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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

Copabanana on South Street in Philadelphia
News

Philly Today: Copabanana South Street Declares Bankruptcy Yet Again

Plus, the forecast for Friday just keeps getting hotter.

News

Philly Today: Artist Sells Anti-PPA Gritty Paintings to Pay All Her Parking Tickets

Plus, while Philly struggles to deal with rowdy teens at night, Ocean City simply shuts down its beaches.

karen hepp, who sued facebook over the use of a photo of her
News

Philly Today: Karen Hepp’s Landmark Lawsuit Against Facebook Is Now Over

Plus, good luck finding a newspaper for sale inside 30th Street Station.

philadelphia school district superintendent tony watlington at an event with pennsylvania governor josh shapiro
News

Philly Today: School Superintendent Gets His $4.5 Billion Budget

He wants to use Chick-fil-A as a model for customer service in the district.

taylor swift, who just endorsed kamala harris for president, at lincoln financial field in philadelphia
News

Philly Today: New Jersey Shows Just How Uncool It Is via Taylor Swift Concert Announcement

Officials are worried that her Garden State shows this weekend are going to turn into a Philly-style party.

an aerial view of Phoenix, Arizona, which continues to get bigger than Philadelphia in terms of population
News

Philly Today: Phoenix Continues to Get Bigger Than Us

And San Antonio is waiting in the wings to take our place as America’s sixth-largest city.


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.


Opinion

The Narrative About Philly’s Progressive Setback Is Wrong. Isaiah Thomas Is Proof.

Black progressives have been winning big in Philadelphia. It’s time for them to lead the movement.

News

Sloth Bear Cubs Make Their Debut at the Philadelphia Zoo — and They Need Names

And now for your daily dose of cuteness: four-month-old sloth cubs’ first day out.

nurse practitioner theresa smigo seen at philly pregnancy center in a viral tiktok video recorded by the woman now suing her
News

Philly Today: Pregnant Black Woman In Terrible TikTok Video Sues Nurse Who Mistreated Her

Plus, sharks, Cherelle and a whole week in the 80s.

this baked manicotti from adrian is just one of the Stephen Starr dishes you will find on the new Amtrak Acela first class menu
News

Philly Today: Stephen Starr Food Comes to… Amtrak?!

Plus, the most-visited tourist attractions in Philadelphia may surprise you.

Longform

How Angela Val Plans to Bring Back Our Tourists

She took over at perhaps the worst time to be in charge of Visit Philly. But it’s the moment she’s ready for.

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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

Philly Today: Better Bike Lanes are Coming

Plus, Philly’s school superintendent sounds serious about year-round schooling

a kid at a bar
News

Philly Today: Do Kids Belong at Bars and Beer Gardens?

One local brewery’s stern statement about kids has reignited this argument. Plus, happy birthday, Tina Fey!

Opinion

The Four Major Takeaways From Philadelphia’s Mayoral Primary

Black candidates won big, establishment endorsements carried major weight, and tough losses for several progressives were among the highlights of a consequential election.

philadelphia mayoral candidate cherelle parker, who thinks philadelphia schools should be open year-round
News

Philly Today: Ten Ways the Philadelphia Primary Made History

Yes, Cherelle Parker. But not just Cherelle Parker.

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