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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

The Philadelphia Department of Health put this cease operations sign on the door of Famous 4th Street Deli after a restaurant inspection on Thursday revealed some major problems
News

Philly Today: Wednesday Was a No Good, Very Bad Day at Philadelphia’s Most Iconic Deli

We’ve reviewed the health inspector’s reports. They’re not pretty.

Steve Brasovankin at his new South Street store Pop Culture Vulture, which rents DVDs.
News

Break Your Streaming Addiction and Learn to Love DVDs Again

The owner of this new South Street shop says you’ve been doing it all wrong.

Meet Patty, a western lowland gorilla that's one of the new animals at the Philadelphia Zoo
News

Philly Today: The Philadelphia Zoo Gets Some Adorable New Animals

Meet Patty, a western lowland gorilla. Plus: Bradley Cooper reckons himself a singer. Again.

Opinion

72 Years Ago, Philadelphia Made a Huge Mistake

And we’ve been paying for it ever since.

this could be you if you book one of the new cheap nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Copenhagen
News

Philly Today: Finally, We Get Cheap, Non-Stop Flights to Copenhagen

Plus, the New York Post calls Philadelphia “a model of urban order.”

News

After Collapse, I-95 Fully Reopens This Week

All four southbound lanes reopened this morning, and the northbound will reopen Friday morning.


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.


President Joe Biden's strong support for Benjamin Netanyahu's policies in the war in Gaza have led many Philadelphians to cast "uncommitted" write-in votes
News

More Than 13,000 Protest Votes Cast Against Biden in Philadelphia Primary

Voters chose things like “uncommitted,” “anyone else,” and “ceasefire.”

News

Philly Today: Wilma Theater Is Winning a Tony!

And just like that, Philly circa 2024 is an EGOT town.

News

Philly Today: What If Another Texas City Surpasses Philly’s Population?

10 thoughts on being (eventually) overtaken by San Antonio. Plus, a fire in New Jersey smokes out the Walt Whitman, a viral dance-off and the mayor’s ruling on remote working.

News

50 Years of Best of Philly: City Life

In honor of the upcoming 50th anniversary of Best of Philly this August, we’re taking a monthly look back. This month: City Life!

Protesters of the war in Gaza at an encampment at Philadelphia's Drexel University, which is now on lockdown
News

Philly Today: Drexel University On Lockdown Amid Protests and Encampment

“This encampment must end,” insists Drexel’s prez. Plus: Penn students not allowed at commencement.

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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.


Opinion

I Don’t Know Who Anybody Is Anymore. And I Don’t Care

In Sandy Hingston’s final (?) column, she bids farewell as only she can.

Guides

The Philadelphian’s Guide to Adopting, Pampering and Traveling With Your Pet

Whether you’re looking to adopt a four-legged friend or simply searching for a new way to pamper your pet, we’ve got you (and your bestie) covered.

Guides

Where and How to Adopt Your Pet in Philly

Where to look, and what to consider before you bring home a critter

News

This Philly Animal Shelter’s Elaborate Photo Shoots Lead to Snapshot-Worthy Adoptions

Themed sessions at ACCT Philly are capturing the hearts of potential pet parents.

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