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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

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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News

Jim Kenney Would Hire a New Boss for L&I

The Democratic mayoral nominee made the announcement after his GOP rival called on L&I Commissioner Carlton Williams to resign.

Members of Congress to Introduce LGBT Non-Discrimination Bill

The bill, which is called The Equality Act of 2015, “would outlaw discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.”

News

Former Rouge Sous Chef Sues for Racial Discrimination

Owner tells us he looks “forward to the day when the actual truth comes out.”

News

DRPA: No Plans to Close Ben Franklin Bridge for Pope

But that could change.

News

The Lawmaker Who Wants a Stripper Registry Tells His Story

He says the media has been unfair: “It’s as if some believe that adult businesses should be given a pass.”

Was Shooting at Danny’s Midnight Confessions a Hate Crime?

The victim claims “no one has tried to call it a hate crime.”


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

Constand Attorney: “The Horse Galloped From the Barn”

Lawyers are wrangling over the release of Bill Cosby’s 2005 deposition.

qFLIX Philadelphia 2015 Awards Announced

Films Mala Mala and Fourth Man Out won big.

Twee West Philly Restaurant Pares Down Its Sidewalk Swiping Fence

Will the city sign off on William Street Common’s shorter, more see-through fence?

News

On Eve of Philly Visit, Pope’s Poll Numbers Decline

But Philly visit is expected to renew his popularity.

News

(UPDATE) Man Wanted for Killing Pregnant Woman Dies in Shootout With Police

Devon Guisherd is dead after shootout with SWAT team in Northeast Philadelphia

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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.


Philadelphia’s Tax Delinquency Epidemic Rages On

Nearly 100,000 properties owe past due taxes, and more than 9,000 are two decades or more in arrears.

News

World Meeting Official Hymn Not a People Pleaser

“Sound the Bell of Holy Freedom” was written in Philly. It isn’t getting rave reviews.

College Professor Fired After Saying “Queers” Should be “Hung”

A lesson on what not to say on Facebook.

News

Union Get Improbable “Biggest Win in Their History”

Down a man, they advanced to the semifinals of the U.S. Open Cup in wild fashion.

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