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Protests

Chinatown celebrated the Year of the Dragon during the Lunar New Year Parade on Feb. 11. 2024. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Lunar New Year Parade in Philly’s Chinatown highlights the ‘Year of the Dragon,’ continued opposition against proposed Sixers’ arena

As lions danced and people marched, residents and activists within Chinatown voiced their opposition to the proposed Sixers arena.

1 year ago

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The ''Save The Train'' Campaign focuses on ensuring service for the Chestnut Hill West Regional Rail line isn't cut if SEPTA cannot secure additional funds ahead of the potential $240 million shortfall.
Politics & Policy

Gov. 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.

1 year ago

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In this grab taken from video, activists gesture after throwing soup at the glass protecting the Mona Lisa, at the Louvre Museum, in Paris, Sunday. Jan. 28, 2024, shouting slogans advocating for a sustainable food system.
Arts & Entertainment

Climate 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.

1 year ago

Chopper 6 video of protest on Schuylkill Expressway in Center City (6abc)
Politics & Policy
6abc

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."

1 year ago

Protest on the street
Politics & Policy

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.

2 years ago

Federal courthouse
Courts & Law

West Philly activist who acknowledged helping flip police car during 2020 protest sentenced to 1 year in prison

Smith acknowledged having helped others flip a vacant Philadelphia police car over outside City Hall on May 31, 2020.

2 years ago

A flag of Israel is visible, and stretching into the distance is a crowd of people marching
Community

Thousands march in Jerusalem to press Israel’s government to do more to free hostages held in Gaza

The families have not rallied around a single proposal for getting their loved ones back, but pleaded for more empathy and responsiveness from the government.

2 years ago

Protesters holding signs and Palestinian flag at the rally.
Community

Palestinian supporters protest Fetterman’s support for Israel, demand the Pa. senator calls for immediate ceasefire

Protests are scheduled across the state outside of Fetterman’s four offices. In Philadelphia, hundreds marched down Market Street Thursday before lining up outside his office.

2 years ago

A screenshot from a video showing part of a rally at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Community
Billy Penn

Why thousands gathered with the Philadelphia Palestine Coalition at huge rally in Center City

The large demonstration was hardly covered by local news outlets, frustrating participants.

2 years ago

Pro-Palestine demonstrators protest outside Philadelphia City Hall on Thursday Oct. 19.
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia City Council halts public comment after shouting over Hamas resolution

People against the war came to City Council to express their sides in the conflict.

2 years ago

Protesters waving an Israeli flag
NPR
Education

U.S. students are clashing over the Israel-Hamas war. What can colleges do?

The conflict has heightened tensions on U.S. campuses. What is the role and responsibility of colleges right now?

2 years ago

Anthony Allegrini Jr.'s mother Jennifer Allegrini, his sister Jessica Skladanowski and his girlfriend Reagan Hocking demand justice outside a PA State Police building near Belmont Avenue and Monument Road.
Community

4 months after 18-year-old Anthony Allegrini Jr.’s death, the officer who killed him hasn’t been named. His family held a rally for justice

On Saturday, family and friends of Anthony Allegrini Jr. — an 18-year-old who was killed by Pa. State Police in June — held a rally to demand answers.

2 years ago

Sajda ''Purple'' Blackwell writes down suggestions for solutions. (Sam Searles/WHYY)
Community

‘It seems like rage is the only way’: In a West Philly community meeting, accountability, and fatigue follow 2 nights of unrest

Thursday’s conversation followed several days of unrest, after the decision by Judge Wendy L. Pew to drop charges against Mark Dial.

2 years ago

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Protesters hold signs that read
Community

‘Say his name’: Hundreds flood Philly streets after judge dismisses charges in police killing of Eddie Irizarry Jr.

"These buildings ... they don't need your protection,” Mike Africa Jr. said of police. “Who needs your protection is people like Eddie.”

2 years ago

Listen 1:20
Striking UAW workers
NPR
Community

UAW’s unique strike strategy keeps Detroit Big 3 automakers guessing

The UAW's strategy of limited, targeted strikes at all three American auto companies has gained widespread support among its rank and file.

2 years ago

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