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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

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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UPDATE: Details on the Silverliner V Defect

Defective wheel assemblies led to the cars being removed from service.

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Sixers Release Summer League Roster

The Sixers released their summer league roster, headlined by #1 overall pick Ben Simmons.

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PHOTOS: It’s Always Sunny’s Market Street Shoot

The Gang was filming today in Center City. HughE Dillon was there.

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Candidate Sues Media for Excluding Him From Mayoral Debates

A Germantown newspaper publisher says the media conspired with the political establishment to keep him off the stage in last year’s mayoral race.

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Parents Sue Milton Hershey School Over Daughter’s Suicide

The suit calls the school’s actions a “virtual death sentence.”

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Thousands of Artifacts Found in Old Philly Toilets

Privy pits at the site of the future Museum of the American Revolution turned out to be a jackpot for archaeologists.


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.


LGBTQ&A: Kelly Burkhardt

The photographer/filmmaker talks about her upcoming documentary on Gloria Casarez.

News

Five Big Ways Philly’s Not Ready to Show Off for DNC

Spikol: We’re still failing at some pretty basic, embarrassing stuff.

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1,000 Trump Taj Mahal Workers Go on Strike

Workers walked off the job this morning.

News

State House and Senate Send Spending Bill to Wolf

And with hours to spare before the midnight deadline. Wolf says he’ll sign the bill when the legislature agrees to a revenue package.

TOP PICKS: The Best LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: First Friday and July 4th weekend!

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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.


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Photos: It’s Always Sunny in Old City

Don’t miss your chance to see the show filmed today and tomorrow.

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Phillies Minor Leaguer Loses Eye in Freak Stretching Accident

Matt Imhof was a second-round pick in 2014.

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Reports: Chris Christie Being Vetted for Trump VP Slot

Trump has previously said Christie would play a significant role in his White House.

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DNC “Donkeys Around Town” are Installed

Collect them all!

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