Protesters Burn American Flag While Marching In Center City
It happened Saturday afternoon as protesters were marching along 16th Street and John F. Kennedy Boulevard.
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It happened Saturday afternoon as protesters were marching along 16th Street and John F. Kennedy Boulevard.
The incident took place just a few blocks from the convention center, that was hosting the Major Cities Chiefs Association conference.
The group of roughly 20 'Keystone United' members rallied near a statue just along boat house row.
Scores marched from the Department of Justice offices at 2nd and Chestnut to a federal detention center at 7th and Arch Streets chanting, "That is not justice."
Dueling rallies took place tonight in Northeast Philadelphia in the wake of the deadly shooting of David Jones.
A Pennsylvania school administrator who was at the center of a controversy involving anti-abortion protesters has announced his resignation on Thursday.
The Downingtown -Area School District is one that is torn in two following a largely beloved staff member placed on administrative leave due to a video that captured what some feel was a clear violation of the First Amendment.
After working without a contract for four years, Philadelphia public school teachers are fed up.
They chanted, "We are human," and wore signs with that slogan in ten different languages.
It happened at the Allegheny County Jail around 8 p.m. Monday.
Protesters in Philadelphia and other major cities plan to take to the streets on this Presidents Day against the president's policies.
The several hundred people who showed up at 30th Street Station to protest were not discouraged by word that the lawmakers were not there.
Chris discussed the GOP Congressional retreat, Mayor Kenney labeling President Trump a liar and more. Chris spoke with economist Chris Butler on Finance Friday about President Trump's plan to build the wall at 7:00. He also spoke with Rep. Ryan Costello about the GOP Congressional Retreat at 7:20. Chris chatted with CSN Philly's Ray Didinger about QB Matt Ryan's ties to the area at 8:00. He also talked with Face the Nation moderator John Dickerson about President Trump's appearance in Philadelphia.
The Republican retreat that welcomed President Donald Trump on Thursday will come to a close today and protesters are expected to be back out on the streets.
Rich discussed President Trump's speech in Philadelphia at the Congressional GOP Retreat, the Doomsday Clock moving closer to midnight and President Trump's plan to fight crime in Chicago. He also discussed President Trump's stance on torture, financing the wall and more. Rich spoke with National Review contributing editor, Andrew McCarthy about his article, Can the Feds Save Chicago? at 4:30pm.
Rich discussed Donald Trump's exclusive interview with Lesley Stahl, Bernie Sanders' disappointment with the Democrat Party and Dave Chappelle's SNL appearance. He also discussed Trump appointing Reince Priebus and Stephen Bannon, Bernie Sanders' appearance on The View and Soros funding anti-Trump protests.
They were here to work with community leaders and activists.
Philadelphia City Hall was the scene of another post-election protest Friday.
Bobby Knight says Donald Trump is the problem solver America needs.
Police say the man they shot had a gun; his family members say he was carrying a book.
Chris reviewed the speeches of President Obama and Joe Biden from the Democratic National Convention and Donald Trump encouraging Russia to hack Hillary Clinton's emails. He talked with John Hayward from Breitbart at 7:00 about the President's attack on Donald Trump, attorney Gloria Allred at 8:00 about her support of Hillary Clinton and Stephen Klasko from Jefferson Health at 8:20 about current state of the Affordable Care Act and the health care system.
Thousands of demonstrators braved the blazing heat and humidity for a march down Broad Street to FDR Park.
Several Sunday demonstrations are planned, including an anti-fracking march from City Hall to Independence Mall, near the Liberty Bell.
Fueled by grievances over the party's treatment of Bernie Sanders and doubts over Hillary Clinton's progressive credentials, tens of thousands of protesters are poised to put a fragile post-primary detente to the test this week during the DNC in Philadelphia.
A coalition of protest groups gathered at Arch Street Methodist Church on Broad Street, near City Hall, on Wednesday to talk about their strategy for DNC-related events next week in Philadelphia.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
A high temperature of 98 degrees is forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday afternoon, which would not only break the daily record.
Some South Philadelphia residents are relieved after they say police shut down a theft ring on their block.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
A fire at The Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant in Center City was placed under control Monday night, the Philadelphia Fire Department said.
Before heading to the polls, here's what Pennsylvania voters need to know about the 2026 primary election.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
A high temperature of 98 degrees is forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday afternoon, which would not only break the daily record.
Some South Philadelphia residents are relieved after they say police shut down a theft ring on their block.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
Some South Philadelphia residents are relieved after they say police shut down a theft ring on their block.
A fire at The Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant in Center City was placed under control Monday night, the Philadelphia Fire Department said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
A teenager is in critical condition after a driver hit him on Cottman Avenue Monday afternoon, Philadelphia police say.
Crews are searching for a swimmer who went missing in Ocean City, New Jersey, Monday night, the Coast Guard said.
Scientists are buzzing about Triantha x novacaesariensis, a newly identified plant found in New Jersey's Pine Barrens.
New Jersey wants to help bars and restaurants cash in on the FIFA World Cup by letting them sell more alcohol during the 39-day tournament.
Research conducted by one of New Jersey's largest credit unions found a trip down the Jersey Shore is going to cost 11% more this year on average.
Thousands of people across the country came together Saturday to remember the lives of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
Doctors in New Jersey say an illness known as CHS that affects cannabis users is on the rise.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The ramp from Front Street to northbound I-95 and the ramp from southbound I-95 to Front Street will reopen the afternoon of May 8 until the morning of May 11.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
On Monday, May 18, the merchandise tent at Aronimink Golf Club is open to the public for one day of last-minute shopping, where all remaining items are 50% off.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club brought roughly 200,000 golf fans to Newtown Square, Delaware County.
Rory McIlroy's frustrating final round at the PGA Championship boiled over with an angry exchange with a fan after a "U-S-A!" shout from the gallery at Aronimink Golf Club.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District is the only majority African American district in the Commonwealth, so Black voters will play a significant role in determining who wins Tuesday's primary. Wakisha Bailey is at a polling place in Mt. Airy and speaking with members of Black Voters Matter, a group going door-to-door encouraging people to vote.
In Pennsylvania's heavily Democratic 3rd Congressional District, the outcome could provide signals about what direction the party is heading, experts say. Dr. Ala Stanford, State Sen. Sharif Street, State Rep. Chris Rabb and tax attorney Shaun Griffith are all running. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday.
The house on Wolf Street in South Philly is now completely boarded up.
Philadelphia police said there are no known threats to the city after the shooting in San Diego, but increased patrols at mosques out of an abundance of caution.