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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

Activists to Protest “Racism in the Gayborhood”

A group has issued demands to the Office of LGBT Affairs.

News

Meet Joe Khan, the Man Who Wants to Unseat Seth Williams

We spoke with him to see what to expect.

Patrons See “Covert Racism” in Woody’s Dress Code

Regulars say they don’t recall a ”no sweatpants, no sneakers” rule before.

A.G.’s Office Investigating Spokeswoman for Seth Williams

Sources say Jennifer Jones was involved in an alleged straw purchase of a firearm.

Donald Trump
Opinion

OPINION: Latinos Not Happy That FOP Endorsed Trump

Vourvoulias: This will further erode trust in the police.

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News

Donald Trump Opens a Campaign Office on South Street

With a “Hillary for Prison” T-shirt in the window.


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

Kenney to Power-Walk Philly Free Streets

Will the mayor ditch his suit and tie for a tracksuit and ’80s sweatband?

News

Feds Investigating “Wage Theft” at Starr Restaurant

Ex-employees at Talula’s Garden say line cooks regularly worked without pay.

News

Colangelo Discusses Sixers Past, Future

Bryan Colangelo spoke to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports about the Sixers convincing him to take over as head of basketball operations.

News

450 New Apartments Planned at 4th & Callowhill

The project would be a step toward linking Old City and Northern Liberties.

News

After DNA Exoneration, Anthony Wright Sues City

He claims that police threatened his life to obtain a false confession.

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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

Second Phase of LOVE Park’s Facelift Kicks Off

An international building materials company will donate $700K to the park.

Nominations Announced for 2016 Philly Drag Awards

Iris Spectre leads the pack with a total of eight nods.

News

Here’s the LeSean McCoy Lawsuit Filed by Two Philly Cops

Read the details here.

How a Council Bill Requiring More Parking Could Backfire

Higher parking requirements raise the cost of housing and bring more cars to the city, and may not relieve the parking crunch anyway.

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