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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

Phillies Bring Back Kentucky Bluegrass to Infield

It’s the type of turf team had during the 2008 World Series run.

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News

Atlantic City: Nothing Will Be Different During 3-Week Shutdown

Chris Christie still wants the state to step in.

News

Beware This Crazy Speeding Ticket Scam

Philly-area residents have been targeted, and the level of information the perpetrator has is downright scary.

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News

3 Things to Know About Philly’s Schools Budget

More school closures are on the way.

News

Villanova One Win From Final Four After Another Easy Victory

Miami was no match for the Wildcats.

Herr’s May Yank All of Its Products from Vermont

Here’s why.


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

SEPTA Key Delayed. Again.

The Scoop: But it could launch in June. Maybe.

News

Porngate Emails Will Cost Ex-Judge $50K

The Court of Judicial Discipline ripped Michael Eakin for damaging the Supreme Court’s reputation — and fined him $50K.

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News

You Can Go to Almost Every Phillies Home Game in April for $50 Total

It’s 12 games in all.

News

She Stole $73k from Court, Says She’s Still Entitled to $6,500 Monthly Pension

Only in Philly.

News

There Were Nine Shootings in Philly Yesterday

Here’s what we know about them — and why these sudden upticks are particularly worrisome to trauma experts.

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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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News

WATCH: Time Lapse Video of Wells Fargo Center NCAA Court

It takes a lot of prep to host the NCAA tournament.

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News

Trump, Clinton Lead in New Pennsylvania Poll

But Trump’s lead over John Kasich is just three points.

News

Philly Metro Area Slips to 7th-Largest in the U.S.

The D.C. area now surpasses us in population.

5 Unique LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Drag performances dominate … and, oh yeah, chicken and waffles!

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