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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

News

Being a Philly Muslim in the Age of Trump

For many, it’s a time of fear — and political determination.

News

SEPTA Strike: How to Navigate the Mess

Whatever alternative you’re trying, we’ve covered the basics for you.

Ballot question on judicial retirement age
News

How a GOP-Sponsored Ballot Question Could Help Philly

Why it might end up being good for Democrats.

News

Sixers vs Magic

The Sixers will take on the 0-3 Orlando Magic tonight at the Wells Fargo Center.

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News

SEPTA Workers in the City Are on Strike

Get ready for a rough commute.

OPINION: I No Longer Support the HRC

It’s time for these LGBTQ advocates to get real about intersectionality.


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

Pa. Democrats Allege “Voter Intimidation” In Lawsuit Against Trump

The suit was filed yesterday.

News

Additional Charges Filed Against Lee Kaplan

The latest in the Bucks County child “gifting” case.

News

Alleged Teen Paintball Shooter at Temple Charged With Assault

The alleged shooter is 16 years old, police said.

Inside M. Night Shyamalan’s Exclusive Halloween Party

The Veuve and Dom flowed freely at Shyamaween.

"Black Americans vote for Trump" on a banner
News

There Are Pro-Trump Planes Flying Around Center City

They’re kind of hard to read.

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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

The Latest on a Possible SEPTA Strike

This is spookier than Halloween, people.

News

What the Philly Grocery Store Boom Is Really About

As Philly sees its grocery-store options expanding, hungry shoppers have to decide: If we are what we eat, who do I want to be?

News

Is This Old Scranton Hotel Haunted?

Pro athletes have refused to spend the night. Stories abound of things going bump in the night abound. But are there really ghosts at the Lackawanna Station Hotel?

News

The Silverliners and the Damage Done

How can SEPTA win back rail riders after a season of extreme discontent?

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