Protests
Photos: Moms for Liberty summit descends on Philadelphia
Here's a look at the scene in Philly, in photos.
3 years ago
Hundreds protest Moms for Liberty as weekend-long summit kicks off in Philadelphia
The Southern Poverty Law Center has deemed Moms for Liberty an extremist group, saying it “advances an anti-student inclusion agenda.”
3 years ago
Listen 1:21How Philly is responding to the Moms for Liberty conference
The local chapter is enthusiastically participating. Mayor Kenney and other elected officials spoke out against the group’s values.
3 years ago
‘Replace fossil fuels’: Climate activists target PECO’s next power purchase plan
Every four years, PECO makes a plan to buy electricity for its customers. Climate activists want the utility to do something different the next time around.
3 years ago
What to know about Moms for Liberty, the book-ban backers hosting a summit in Philly this week
Trump, DeSantis and other conservatives will speak at the “Joyful Warriors Summit,” hosted at a Philly Marriott despite elected officials' pleas.
3 years ago
Thousands march and dance through Philly to protest the Sixers arena, chanting ‘Hands off Chinatown’
“It’s this generation’s turn to push back,” one demonstrator said.
3 years ago
Partisan stalemate keeps child sexual assault lawsuit window from advancing in Pennsylvania
Child sexual abuse survivors are pressing Pennsylvania lawmakers to move ahead with opening a two-year window for them to file otherwise outdated lawsuits over their claims.
3 years ago
Nurses and other medical professionals held an informational picket at Crozer-Chester Medical Center, criticizing hospital ownership.
3 years ago
Philadelphia protest calls for minimum wage hike and local control on future wage increases
The goal is not only to have a $15 minimum wage, but to wrestle control for future wage increases out of state control and into local hands.
3 years ago
A hung jury ended the trial, the first of a Philadelphia law enforcement officer involved in police operations during the 2020 protests.
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Mistrial declared in case involving former Philadelphia officer who pepper-sprayed protesters
The jury told the judge it was at an impasse on Friday, but the judge urged them to continue working toward a verdict.
3 years ago
After Jordan Neely’s death, homeless advocates blame NYC’s ‘dehumanizing’ policies
Advocates for the homeless are calling for accountability in the death of Jordan Neely, a 30-year-old homeless man who died this week on a New York City subway train.
3 years ago
James Ijames, Mayoral Candidate Cherelle Parker, ‘The Case for Cancel Culture’
Cherelle Parker on her plans if elected mayor of Philadelphia. Journalist Ernest Owens makes 'The Case for Cancel Culture.' And Pulitzer winner James Ijames on 'Abandon.'
Air Date: May 2, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 45:31With no tentative agreements, Rutgers unions continue labor actions
Though three unions have agreed on a framework, there are still issues lingering between New Jersey’s public university and its unionized workforce.
3 years ago
Students walk out of Philly schools to protest Pa. anti-trans, sex ed legislation
Students and transgender advocates rally against three House bills targeting gender-affirming care, transgender athletes, and sex education in public schools.
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