UNION PARK, CHICAGO | On Monday, Aug. 19, 2024, protestors rolled out in droves to Union Park, kicking off day one of the Democratic National Convention with a large-scale Pro-Palestine protest run by a Coalition of around 270 different organizations that all “fight for the rights and lib...
The intense confrontations with officers began minutes into the demonstration, after some protesters – many dressed in black, their faces covered – charged at a line of police that had blocked the group from marching.
"I never thought I'd be speaking at a Democratic convention. But, after seeing firsthand who Donald Trump really is, and the threat he poses to our country, I feel very strongly about speaking out," Grisham said in a statement to ABC News. Aug 21, 2024, 1:48 AM CST P...
Riot police officers stand guard in front of a demonstrator taking part in the rally "March on the DNC" on the first day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., August 19, 2024. (photo credit: REUTERS/SETH HERALD) Protesters breached security at the DNC ...
Protesters in Union Park prepare to march before the start of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, on August 19, 2024. Christian Monterrosa | AFP | Getty Images Police have made four arrests after a group of protestors tore down a barricade outside of the DNC venue...
An investigation is underway after a group of protesters allegedly slipped maggots into food that was served during a Democratic National Convention breakfast. CHICAGO - An investigation is underway after a group of protesters allegedly slipped maggots into food that was served during a Democratic ...
What happened at the convention was overshadowed by thousands of antiwar protesters who marched in the streets. Demonstrators were attacked by police, sparking such turmoil that the tear gas fired reached the 25th floor suite where Humphrey was preparing for his appearance at a hotel...
Dr. Schmidt commented on the problems that are inherent in what the governor said as he spoke about the things he accomplished in Minnesota, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg who claims Republicans are selling "darkness", Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx refusing to prosecute protesters ...
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/live-updates/democratic-national-convention-chicago-day-4-protests-liveblog/#post-update-d1e7e868 link copied 7:44 PM / August 22, 2024 Protesters march on Near West Side Protesters for the Palestinian cause began marching near the United Center T...
Israel’s war in Gaza, even as ceasefire talks continue, is now in its 10th month following Hamas’ October 7 attacks. The civilian death toll is staggering, and antiwar activists are infuriated. Protesters are expected by the tens of thousands in the streets outside the convention’s securit...