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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

Ambushed Philly Cop Released from Hospital

Officer Jesse Hartnett was shot and the suspect allegedly pledged allegiance to ISIS.

News

Will I Go to Hell If I Skip Church During Blizzard?

The Archdiocese offers an explainer.

News

Kenney: Move Cars Off Snow Emergency Routes Or Get Towed

A snow emergency starts at 9 tonight.

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News

There’s Plenty of Bread at Trader Joe’s (You’ll Just Have to Wait in Line For It)

The line wraps around the store a bunch.

News

Dad Sues White Dog Cafe for Sexual Harassment on Behalf of Late Daughter

Restaurant owner Marty Grims says it’s “totally ridiculous.”

News

SEPTA Suspending Almost All Service Saturday

This is no ordinary storm.


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

Convicted Sex Offender Sues Over Megan’s Law

Richard Coppolino was convicted in a “bizarre” and “horrific” sexual assault involving former Belmont Hills restaurateur Mel Glickstein.

News

Philly’s 8 Best #Savesies Tools, Ranked

Weymouth: From recycling buckets to mind games, this is how we’ll be defending “our” parking spots this snowy weekend.

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PHL Airport Cancels All Saturday Flights

With an impending blizzard, the airport isn’t taking any chances.

News

The Blizzard Starts Tonight

Morning Headlines: The latest on the storm to come, Fattah’s deepening woes, and the Eagles continue to rebuild.

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News

Here’s What You Need to Know About the Snowstorm

The latest updates from city and state officials.

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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

How Braking Trains Will Generate Electricity

And save SEPTA millions.

News

In Doug We Trust?

Missanelli: Pederson’s introductory presser didn’t fill me with confidence.

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News

140-Year-Old Leak in Memorial Hall Dome Finally Fixed

The leak sprung not long after it opened in 1876.

News

5 SEPTA Projects Making Progress This Year

A shiny new City Hall concourse! Better real-time smartphone tracking! SEPTA Key — finally?

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