There is skepticism about how the decision was reached and calls for more transparency regarding what happened at the meeting with the Philadelphia Art Commission.

The Rocky statue, created by A. Thomas Schomberg, exists in three identical bronzes; two sit at the museum, and the top statue was briefly loaned to Rocky Fest in 2024.

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A subpoena underscores concerns about transparency and oversight of public funds used for security upgrades tied to the project.

The Starting Line will perform at the TLA and the Fillmore around their new album Eternal Youth, with tour dates linked.

A separate local crime item notes two South Jersey brothers were arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot ICE on social media.

The proposal will be reviewed at an upcoming Philadelphia Art Commission meeting, highlighting Rocky’s cultural relevance through local voices.

City officials plan to install a new city-owned statue at the bottom of the steps and move the top statue slightly for a permanent display, with an estimated cost of about $150,000.

Residents voiced mixed feelings about accessibility versus iconic views, urging more inclusive viewing options.

A deal with Sylvester Stallone will allow Philadelphia to keep the original Rocky statue, with a plan to install a permanent display near the current replica at the Art Museum steps.

If final approvals come through, installation could begin next year, aligning with the museum’s exhibit timeline and community engagement goals.

Event statistics show Chickie’s & Pete’s Crabfries served nearly 29,000 portions and over 6,200 gallons of beer across nine days at Xfinity Mobile Arena.