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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.


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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Mac Mart owner Marti Liberman, whose business was targeted by the Boycott Ride in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 8th (photo courtesy Marti Lieberman/Mac Mart)
Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

Guides

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

Latest Stories

Wissahickon Skating Club
News

Montco Teen Dies After Head Injury in Hockey Game

Nick Bond was 18.

News

Jonathan Gay ID’d as Suspect in Rittenhouse Cab Attack

The former Freeman’s auctioneer was already on probation.

News

Controversial Sanctuary Cities Bill Clears Pa. Senate

The city could lose at least $638 million of federal funding.

News

Five Things to Know About Gov. Wolf’s Budget Proposal

The proposal doesn’t include any broad-based tax increases.

News

Luxury Jeweler Paul Morelli Settles Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

We talked to his accuser.

Rep. Barry J. Jozwiak / marijuana plant
News

71-Year-Old Republican Wants to Reduce Pa. Pot Penalties

He says downgrading possession offenses will save millions.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is February 7th.

It’s National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Here are some major ways HIV/AIDS is affecting Philly.

Pat Toomey; Betsy DeVos
News

Pat Toomey Votes to Confirm Betsy DeVos

The confirmation came down to a tie-breaker cast by the V.P.

Carson Wentz in North Wildwood
News

Is Carson Wentz Really Buying a House in North Wildwood?

Rumors are swirling.

Trump protesters
News

Report: Trump Protests Cost Philly Almost $3M

The city has paid the PPD more than $2.8M in overtime.

Sodas for sale in a refrigerated case
News

State Lawmakers File Brief Against Soda Tax

Three are from Philadelphia.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


News

It’s Official: Joe Biden Is a Penn Professor

And he’ll lead a Washington-based think tank.

News

White House Says Shooting of Philly Cop Was “Under-Reported”

Trump included the incident on a list of supposed terrorist attacks.

Frank Wycheck
News

Ex-NFL Tight End From Philly Believes He Has CTE

Frank Wycheck played for 11 seasons.

Fitzpatrick Leaving LGBT Affairs Office Soon, Sources Say

Her replacement is said to be a black queer woman with experience in community work.

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