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.
The Philadelphia area can expect warmer temperatures Monday before rain moves through later this week.
An infant was found dead inside a Northern Liberties apartment Saturday, Philadelphia police said.
President Trump details his experience at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where a gunman charged toward the ballroom. He says he wasn't worried, and praised the actions of law enforcement.
Payton Pritchard scored 32 points, and Jayson Tatum added 30 as the Celtics crushed the Sixers in Joel Embiid's return in Game 4 to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Chris Sale shut down the Phillies for the second time in nine days and won his 150th career game as the Atlanta Braves built an early lead and beat Philadelphia 6-2.
The Philadelphia area can expect warmer temperatures Monday before rain moves through later this week.
An infant was found dead inside a Northern Liberties apartment Saturday, Philadelphia police said.
Payton Pritchard scored 32 points, and Jayson Tatum added 30 as the Celtics crushed the Sixers in Joel Embiid's return in Game 4 to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Chris Sale shut down the Phillies for the second time in nine days and won his 150th career game as the Atlanta Braves built an early lead and beat Philadelphia 6-2.
Fifty years after attending kindergarten at St. Charles Borromeo School in South Philadelphia, classmates gathered for a reunion.
An infant was found dead inside a Northern Liberties apartment Saturday, Philadelphia police said.
Fifty years after attending kindergarten at St. Charles Borromeo School in South Philadelphia, classmates gathered for a reunion.
A man was shot in the back near the intersection of 40th and Chestnut streets in University City on Saturday night, Philadelphia Police said.
The Pennsylvania SPCA is caring for dozens of dogs, cats and even two rabbits that were rescued from a dirty and overcrowded home in Lancaster County.
Community members helps create mural honoring five LGBTQ+ leaders during Philadelphia Black Pride weekend.
New Jersey is one of the nation's top growers of peaches, but the fruit may be harder to find this season and possibly more expensive at the grocery store.
Three cats were exposed to a rabid bat found in the attic of a home in Haddonfield, N.J., on April 18, health officials said.
Photos of the grand opening of LesbiVeggies in Camden.
The team identified Robert Dean Irelan as the man whose body was found in a shallow grave in Salem County, New Jersey, in 1979.
A team from New Jersey says they're out tens of thousands of dollars after the travel company GoPlay Sports abruptly shut down.
Nehemeiah Jones was arrested for orchestrating a retail theft group that targeted stores across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
DeSean Jackson and Delaware State University failed to discipline a football player who assaulted two teammates, a lawsuit claims.
The Delaware Department of Agriculture is warning residents about the unexpected deliveries of seeds that they did not order.
As people mark Earth Day, one Delaware business owner is finding value in what others throw away.
A grand jury indicted Luqmaan Khan, the Wilmington man accused of plotting an attack on the University of Delaware, on a gun charge.
A new project in North Philadelphia is transforming an old skating rink into a new comprehensive health center set to open in 2027.
The Philadelphia Walk to End Bladder Cancer is raising awareness for a disease doctors say is often overlooked.
Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia and other sites around the region will host free eye screenings for Diabetes Day.
The Philadelphia region received an F for bad air quality in an annual report from the American Lung Association.
Transplant patients participated in a Donor Dash at Penn Medicine to celebrate donors and their families.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
A vehicle fire briefly shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday.
Two I-95 ramps close to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex are under construction and could cause some traffic headaches for Flyers and Sixers fans.
The warning period for the Philadelphia Parking Authority's school-zone speed camera enforcement ends on Monday, April 20.
Police said a driver ran a red light and then hit another vehicle, killing that driver and a dog at 48th and Walnut streets in Philadelphia.
A tractor-trailer crashed into an overpass on Route 295 in Marlton, New Jersey, causing traffic to back up.
Payton Pritchard scored 32 points, and Jayson Tatum added 30 as the Celtics crushed the Sixers in Joel Embiid's return in Game 4 to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Chris Sale shut down the Phillies for the second time in nine days and won his 150th career game as the Atlanta Braves built an early lead and beat Philadelphia 6-2.
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler gave up two runs in five innings in his season debut against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night.
The Pittsburgh Penguins force Game 5 after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers Saturday Night.
The Flyers look to break out the brooms and sweep the Penguins tonight in their first-round playoff series. Here's how to watch.
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.
Monster Jam is getting ready to take over Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field this weekend.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
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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.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a warm and sunny Monday.
With less than a month away until the May 19 primary, ballot boxes will be open on Monday in Philadelphia.
PennDOT says the road work is part of a project to resurface and repair the highway.
A group of former classmates gathered for their 50th kindergarten reunion over the weekend. The friends met at St. Charles Borromeo School in South Philadelphia five decades ago.
SEPTA has had funding issues over the last few years.