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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

A.C. Trying to Avert Government Shutdown

The Scoop: Plan would let city slow pay to employees while long-term solution sought.

News

No Roots on July 4th? Say It Ain’t So, Questo

Looks like the Kenney administration is making changes to the Wawa Welcome America! Festival.

A Transgender Call to Arms

What we all should do for Transgender Day of Visibility.

News

14-Year-Old Was Shot in West Philly Last Night

Police say the shooting may have left him paralyzed.

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News

IronPigs to Wear Phillies-Style Powder Blue Jerseys This Year

They will sport them on Sundays.

News

11 Things You Might Not Know About Pencils

Because today is the modern pencil’s birthday, sort of. Happy birthday, number 2s everywhere!


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

FBI: This Eagles Fan Robbed 3 Center City Banks

He’s hit all three in less than a year.

News

Chaput to Officiate at Mother Angelica Funeral

The nun was a creator and star of Catholic television.

Insider: Kenney Didn’t Break His Promise to End Stop-and-Frisk

Rashed: Saying the mayor didn’t live up to his pledge is “gotcha” politics and needlessly divides us.

News

Mom in SEPTA Kids Video: “He Came at Us, We Didn’t Come at Him”

Here’s the story you haven’t heard.

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Wait, How Many Public School Students Are Truant?

The D.A.’s Office and the School District aren’t playing well together.

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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

Camera Discovered in Women’s Bathroom of Del. Restaurant

It was discovered by an employee.

News

Philly Woman Sues Uber Over Alleged Rape

The UberX driver has not been charged with a crime.

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The Center City Turf Club Has Closed

The OTB site had been in operation since 1990.

Two Accused in Maya Young Murder Set for June Hearing

Plus more local LGBTQ news.

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