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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

Latest Stories

Philly LGBT Officers Give to LGBT Homeless

Members of G.O.A.L. delivered donations to Divine Light.

News

Holiday Heat Wave?

Morning headlines: It’s the first week of winter — and it feels like spring.

News

Allen Iverson Among HOF Class of 2016 Candidates

The Basketball Hall of Fame announced eligible candidates for the class of 2016, which is headlined by 76ers legend Allen Iverson.

News

Falls Bridge to Close For Emergency Repairs in February

The one-month fix will stabilize the structure until a full rehab can be implemented in six years.

News

State: Four Philly Schools Have “Curriculum Deficiencies”

Parents complained. The district didn’t respond. Now state officials are stepping in.

News

WATCH: Ghost Hunters in Eastern State

“There is definitely a voice.”


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

Mother of Philly YouTube Prankster Is Missing

She has been missing for a week. The only leads have been pranks.

News

Philly’s Imhotep Charter Is First Pub School to Win State Title

They routed Cathedral Prep, 40-3, on Friday night.

News

WATCH: SEPTA Driver Throws Water at Passenger

Video has gone viral.

News

1 Dead, 2 Injured in Shooting After Watching Eagles Game

Police have 51-year-old shooter in custody.

News

The 76ers Lost Defensive Identity

In trying to integrate Jahlil Okafor, the Sixers have lost their defensive identity that kept them in games last year. Can they regain that identity?

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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

Eagles Cost Snoop in Fantasy — Now He Hates Chip Kelly

“Chip Kelly, kill yourself.”

News

Justice Eakin Faces “Porngate” Hearing

Panel to decide if he should be suspended during ethics investigation.

PHOTOS: IBA Holiday Soiree 2015

The Independence Business Alliance celebrated a successful year during a party last week.

News

Amtrak Safety Measures Finally in Place

Morning headlines: “Positive train control” might’ve prevented May’s deadly derailment.

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