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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

Maybe Sam Bradford Likes Philly After All

Missanelli: What I learned about the Eagles QB in our radio interview.

News

Sixers Fall to Heat 112-102

The Sixers fell to the Miami Heat 112-102, their 11th straight loss. Ish Smith led the Sixers with 26 points in the loss.

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Police Have IDed a “Person of Interest” in Lee’s Cafe Throat-Slashing

Officials say he goes by the name “Noelle.”

Lou Lanni on Running as an LGBTQ Candidate

The former police officer says his experience sets him apart in the 182nd District race.

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2 Men Admit Peddling Bootleg Jerseys on Wildwood Boardwalk

They face up to 10 years in prison.

News

Three High School Football Players Charged in “No Gay Thursday” Hazing

A freshman athlete was allegedly assaulted by upperclassmen.


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

So Far, Philly’s Murder Rate Is Down in 2016

The combined January-February number was the second lowest of the last 10 years.

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News

Ex-Philly Teacher Cleared of Most Charges in Cheating Trial

Her lawyer said it was a “victory for justice.”

News

Worker Dead at South Philly Restaurant

Victim was found in the basement of Lee’s Cafe and Bistro, her throat slashed.

News

Sixers vs Miami Preview

The Sixers will take on the Miami Heat tonight at the Wells Fargo Center, where they’ll look to put an end to a ten game losing streak.

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Christie Won’t Resign

The Scoop: Jersey governor blasts newspapers that called on him to quit.

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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

Tony Luke Says Lawsuits “Destroyed” His Cheesesteaks Family

The family behind Tony Luke’s Cheesesteaks is in the middle of a nightmarish battle.

News

Chris Christie on Trump: “No, I Wasn’t Being Held Hostage”

He said he didn’t care about Internet mockery.

News

The Chamber of Commerce Isn’t Attacking Kenney’s Soda Tax

That’s a big deal.

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WATCH: Tina Fey Announces Temple Scholarship on Fallon

It honors her father, Donald Fey, who died in October.

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