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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

LISTEN: Philly Mag and 900AM-WURD’s MLK Day Podcast

The focus is on social justice.

Can Clinton and Trump Supporters Agree on Anything?

Philadelphians on both sides of the election sit down and talk about the chasm that’s grown between them.

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The No-B.S. Guide to Trump’s Impact on Philadelphia

America’s president-elect floated so many policy proposals that would impact cities like ours. Here are seven to watch closely.

Trump: The View From York County

The president-elect had great support in rural parts of the state and country. We asked a York County Republican to talk about why.

One of Us: Erin Elmore

The Apprentice contestant turned Rittenhouse mom and Donald Trump mouthpiece unplugged

News

Best Thing: I. Goldberg Found a New Home

HIngston: Just in case you’re on the prowl for $10 Air Force sunglasses …


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.


Sixers 102, Hornets 93

The Sixers never trailed in their 102-93 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, giving Brett Brown his first three-game winning streak since January 2014.

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News

Sit-In and Smoke-In Planned for Rittenhouse Square

The wall-sitting ban has opponents.

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News

Casey, Toomey Vote Against Importing Canadian Drugs

Big Pharma has donated hundreds of thousands to their campaigns.

News

Here’s the Uber Driver Charged With Attacking His Passenger

Meet Major Fuller.

LGBTQ&A: Terrell Green

We chat with the out local performer about art, divorce, and his one-man show.

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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

Report: Philly Crime at Lowest Point in Decades

The drop correlates with a nationwide decline.

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News

“Girl” in Math Question Uproar Is Maya Angelou

It’s definitely weird, but not as random as it seems.

News

Sixers vs Hornets Preview

The Sixers (4-1 in their last 5 games) will look to continue their winning ways when they take on Kemba Walker and the Charlotte Hornets tonight at the Wells Fargo Center.

News

Obama Asked to Pardon Chaka Fattah

A former lawyer for Bill Clinton helped write the letter.

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