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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

Best Thing This Week: The Death of Wing Bowl?

Hingston: Oh please, please, yes, let it die.

News

She Raised More Than $60,000 to Buy Pat Toomey’s Vote on Betsy DeVos

It was the #1 campaign on GoFundMe.

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News

Mike Pence Will Be in Philly on Saturday

He’ll be speaking at Congress Hall.

News

Food and Open Space as Community Bridge-Builders

Common themes among this year’s Knight Cities Challenge finalists.

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News

3 Protests Scheduled for Center City This Afternoon

The first one starts at 3 p.m.

News

Mayor Kenney Went to Hooters to Watch the Eagles

It was the only place showing the game, says a spokesman.


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.


11 Things You Might Not Know About Thaddeus Kosciuszko

The lowdown on the Revolutionary War hero on his 271st birthday.

News

Wawa Now Offers Mobile App Ordering

But there are a couple of small catches.

News

Philly Announces New Millennial Advisory Committee

Here’s how it might shake up the city’s political landscape.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Mauckingbird’s Sing Out Loud.

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News

Anti-Trump Protest Planned for Center City Tonight

It’ll start at 6 at 4th and Market.

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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.


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N.J. Pols Can’t Stop Sharing Offensive Jokes on Facebook

It’s a trend!

News

San Francisco Sues Trump Over Sanctuary City Funding Ban

It’s the first such lawsuit.

News

Report: City Council Members Are Skipping Ethics Training

The yearly training sessions have been required since 2006.

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News

Are People Smoking More Weed Under President Trump?

Yes? Maybe.

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