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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

Best Thing: The Fourth of July. Again.

Hingston: Here in this city, 239 years ago, some crazy dreamers were the start of something big.

LGBT 50th Anniversary Concert this Evening is Now Free

The once ticketed event is now free to everyone.

Latest Anti Gentrification Rallying Cry? Tax the Flippers

An array of community groups is asking Council to dramatically hike the tax on properties sold twice in two years.

PHOTOS: Gay Pioneers Tour “Speaking Out for Equality”

Original gay protestors see the moving exhibit.

qFLIX LGBT Film Festival Opens on Tuesday

It features over 50 diverse films across a variety of genres.

News

Police Union Challenges Federal Reforms

Fraternal Order of Police says rules changes haven’t been properly negotiated.


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.


FIRST LOOK: Wreath Laying Ceremony

Photos with James Obergefell and community members.

News

Brewers Bullpen Catcher Eats 18 Cheesesteaks in 3 Days

It’s a new Phillies opponent record!

News

Biking Is On the Rise Again in Philly

And other encouraging findings from a Bicycle Coalition study.

See James Obergefell in Philly Today

The Supreme Court marriage equality plaintiff is in town.

PHOTOS: Independence Business Alliance Annual Meeting

Over 120 local members from Philly’s LGBT chamber of commerce attended.

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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

The 12 Worst Pieces of Public Art in Philly

Hingston: So many candidates, so little time.

News

Sixers Land 3 Players, Draft Pick in Trade With Kings –

Analysts love the deal.

A Simple Tool To Save Bicyclists’ Lives

How to make trucks less lethal to bicyclists, and move one step closer to achieving Vision Zero.

Opinion

The Phillies Don’t Deserve Your Cheers

Missanelli: A subpar product, going nowhere fast.

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