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Protests

A woman holds photos of gun violence victims at a rally at the Pennsylvania Capitol pressing for stronger gun-control laws, Thursday, March 23, 2023, in Harrisburg, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Democrats, marchers press gun violence debate at Pa. Capitol

Thursday's March For Our Lives rally marks its fifth anniversary since its inception after a 2018 mass shooting at a Florida high school.

2 years ago

A protester kicks a tear gas canister fired by police as protests continue Sunday, May 31, 2020, in Philadelphia over the death of George Floyd. Floyd died May 25 after he was pinned at the neck by a Minneapolis police officer. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Courts & Law
Billy Penn

Protesters win $9 million settlement and police demilitarization pledge for 2020 tear-gassing

The settlement with the group of 20 activists, organizers, and West Philly residents also includes a pledge to demilitarize the police.

2 years ago

Police deploy tear gas to disperse a crowd during a protest Sunday, May 31, 2020, in Philadelphia over the death of George Floyd. Floyd died May 25 after he was pinned at the neck by a Minneapolis police officer. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Courts & Law
Billy Penn

Protesters win $9 million settlement and police demilitarization pledge for 2020 tear-gassing in West Philadelphia

The city's agreement with the group of 20 activists and residents also includes a half-million award to the Bread & Roses Community Fund.

2 years ago

Apartment owners and residents protested outside City Hall against a council bill that would mandate automatic sprinklers systems in high-rise buildings ahead of a City Council session
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly property owners push City Council to kill sprinkler bill for high-rise buildings

The measure would require automatic sprinkler systems in existing high-rise buildings that are above 75 feet.

2 years ago

A group of people march down a street in a protest for women's rights in Iran and Afghanistan and abortion rights in the U.S.
Community

Philadelphia protesters march for abortion rights on International Women’s Day

Dozens of protesters took to the streets of Philadelphia advocating for abortion rights and women’s rights abroad.

2 years ago

Listen 1:10
A person playing the ukuele
Community
Billy Penn

Ukulele as public comment: Activist briefly enthralls Philly City Council with song about a golf course

Jonathan Leibovic joined other environmentalists in protesting a zoning overlay in Cobbs Creek — with a unique spin.

3 years ago

People hold up signs protesting the police killing of Tyre Nichols.
Community

Memphis police video leaves many unanswered questions

The nation and the city of Memphis are struggling to come to grips with video showing five disgraced police officers pummeling Tyre Nichols.

3 years ago

Outside of Grand Yesha Ballroom, dozens of protesters expressed frustrations about the FDR Park plans, and shut down the street
Politics & Policy

FDR Park redevelopment discussion halted due to protests

Dozen’s stood in protest outside Thursday’s FDR Park redevelopment meeting in South Philly after being denied entry. A virtual meeting is scheduled for March 1.

3 years ago

Listen 1:21
A group of protesters carry Pride flags outside of the Union League.
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Photos: Philly gives DeSantis the bird amid calls for Union League boycott

On the eve of the dinner honoring Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, organizations including the local NAACP chapter and the Black Clergy of Philadelphia called for a protest.

3 years ago

People speak from a podium in front of a building.
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

DeSantis critics staging protest outside the Union League as it honors the Florida gov

Members of City Council, the local NAACP, and Philly’s Black clergy are hoping to draw a crowd of hundreds to the storied Republican bastion.

3 years ago

A group of students hold up a sign that reads
Education

Central Bucks teachers protest flurry of ‘anti-LGBTQ’ policies and directives

Central Bucks educators, students, and parents rallied outside the administration’s meeting about a policy that bans Pride flags and other inclusive classroom decor.

3 years ago

Listen 1:41
Protesters, supporters of Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro, storm the the National Congress building in Brasilia, Brazil, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023
Politics & Policy

Pro-Bolsonaro rioters storm Brazil’s top government offices

Images on TV channel Globo News showed protesters roaming the presidential palace, many of them wearing the colors that have come to symbolize the Bolsonaro government.

3 years ago

A rendering of a proposed Sixers arena
Urban Planning
6abc

Chinatown residents, supporters gather on Christmas to protest proposed 76ers arena

Dozens of Chinatown residents and supporters came out on Christmas to sing carols to protest against the proposed Philadelphia 76ers arena.

3 years ago

A group of protesters gather outside Philadelphia City Hall to call for measures to protect the Delaware River's dwindling Atlantic sturgeon population. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Community

Environmentalists protest projects that impact endangered Atlantic Sturgeon

Protesters symbolically mourned the Atlantic Sturgeon during a mock funeral to urge regulatory agencies to protect the endangered species.

3 years ago

A section of the Academy Park High School football stadium.
(Daniella Heminghaus for WHYY)
Education
6abc

Protest over Delco school’s ban on hoodies ends in fights, 10 students arrested

Students were protesting the Southeast DelCo School District's decision to ban hooded sweatshirts and hats.

3 years ago

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