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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

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News

Penn’s Beloved Palestra Turns 90 Years Old

The basketball gym building opened on January 1, 1927.

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News

Comcast Threatens to Sue Over Wage Bill

If enacted, the measure would combat wage discrimination.

Family Marks Sad Milestone by Fighting Domestic Violence

Ellen Gregory was murdered by her husband, Rafael Robb, in 2006.

Untermeyer Donates $250K to His D.A. Campaign

Donation limits for all candidates are now automatically doubled.

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News

PATCO Cancels Multiple Rush-Hour Trains Out of Philly

Get ready for a crowded commute.

Bob Casey; Donald Trump
News

Casey: Trump Must Remove All Conflicts of Interest

He’s co-sponsoring a new bill.


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.


Christopher Collins Remembered

The late LGBTQ advocate’s funeral service is on Tuesday.

News

Sixers Sign Chasson Randle

The Sixers will sign Chasson Randle to a 10-day contract, according to a league source.

News

Penn State’s Sandusky Bills Reach a Quarter-Billion Dollars

$237 million — at least.

News

Sixers 105, Nets 95

The Philadelphia 76ers, behind 20 points from Joel Embiid, walked away with a victory for the 3rd time in their last 4 games, matching last year’s win total.

Philly Babies: A Love Story in Photographs

On a single day in November, our photographers fanned out and captured the arrival of 16 of them.

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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.


This Is What Happens at the Jersey Shore When No One’s Looking

A peek behind the curtain of Jersey Shore politics.

News

Best Thing: Free Pre-K Got Off the Ground

Hingston: Of course, the soda tax did, too …

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Celtics 110, Sixers 106

The Philadelphia 76ers blew an 11 point halftime lead Friday night in Boston, eventually falling to the Celtics in the final minute of play.

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Man Says Uber Driver Beat Him Unconscious

He was left in a “pool of blood,” claims lawsuit.

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