Protests
Activists arrested while protesting John Fetterman’s position on Israel
Around 50 protesters converged on the Custom House in Old City on Thursday to demand a ceasefire in Gaza. Around a dozen of them volunteered to enter the building’s lobby.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:10Israel pulls some troops from southern Gaza, 6 months after Oct. 7 attacks
The latest update on Israel's ongoing military invasion comes six months to the day after the surprise attacks led by Hamas on Oct. 7 that sparked the ensuing conflict.
2 weeks ago
Philly families march calling for permanent ceasefire in Gaza
A permanent ceasefire resolution, divestment from Israeli bonds, and uncommitted primary votes were top of mind for rallygoers.
2 weeks ago
Dozens arrested after protest blocks Interstate 676, police say
Officials said about 350 members of the “Party for Socialism and Liberation” had rushed onto the highway on Saturday, disrupting traffic.
3 weeks ago
Public demonstration partially shuts down I-676 westbound in Center City
Video from the scene shows a crowd of people on the roadway with signs.
3 weeks ago
Hundreds march through Center City to demand cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
In the shadow of International Women’s Day, speakers at the rally highlighted the plight of Palestinian mothers.
1 month ago
Harm reduction activists ask for a ‘seat at the table’ during City Hall rally
Protesters demanded City Council and the Parker administration turn away from its “forced treatment” approach to solve the opioid crisis in Kensington.
2 months ago
Protest halts traffic on Ben Franklin Bridge in Philadelphia
Protesters in support of Palestinians were demanding an end to all U.S. aid to Israel and an immediate ceasefire.
2 months ago
Debating the 76ers Arena Proposal
The $1.3 billion plan for a new Sixers arena has been embraced by some, but met with a ton of opposition from residents of Chinatown and surrounding neighborhoods downtown.
Air Date: February 21, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11Defense attorney Fortunato Perri Jr. said a medical examination found that the protester was never struck directly on the head with the baton.
2 months ago
As lions danced and people marched, residents and activists within Chinatown voiced their opposition to the proposed Sixers arena.
2 months ago
Listen 1:15Gov. Shapiro proposes $282.2 million in state transit funding as hundreds rally to ‘Save The Train’
Hundreds rallied and rode the Chestnut Hill West Regional Rail line Sunday as Gov. Josh Shapiro plans to increase transit funds.
3 months ago
Listen 1:12Climate activists throw soup at glass protecting Mona Lisa in Paris as farmers’ protests continue
Two women with the words “FOOD RIPOSTE” written on their t-shirts could be seen in a video posted on social media Sunday throwing the soup.
3 months ago
32 protesters arrested for blocking traffic on I-76 in Center City
The group, with Jewish Voice for Peace, could be seen hanging banners that read "Let Gaza Live" and "Ceasefire Now."
4 months ago
Pa. pols, White House react to viral Goldie chant in Philly
The Philly Palestine Coalition, which organized the protest, previously called for a boycott of the establishment for its support of the IDF.
5 months ago