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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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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

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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12 Things You Might Not Know About Philly and LSD

Hingston: Talk about your long, strange trips …

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Man Arrested After State Police Shooting Files Suit

Jeffrey Hudak says he was wrongfully arrested, denied attorney.

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WATCH: Burglars Swipe $400K in Jewelry From Jewelers Row

It happened on February 13th.

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Jerri Williams’ New Podcast Gets Retired FBI Agents to Dish

Former SEPTA PR chief gets fellow retired FBI special agents talking about juicy investigations.

News

N.J. Residents Don’t Like Chris Christie Much Anymore

His poll numbers have plummeted.

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New Site Lets You See if Your Boss Got Arrested Last Weekend

But the creator insists his motivations were more noble than that.


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

Philly FOP Head Wants LeSean McCoy Charged

McNesby: “Absolute disrespect to Philadelphia police officers” if he’s not.

News

Secret Cosby Lawsuit Comes to Light

Morning Scoop: The comedian has sued Andrea Constand and the National Enquirer for breach of contract.

News

Sixers Acquire 2nd Round Pick

The 76ers acquired the rights to Denver’s 2017 second round draft pick.

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When Trump Tried to Open a Philly Casino

With Boyz II Men and Pat Croce. He didn’t get a license.

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Maria Quiñones-Sánchez Wants to Make Philly the “BCorp Capital of the World”

Can her efforts help the city keep millennial workers?

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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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PHOTOS: Center City Bus Crash Sent SUV Through Bank Window

The collision happened today around noon. No major injuries have been reported.

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Pa. “Sanctuary Cities” Could Face Crackdown

Rep. Martina White pushes back against Philly immigration policies.

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Man Died in Morning Crash on MLK Drive

A woman and a 4-year-old girl were taken to the hospital.

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NBA Trade Deadline

The deadline to make trades is just hours away. Who is likely to be involved if the Sixers do make a move?

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