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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

Poncho Weather Alerts Come to Philadelphia

Your weather forecast just got personal.

SEPTA Issues Full Statement on Recent Court Proceedings

“SEPTA’s motion had nothing to do with protections afforded or not to the LGBTQ community.”

News

Allure’s Misguided Guide to Afros

Francis: On living in a country that loves black culture more than black people.

Daily News Names First Transgender Woman to “Sexy Singles” List

It is Kayla Vasilakos, a South Philly radio personality.

News

#BlackLivesMatter Protesters Block Prosecutor’s Office

Activists want the Brandon Tate-Brown investigation reopened.

We Will Turn You “Gay Outta Philly”

Find out how we will turn you into a meme.


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.


Why Are You Waiting in Line at Green Eggs?

It isn’t that good.

News

Rendell to Chair McGinty Senate Campaign

Another sign she has backing of Democratic establishment.

News

Report: Lynne Abraham Interested in AG Job

With Kathleen Kane facing charges, the seat may soon be open.

SEPTA On Legal Disagreement

“Our legal disagreement regarding this matter had nothing to do with discrimination against sexual orientation and gender identity.”

Here’s the Scoop on New Jersey’s Nude Gunnison Beach

“Yesterday…was my very first time to a nude beach, nude anything really. I had a blast.”

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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.


Fixed. Fixed. Fixed.

Three civic nuisances highlighted on Citified, three problems solved.

Security Experts Pan Philly’s Pope Plan

But is City Hall getting a bum rap?

News

Is Pennsylvania America’s Dumping Ground?

State is a top importer of trash. Sen. Bob Casey wants to change that.

The Curious Case of Nicky Isen

What was the prominent Philly art dealer really selling?

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