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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

76ers Likes and Dislikes

Robert Covington’s struggles have opened the door for a change in the starting lineup. Should the Sixers send Covington to the bench?

News

Police Search For Two Men Who Allegedly Climbed Through City Hall Window

A maintenance worker said he spotted the men around noon yesterday.

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News

A Philly Strip Mall Is Now Running a Trolley In Its Parking Lot

We ask: Why?

News

Can Philly Fix the Block It Razed, Then Shabbily Rebuilt, After MOVE Bombing?

The Redevelopment Authority wants to atone.

News

Report: N.J. Sees Drop in Homeless Population

It’s decreased by 50 percent since 2007.

News

Sixers Beat Suns 120-105

The Sixers dominated the Suns in a 120-105 victory Saturday night at the Wells Fargo Center, led by 26 points from rookie center Joel Embiid.


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.


News

The Invisible Man

Luis Cortés has spent the past 30 years breakfasting with American presidents, helping Latinos, and building a new Notre Dame. So why haven’t you heard of him?

News

To Resist Trump, Fix Philly’s Elite, Boring, Anti-Competitive Democratic Party

Otterbein: The 2016 election should be a wake-up call for the local Democratic machine, too.

News

Best Thing: A Hot-Air Balloon Landed in Kensington

Hingston: Coincidence? Or something more?

News

Restaurant Owner Says Union Protest Has Been Good for Business

Plenty Cafe’s Anthony Mascieri explains.

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News

Health Department: Air Quality Worsened During SEPTA Strike

More people drove, so air quality dropped.

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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

Eight U.S. Political Parties That Withered Away

It could happen to your favorite party, too.

Constitution Center press conference from December 2015
News

Pa. Paid Lawyer a Grand to Stand on Constitution Center Stage

He was at a press conference held by then-Attorney General Kathleen Kane.

News

Contract That Ended SEPTA Strike in Question

Union president Willie Brown says he’s worried members may reject the deal.

News

Wolves Dismantle Sixers 110-86

The Minnesota Timberwolves cruised to a 110-86 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers behind 35 points from Andrew Wiggins.

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