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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

News

PhillyVoice.com Unveils Star-Studded List of Contributors

Norcross-backed news organization grows collection of media talent.

Craig Berube press conference
News

Are the Flyers Going to Fire Coach Craig Berube?

The team is coming off a disastrous road trip.

News

New WHYY Reporter Has the Best Story About Being Fired

Bobby Allyn ended up scooping his old paper — the same day he got laid off.

News

Doug Oliver Is in – Almost

Nutter’s former spokesman will soon quit his PGW job and launch his mayoral campaign.

News

My Life of (Hoodie) Crime

Hingston: Under a proposed Oklahoma law, I spent much of the last few days as a fashion criminal.

Audra McDonald Went “Homeless” for LGBTQ Youth

As if we needed another reason to adore the performer…


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.


Dilworth Park Fountain
News

Paul Levy wants a Center City / neighborhood truce

What’s good for Center City is good for rowhome communities too, writes the Center City District boss.

Transphobic Statements Show Up on Yogo Factory Owner’s Facebook

He claims hackers did it.

News

Jim Kenney Tweets: About Pot, Soft Porn, Jasmine Oil and the Pope

A guided tour of the Councilman Jim Kenney’s weird but wonderful Twitter feed.

News

Terry Gillen Exited the Race Friday. What Does it Mean?

Nothing good.

News

FCC Plans Net Neutrality Vote in February

Comcast Today: Company future could be on the line.

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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

Forbes: “30 Under 30” Summit to Stay in Philly

After October conference, magazine makes permanent home here.

News

Tollefson Scheduled for Trial Today

Ex-sportscaster accused of selling fake trips to ticket buyers.

Lynne Abraham Running For Mayor of Philadelphia
News

Lynne Abraham on Pot, Ferguson, the Schools and More

Our Q&A with the former D.A.

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