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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

Huge Tractor Trailer Overturns, Spills Load on Turnpike

It was carrying glue and tea.

Op-Ed in The Advocate Addresses Racial Inequality in Philly

We asked the VP of Philly Black Pride to weigh in.

News

Morey’s Pier in Wildwood Hit By Thieves and Vandals

Smile for the camera, dummies.

News

Operator Pleads Guilty in Salvation Army Collapse

Prosecutors will recommend sentence of 10 to 20 years in prison.

New Book on Barbara Gittings Released

Barbara Gittings: Gay Pioneer is the first full biography of the well-known lesbian activist.

VIDEO: Miss Piggy Sings Rihanna’s “B*tch Better Have My Money”

Yes, there’s even some pig-on-frog violence towards poor Kermit


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 It Takes So Long for City Streets to Get Fixed

Nine agencies are responsible, and that’s not counting the utilities.

News

Governor’s Paycheck Goes to Charity

Tom Wolf doesn’t take pay from the state. Here’s where the money goes instead.

News

Hackers Threaten to Expose Online Affairs

Thousands of Philadelphians reportedly signed up at AshleyMadison.com.

Adam Joseph to Speak at US Navy’s Observance of Pride Month

He’ll share his thoughts on Equal Employment Opportunity.

News

Penn State Senior Killed in Fall from Balcony

Lauren Bajorek had been studying abroad in Seville, Spain.

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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

Stu Bykofsky’s Philly.com Blog Suspended for the Summer

Daily News columnist said internal rule-breaking — not feud with Al Dia — is the reason.

Here’s How Much $100 Is Worth in Philly

Spoiler: You don’t get much bang for your buck in this city.

Philly Teachers Union Fined Over Campaign Finance Violation

The labor group got slapped for making an excess donation to Helen Gym.

News

Running Website Makes $100,000 Challenge to Controversial Marathoner Mike Rossi

They’re convinced he cheated.

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