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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

N. Wildwood Cops Looking for Driver in Hit-and-Run That Killed Dog

Do you recognize a car like this?

News

Why Frat Whistleblower Wants Case to Stay in Philadelphia

“Penn State exerts an influence in Centre County,” says his attorney.

News

Bill Would Punish Harassment of Abortion Clinic Patients

Sen. Larry Farnese is backing it.

News

Kevin Dougherty and the Email Scandal — Will There Be Political Fallout?

Johnny Doc’s brother received offensive emails.

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News

Bankruptcy A Possibility for Atlantic City After Christie Veto

Mayor says governor is telling A.C. to “drop dead.”

News

Chester Co. Man Charged With Killing Grandmom

Cops: Kevin Havelow was angry she wouldn’t let him smoke pot inside.


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

Jenner Memoir Will Include Olympics, Kardashians

Bissinger says there’s lots more beyond what ran in Vanity Fair.

News

You Can Own the Pope’s Philly Fiat

It will be sold at Philadelphia Auto Show Black Tie Tailgate later this month.

News

Philadelphia Recognizes Columbus Day, But Not Any Muslim Holidays

That may soon change.

Suspects in Center City bike theft
News

Cops: Teen Chased Bike Thieves on Second Bike, Got Beaten Up

The PPD has released video of the suspects.

News

PICTURES: Center City Blaze Left Behind an Icy Mess

21 residents of the building on Locust were displaced, but none were injured.

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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

WIP’s Innes Under Fire

The Scoop: Innes apologizes for on-air racial slur, but is it enough?

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76ers Mailbag

If the 76ers rebuild works, will Sam Hinkie or Jerry Colangelo get credit for the turnaround?

News

Center City Blaze Under Control

Fire Commissioner on aftermath: “It will be a long night.”

News

Montco Man Charged With Friend’s Death After Car Crash

He was allegedly driving drunk.

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