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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

Why the Investigation of Johnny Doc Could Hurt Kenney

The mayor’s relationship with Dougherty may have residents assuming the worst.

News

Berks County Parents, Children Found Dead in Possible Murder-Suicide

Police said an investigation revealed past domestic issues.

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News

SEPTA Trolley Tunnel to Close for Maintenance on Nights, Weekends

Starting Friday, the tunnel will shut down on nights and weekends throughout August.

LGBTQ&A: Rue Landau

We chatted with the head of the city’s Human Relations department.

News

These Tweets Show Why Sean Hannity Is Wrong About Election Fraud in Philly

So, so wrong.

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News

Greensgrow Founder Mary Seton Corboy Dies

She was 58.


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

WATCH: The Phillies Turned a Triple Play Yesterday

They held on for a 6-5 win.

Evan McMullin (left); Donald Trump
News

Another Wharton Grad Is Getting into the Presidential Race

Meet Evan McMullin.

News

What the Johnny Doc Raids Mean for Philly Politics

The landscape for local Democrats could be dramatically reshaped by the investigation.

News

Now Johnny Doc’s Union Is Being Investigated by the A.G., Too

After Friday’s FBI raids, news broke that a state investigation is also underway.

News

The Beginning of the End of the Kathleen Kane Saga: Her Trial Starts Today

Here’s everything you need to know.

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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

Sixers in Rio: Croatia vs Spain

Croatia and Spain will play at 6 PM today, pitting new Sixers teammates Dario Saric and Sergio Rodriguez against each other.

News

The Best This Week: Zion Harvey’s First Pitch

If you ever get to feeling sorry for yourself, think of him.

News

We Want Answers: Jane Slusser

Jim Kenney’s chief of staff on the soda-tax win, and yelling with the Mayor.

Carli Lloyd’s Rise to Rio

Carli Lloyd is the most dominant women’s soccer player in the world — and it was South Jersey that made her so.

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