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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

Main Line Cops Crack Down on Shoveling Scofflaws?

Controversy erupts in Lower Merion.

Tabu’s Last Laugh Wins “Worst Comedy Competition” Award

This weekend at the Razzies-esque WitIns.

News

DNC Takes One Last Look at Philly

Nutter, Rendell make the city’s final pitch for 2016 convention.

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News

Suspected Trooper Shooter to Face Death Penalty

Eric Frein could be headed to Death Row, if convicted.

News

Kane to Defend Wolf in Open Records Case

AG spokesman: “Our office is representing the Governor’s Office.”

News

The Brief: Jim Kenney’s Authenticity Cuts Two Ways

Seems a pescetarian diet is good for his blood pressure.


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

Pa. Gas Taxes Highest in U.S.

But gasoline is still pretty cheap. And you’re paying for a smooth ride.

News

Is New Millennial PAC Just Trolling Council?

Not so, says The 5th Square.

News

Milton Street’s Lawyer: Milton’s No Felon

Street is exploring “all possible legal remedies” after a TV guest called him “a former felon.”

News

Jim Kenney Says He’s Not a Fan of Stop and Frisk

He predicts he can trump bad “racial math” and appeal to a wide array of voters, as his media blitz begins.

News

Matt O’Donnell Apologizes, Defends 6 ABC in Open Letter

“The bottom line: you just can’t win,” he writes.

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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.


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Equality PA Kicks Off #DiscriminationExists

To spotlight the lack of protections for LGBT people in PA.

News

Who’s Your Favorite Philly Weather Person?

Weymouth: What your choice reveals about your personality.

News

Church and State: Pa. House Resolution Honors God

And His “divine providence.”

News

Medical Marijuana Back in Play in Pennsylvania?

Bill that stalled after passing the Senate last year is being reintroduced.

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