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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

You Should Be Excited About the Flyers This Season

They might be good!

News

SEPTA Union May Strike on Election Day

Local 234 will vote Sunday on whether to authorize a strike that could last through November 8th.

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News

See the LOVE Sculpture Before It Goes Away for Restoration

It’s there until around Thanksgiving.

News

Chaput Criticizes Clinton Campaign’s “Anti-Catholic” Emails

The archbishop targeted the campaign in his weekly column.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

The Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus Fall Ball 2016.

News

PPA Chooses Clarena Tolson as Interim Director

Tolson will replace the embattled Vince Fenerty.


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.


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News

Why Is It Delaware “Avenue” but Columbus “Boulevard”?

Turns out it was an exercise in branding.

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News

Geno’s Steaks Has Removed Its English-Only Sign

Has Geno Vento gone against his father’s dying wish?

ThinkFest Preview: Otis Bullock Jr. on Solving Generational Poverty

“We’ve finally reached a point where we’re willing to talk about this.”

News

Report: Young Philadelphians More Likely to Live at Home

Our rate is nearly 50 percent higher than the national average.

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News

Flyers’ Legion of Doom Line to Reunite for Alumni Game

It’s in January of next year.

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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.


The 30th-Annual AIDS Walk Philly Is This Sunday

More than 10,000 people are expected to attend the fundraising event.

News

FCC Fines Comcast Over “Unnecessary” Charges

The $2.3 million levy is the largest-ever of its kind.

News

Temple Gives Acting President Official Role

Richard Englert had served as interim president since July.

News

76ers Musings

With injuries to Nik Stauskas and Brandon Paul, the battle for the Sixers final roster spot has been off to a slow start.

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