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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

The BBC Has Reported on Philly Jesus

His legend grows.

News

Exclusive: Kristina Ruehli Says Bill Cosby Attacked Her in 1965

Tenth public accuser tells her story only to Philadelphia magazine.

News

Cop in ‘Tainted Justice’ Series Gets Job Back

He won’t return to narcotics.

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Ed Rendell Is OK with NFL Game Being Moved

This time.

News

Pa. Legislature Might Hold Lame-Duck Session

The better to get GOP legislation passed before Tom Wolf becomes governor.

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News

PGW Sale Hopes Dim

UIL Holdings says it will let sale agreement expire.


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

Dwight Evans Mulls Mayoral Run

Would third time be the charm for longtime state rep?

News

Philly Takes a Stand on Education

Mathis: How our pugnacious, argumentative city used its powers for good.

Another Country Music Star Came Out Today

Billy Gilman releases a coming out video on YouTube

PHOTOS: Philly In the Heat of 1990s AIDS Protests

This week’s Throwback Thursday

“I Wasn’t Born a Man; I’m Intersex”

A plea from Michael Phelps’ intersex lover Taylor Lianne Chandler.

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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

Complaint: SRC Violated Pennsylvania Sunshine Act

Suit filed against meeting that canceled teachers’ contracts.

News

It’s Hard to Trust Roger Goodell

When it comes to punishment, NFL commissioner ignores precedent in order to pander.

Country Star Ty Herndon Comes Out of the Closet

It’s about time we had a gay in country music.

News

Charges Dropped in Philly Attempted Murder Case

A voice lineup resulted in a misidentification.

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