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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

Sign on Caitlyn Jenner Turns Into Teachable Moment

“They admitted that they messed up and they wanted to learn more…They asked what they can do to help, which is huge.”

News

Flyers Win, Lose and Tie — All on One Night

NHL preseason has begun.

3 Problems With Philly Mag’s Take on Charters

Op-Ed: One eyebrow raising transaction shouldn’t taint perceptions of all charters.

Here’s Why a Philly Restaurant Shouldn’t Joke About Caitlyn Jenner

“If Bruce Jenner goes missing will his picture be on a carton of Half and Half ?!”

Philly Is The 4th Most Segregated Big City in the Country

Only Chicago, Atlanta and Milwaukee are less integrated.

News

Pope Week: Tuesday

Gay teacher invited to White House; Secret Service prepares; the cost to City Hall.


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

LISTEN: KYW 1060’s First Broadcast, 50 Years Ago Today

The first report was on Vatican II.

News

No Charges for Hatboro Councilman Who Shot Suspected TD Bank Robber

The shooting was ruled justified.

News

Court Suspends Kane’s Law License

Kane responds. Then responds again. And again.

News

You Can Buy A Lot of Ridiculous Merch for Pope Francis’ Visit

Toast, tumblers and more!

News

Attack Outside Manayunk Bar Leaves Man in ICU

Police say these people are “potential witnesses.”

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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

NYT Profiles Philly-bred White House Social Planner

Deesha Dyer must prepare for pope, Chinese president this week.

News

Gross Claim of the Week: Mouse Head in Can of ShopRite Chick Peas

Two Philly roommates say that’s what they found.

Defiant Archives Transferring to City Hall

The William Way Center’s exhibit on trans histories has a huge new venue.

Behold, the Ultimate Pope Map

Slick. Interactive. Dead useful.

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