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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

Delta, American Add Flights Between Philly and London

Good news for international travelers.

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News

Union Says SEPTA Train Engineers Overworked

“Frankly it’s becoming dangerous.”

News

Chaput: Pope’s Visit Could Lead to “Rebirth” of Archdiocese

“I am excited and scared at the same time. It’s a big responsibility.”

News

WATCH: Philadelphia Reacts to Ferguson Decision

Video from the #FergusonPHL protest.

Members of the Philadelphia Flyers Alumni team, from the left, Bill Barber, Eric Lindros, Bob Clarke and coach Pat Quinn (standing) on the bench during the Winter Classic Alumni hockey game with the New York Rangers Alumni team, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2011 in Philadelphia. AP | Tom Mihalek
News

Former Flyers Coach Pat Quinn Dies at 71

He led the team to a 35-game unbeaten streak.

News

Grand Jury Makes Ferguson Decision

Demonstrations are expected in Philadelphia.


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

Philly Named a Finalist for 2016 DNC

As expected, the other two finalists are Columbus and New York.

Lynne Abraham Running For Mayor of Philadelphia
News

Abraham Campaign: Poll Shows Her in Lead

Former district attorney is leading the mayoral pack, according to her campaign’s polling.

Michael Sam on Coming Out Before the NFL Draft

The out athlete gives a candid interview to GQ.

Lincoln University President Resigns

Robert Jennings had been under fire for his comments on sexual assault

Wolf Seeks Statewide Paid Sick Leave Law

Can he get it through a Republican legislature?

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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

Daniel Faulkner Mural Dedicated in Chinatown

The Philadelphia police officer was killed in 1981.

News

Former Head of Montco GOP Pleads to Indecent Assault

Robert Kerns was accused of assaulting worker at his law firm.

News

Philly Anti-Street Harassment Group Splits with National Org

Over the “10 Hours” video.

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PGW Sale: Not Dead Yet

(But it’s getting awfully close.)

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