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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

Pregnant Mother, Child Killed in North Philly House Fire

A space heater likely sparked the blaze.

News

Union Protest (With 3 Rats!) Closes Down Spruce Street

Even Johnny Doc was there.

News

11 Things You Might Not Know About: Philly’s Public Squares

Or, what not to share with your kids about Sister Cities Park.

News

How Millennials Are Ruining the Workforce

Hingston: At work, on the playing field, in the world of ideas, young folk aren’t content to take their turn at the bottom of the pile anymore. The results are frightening.

News

Officer Ambushed, Shot Overnight in West Philly

Commissioner Ross: “It’s amazing he was able to survive.”

News

Hawks Crush Sixers 126-98

Sixers head coach Brett Brown said his team played with no fight after they fell to the Atlanta Hawks 126-98.


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

Flyers Hosting “You Can Play” LGBT Night

The team will also honor Nellie Fitzpatrick.

News

Three Philly Area Pups to Compete in Puppy Bowl

They run! They score! They drool!

News

So When’s the PPA App Rolling Out Citywide?

Users seem pleased with the smartphone app, which the PPA says should roll out citywide this spring.

News

There’s No Winter Wonderland for Philly

It’s the least snowy season in the city’s history.

News

Daughter of 75-Year-Old Shooting Victim Calls Robber “Cowardly”

Police are looking for a silver or white Nissan Altima.

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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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News

Chris Christie Is Rarely in New Jersey, and It Could Be Costly to Taxpayers

As much as $1 million.

One of Us: Herb Lusk

My full name is … Reverend Doctor Herbert Hoover Lusk II. But since I met the Pope in September, my friends are jokingly calling me […]

News

Kane Won’t Defend Self in Pa. Senate

She’ll skip hearing of a committee that could recommend her ouster.

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Is Walmart Liable for This Young Mom’s Murder?

Retail giant sued over the ammo used to kill her.

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