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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

In Beaver County, Candidate Owns Ammo Vending Machine

It’s a safety measure.

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SEPTA Key: Will Students Ride For “Free”?

Discounted transit for college kids could help keep them in Philly post-graduation.

News

Union Accuses SugarHouse of Spying on Union Organizers

The casino says the allegation is absolutely untrue.

News

Are Women Being Overmedicated?

Spikol: When it comes to our emotions, one doctor says yes.

REVIEW: Will Smith in Focus

An anything but focused offering from the hometown hero.

AC Names New LGBT Tourism Ambassador

The one and only Miss Richfield 1981.


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

Wolf’s Incredible Philly Tax Plan

His budget would provide a whopping $540M of tax relief to the city.

Candidate Conversations
News

No Standouts at Green-Themed Mayoral Forum

None of the candidates wildly impressed or flopped.

News

Court to Hear Challenge to Death Penalty Moratorium

Philly. D.A. says Gov. Wolf doesn’t have the authority to halt executions.

News

Debate on $15 Minimum Wage Starts Today

Council committee to hold hearing this morning.

News

Here’s What Seth Williams Didn’t Say About Civil Forfeiture

Mathis: He defends the practice in Inky op-ed — while ignoring its best critics.

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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

Exactly How Free do We Want Our Nipples?

Weymouth: The Instagram campaign makes perfect sense — but I’d also never confronted a topless woman in public before.

News

Cops: Pit Bull Stolen From Outside Philly Drug Store

Watch the surveillance footage.

11 Gay Things to Do This Week

Guerrilla Queer Bar in University City, two new shows from Mimi Imfurst and more.

DO THIS: Wing Bowl for Drag Queens

Wigs and Wings will kick-off Pride weekend.

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