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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

Mx Justin Vivian Bond on RentBoy.com Raid

Bond claims it shows “hypocrisy of mainstream patriarchal culture.”

News

READ: Newly Released Docs Detail Kathleen Kane’s Porngate Claims

She says charges are a diversion from scandal.

Queer at FringeArts Fest: Growing Into My Beard

“A dreamy blend of storytelling and performance art, with just a dash of drag.”

News

Worker at Camp Hope for Kids Charged with Raping a Child

He says he assaulted the 6-year-old girl 20 times.

Teachers Should Be Opting-Out of Their Own Uninspired Tests

Saltz: State-mandated standardized tests aren’t the only classroom assessments that suck.

News

Next Year’s Starting City Hall Budget: $0

Likely next mayor Jim Kenney plans to make departments justify every last dollar.


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.


Giorgio on Pine Chef Throwing Mazzoni Center Fundraiser

100% of the net proceeds from the event goes towards the Mazzoni Center’s Food Bank.

News

David Oh Fights for His Political Life

The GOP Councilman has admitted to a significant campaign finance violation. Will it cost him his job?

News

Chesco Attacker Had Jumped Fence at White House

Curtis Smith, who died in Tuesday’s attack, first drew the attention of authorities in March.

News

Catholic Org: Pope Visit Organized by Pro-Choice Pols

Is that a problem? In Philly, is it even avoidable?

News

Passenger Says SEPTA Driver Mocked His Disability

Federal lawsuit claims the driver said: “Get up and give me some money. You can walk.”

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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

If These Two Women Invite You Into Their Car, We Suggest Saying No

They are wanted by police for an armed robbery in NoLibs.

Gay Sparks Will Fly on The View

The LGBT community gets one super ally and one not so supportive co-host.

News

Lingerie Model Sues Delilah’s Den

Carlee Costello says the strip club withheld employee tips and failed to pay them what was owed.

Report: Feds Raid RentBoy.Com

RentBoy.com employees were charged with “conspiring to violate the Travel Act promoting prostitution.”

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