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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

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

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News

Ramsey Takes Another Gig, at U of Cincinnati

He’ll help examine campus police practices in wake of controversial shooting.

News

Weiner: Let Pennsylvania Vote First for President

Philly novelist makes case for pushing ahead of New Hampshire.

News

WATCH: Boys Rescued After Falling Through Ice

It happened Sunday in Bucks County.

News

Knott to Be Sentenced in Gay Bashing

The Scoop: Plus, Temple University stadium talks resume today.

News

T.J. McConnell’s Strong Play Leads Sixers

T.J. McConnell has provided the Sixers with a steady presence not typically found in rookie point guards.

The History of the Philly Boo

The genesis — and consequences — of Philly’s sports anthem.


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

Jim Kenney’s Team: Mostly White, Majority Women

The new mayor’s top appointees are 66 percent white and 55 percent female.

News

Best Thing: Ed Coryell Sr. Got a Big Surprise

Oh, rats.

News

Ted Cruz Shares Story of His Half-Sister’s Overdose in Darby

Cruz spoke about the journey he took to the crack house where she lived — and her ultimate overdose — at a campaign event.

News

Report: Sixers Looking Into Blake Griffin?

Could the Sixers acquire superstar forward Blake Griffin from the Los Angeles Clippers? A report says they’ve looked into it.

News

Atlantic City Could Run Out of Money By the End of Month

After Borgata says it won’t make a crucial tax payment.

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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

15 Best Tweets From Kenney’s Twitter Chat

The mayor talked about Tupac, pot policy and Chris Christie.

News

Court Denies Reinstatement of Kathleen Kane’s Law License

It ruled on her appeal today.

Missanelli: Eagles Have No Choice But to Bring Bradford Back

What else are they going to do? Suffer through a season with Mark Sanchez as their quarterback?

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Chaka “Chip” Fattah Jr. Appealing His Conviction

He was sentenced and taken into custody on Tuesday.

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