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Protests

Alisa Wailoo speaking from the stage of the church.
Community

Interfaith vigil at Philadelphia’s Christ Church calls for end to ICE raids

Organizers read out the names of the more than 50 people who have died in ICE custody since President Donald Trump took office in January 2025.

1 week ago

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Peri Law's design for Philly's poster
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

‘ICE Out’ protest art in Philly ramps up amid World Cup spotlight

Anti-ICE protest art in the city embraces Philly’s long tradition of blending art, activism and community-building.

3 weeks ago

A group of people hold various signs about class struggles during a protest in 1976.
Community

As America’s 250th anniversary approaches, Philadelphians revisit the ‘Sin Colonias’ bicentennial march

Organizers are marking the 50th anniversary of the 1976 demonstration as a reminder that the nation's founding has long inspired celebration and protest.

4 weeks ago

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A person in a wheelchair eat a piece of bread with the words
Community

Young Philadelphia activists end 22-day hunger strike after budget passes, vow to continue affordability push

Erica Brown of Sunrise Movement Philadelphia celebrated incremental victories and growing public support as she took her first bite outside of City Hall.

4 weeks ago

Swarthmore junior Jace Boland, who is facing criminal trespass charges for a protest at his college, speaks
Courts & Law

‘Swarthmore 9’ appear in court to face trespassing charges tied to Gaza protest encampment

The students and activists, who could be the first convicted for a campus protest encampment, are facing up to a year in jail.

1 month ago

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Protesters confront ICE agents outside the Delaney Hall detention center while demonstrating near the entrance gates, Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Newark, N.J.
Politics & Policy

Protesters rally at N.J. Gov. Sherrill’s office, saying she is ‘enabling these Gestapo-Nazi tactics’

Many called for Gov. Mikie Sherrill to do more to help protect detainees and their supporters outside of the facility.

1 month ago

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Dozens of Unite Here Local 274 members protesting
Community

Philadelphia hotel workers set strike deadline ahead of FIFA World Cup: ‘No one is getting left behind’

Workers want higher wages, protection from sexual harassment by guests and caps on daily workload requirements.

2 months ago

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A group is gathered for a rally in West Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

West Philly tenants are pushing Mayor Parker to preserve 925 units of affordable housing

Starting in early July, the vast portfolio of properties can be marketed to the general public. Housing advocates fear that could displace thousands.

2 months ago

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Unions and labor activists rally at City Hall to commemorate Mayday
Community

Philadelphia unions, labor activists use May Day rally to outline a vision for the future: ‘workers over billionaires’

While May Day grew out of the 19th century labor movement, its influence has waned along with union membership. Some Philadelphia leaders see signs of a resurgence.

2 months ago

Surveillance photo of protesters blocking an entire sidewalk and one person in the middle of the street.
Courts & Law

Bucks County police chiefs say Quakertown officers’ actions during anti-ICE student protest were ‘justified and within police policy’

Quakertown Borough requested the review in March. An investigation by the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office is ongoing.

3 months ago

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Philadelphia Iranians hold protest celebrating
Politics & Policy

Iranians in Philadelphia grapple with war’s toll as ceasefire brings little clarity on Iran’s future

After weeks of war and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans in Philadelphia weigh hopes for change against fears for loved ones back home.

3 months ago

People hold up signs in a protest in Philadelphia, including one that reads
Politics & Policy

Thousands rally in Philadelphia ‘No Kings’ protest against Trump, ICE and war with Iran

Protesters gathered in downtown Philadelphia to participate in the third protest against the Trump administration since June.

3 months ago

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Allison Posner, an organizer for an upcoming
Community

N.J. suburbanites embrace anti-Trump resistance before No Kings protests in Philadelphia, across U.S.

A growing faction of concerned citizens in the Philadelphia suburbs and across the U.S. are positioned on the front lines of the anti-Trump resistance.

4 months ago

Protesters with the No Kings rally listen to speakers at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on June 14, 2025.
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia ‘No Kings’ protest 2026: What to know ahead of March 28 rally

Millions gathered across the U.S. last year as part of the demonstrations against the Trump administration. More will take place this weekend.

4 months ago

Jamie Gauthier speaks alongside students
Education

Students and advocates call for expansion, not elimination, of 5 West Philly schools

A West Philadelphia rally called for the consolidation of five schools set to be closed under the school district's plan.

4 months ago

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