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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

Feds, State and City Probing Steam Plant Explosion

Federal investigators with OSHA have six months to release their findings. Veolia is conducting its own investigation as well.

The Best LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: a Pulse benefit and plenty of community-building events.

News

The Soda Tax Battle’s Biggest Winners and Losers

Council passed the soda tax today.

News

Pa. Senators Join Filibuster Seeking Better Gun Control

Both joined a 15-hour marathon calling for stricter gun laws.

Man Found Dead in West Philly

Police found a wrench near the man’s body.

News

Philly Rep. Removed Confederate Flag From Harrisburg Display

It was like a game of hot potato, but with the Confederate flag.


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

76ers Musings: Ben Simmons Not Working Out Isn’t a Big Deal

Ben Simmons hasn’t set up a workout with the Philadelphia 76ers, and he may not. And that’s not a big deal.

News

Carson Wentz Got Locked in a Bathroom

Twitter loved it.

News

Beverage Lobby Spends $700K on Last-Minute Ad Blitz Against Soda Tax

Even though Council is all but guaranteed to pass the soda tax tomorrow.

Presidential candidate Donald Trump with former Apprentice contestant Erin Elmore.
News

Trump Cheerleader Erin Elmore Lands RNC Job

What’s next? The White House, she hopes.

Midtown II Diner. Google Street View

Own a Piece of Midtown Diner History

The kitchen equipment and supplies are being auctioned off.

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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.


State Senator Proposes Three Nondiscrimination Bills

Plus: ICandy is hosting a fundraiser for Orlando victims tonight.

News

Kudos to Council for Standing Up to the Powerful Soda Lobby

Op-Ed: The soda industry spent more than $4 million to defeat the soda tax — and yet lawmakers preliminarily OKed it.

News

Explosion Rocks Grays Ferry, Center City

First-responders are on the scene.

An aerial view of the beach and casinos in Atlantic City.
News

A.C. Could Become a Marijuana Tourism Destination

A new bill is underway.

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