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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

Controller: Nutter Aide Used Nonprofit Like a “Slush Fund”

“The controller is a liar, a snake and a hypocrite,” said Nutter.

News

Philly’s Deviant Political Culture, Explained

Kerkstra: How Philadelphia’s political class can keep the FBI busy all day, and still sleep soundly at night.

News

What Simone Manuel’s Gold Medal Comments Say About Race in America

Johnson: There’s no compartmentalizing your experience when you’re so intimately familiar with injustice.

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Clinton Bashes “Trump Loophole,” Vows to Take on Gun Lobby

She spoke at a rally at West Philadelphia High School on Tuesday.

News

Philly NOW: Williams Should Prosecute DNC Sexual Assault Case

“We call on the D.A.’s office to reverse this decision immediately.”

News

Pa. A.G. Kathleen Kane to Resign Following Conviction

Kane’s resignation is effective at the end of the business day tomorrow.


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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Pa. Supreme Court: SRC Can’t Cancel Teacher Contracts

The court found that the commission violated state law in 2014.

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What They’re Saying About Kathleen Kane’s Conviction

Calls to resign came from around the state.

News

Did D.A. Not Charge Alleged Sexual Assaulter Because He Was Drunk?

Vourvoulias: D.A.’s Office is now saying it will do some “additional investigation.”

News

Chase Utley Returns to Philadelphia Tonight

He’s back (with the Dodgers).

News

Feds Charge Former L&I Employee With Attempted Extortion

Authorities say John Wright tried to extort money from a building contractor in 2015.

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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

Governor Wolf Calls on A.G. Kathleen Kane To Resign After Conviction

“Today is a sad day for the commonwealth and the people of Pennsylvania.”

News

Papelbon Annoyed His Teammates With Pro-Trump Music

The Phillies made a great trade last year.

News

Prominent Philly Musician Pleads No Contest in Child Sex Crimes Case

Rittenhouse Square resident Charles Cohen was arrested last September.

OPINION: It’s Time to Address Gayborhood Racism

A coordinated intervention by the city’s highest LGBT office is long overdue.

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