Chicago’s Ukrainian Community took to the streets today, demonstrating against Russian President Vladimir Putin's almost five-year long attempt to subjugate the Ukrainian people. Here are my thoughts about and images from today’s demonstration.
All in Chicago
Ukrainians In the Streets
Chicago’s Ukrainian Community took to the streets today, demonstrating against President Donald J. Trump’s deal with Russia for diesel fuel. Here are my thoughts about and images from today’s demonstration and march.
Demonstrations Galore
Members of Chicago’s Pakistani and Indian Communities took to the streets today for separate demonstrations. Here are my thoughts about and images from each demonstration.
The Palestinians Return
Members of Chicago’s Palestinian Community took to Michigan Avenue on Saturday, October 10, 2026 to mark the third anniversary of the war between Israel and Hamas. Here are my thoughts about and images from the Palestinian rally and march.
Putin's Pink Temptation
Members of Chicago’s Ukrainian Community once again took to the streets, showing their support for their relatives and friends back in their homeland. Here are my thoughts about and images from what was a short demonstration of continuing support.
India to Israel
On October, 3, 2026, four demonstrators gathered outside the Chicago officers of the Indian Consulate General to highlight continuing arm sales from India to Israel. Here are my thoughts about and images from the demonstration.
Objecting to AI Music
On October 1, 2026, a group of musicians and composers gathered in Chicago’s Federal Plaza to demonstrate against A.I. generated music. Here are my thoughts about and images from the demonstration.
Oleshky
Sixty-six (66) members of Chicago’s Ukrainian Community staged a protest on behalf of the people of Oleshky in front of the Wrigley Building on Sunday afternoon, September 27, 2026. Here are my thoughts about and images from the demonstration.
Chicago Jazzfest-Day 4
The 2026 Chicago Jazz Festival continued its four-day run on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The fourth day’s highlight was Isaiah Collier playing Coltrane. Collier paid tribute to one of his musical idols. Here are my thoughts about and images from Day 4 of the festival.
Chicago Jazzfest-Day 2
The 2026 Chicago Jazz Festival continued its four day run on Friday, September 4, 2026. The second day’s highlight was Dr. Emma Dayhuff’s Innovations & Lineage, a program that featured some of Chicago’s top jazz musicians. Here are my thoughts about and images from Day 2 of the festival.
Chicago Jazzfest-Day 1
The 2026 Chicago Jazz Festival kicked off its annual run on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The day’s highlight was the closing performance, a duet between vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater and pianist Bill Charlap. Here are my thoughts about and images from Day 1 of the festival.
Ukrainian Unity March
On Sunday, August 23, 2026, Chicago’s Ukrainian Community commemorated Ukrainian Independence Day with a parade through Ukrainian Village. Here are my thoughts about and images from day’s festivities.
Remembering ICE's Victims
Somewhere around 150 people gathered in Grant Park at 11:00 AM today for a rally calling for the abolition of the U.S. Immigration Control and Enforcement. They then marched north on Michigan Avenue to Trump Tower. Here are my thoughts about and images from the rally and march.
Broken During Demonstration
Members of Chicago’s Pakistani Community took to the streets on Saturday, July 11, 2026 to make their views known on Kashmir and Ahmed Khan Niazi. Here are my thoughts about and images from the demonstration.
July 4th Americana
Glenview held its. annual Fourth of July Parade, with bands, brigages, and floats rolling down Harlem Avenue. Here are my thoughts about and images from the festivities.
Albanians Reject Ivanka
Today, Sunday June 14, 2026, members of Chicago’s Albanian community held a rally at Millennium Park, to protest Jared Kushner’s development plans for Sazan Island off the cost of Albania. Here are my thoughts about and images from the demonstration and subsequent march.
Chicago Bluesfest--Day Whee
Today, June 7, 2026, saw the Chicago Blues Festival charge into Day 3 of its annual run. The day included performances by Melody Angel, Chris Cain, Katherine Davis, Deitra Farr, Sue Foley, Lee Kanehira, Lynne Jordan, Mary Lane, Taj Mahal, and Nora Jean Wallace. Here are my thoughts about and images from the day.
Chicago Bluesfest--Day 2
Today, June 6, 2026, saw the Chicago Blues Festival charge into Day 2 of its annual run. The day included performances by Billy Branch and the Sons of the Blues, Ronnie Baker Brooks, Nick Moss, Ruthie Foster, Shakura S’Aida, Dylan Triplett, and Dexter Allen. Here are my thoughts about and images from the day.
Chicago Bluesfest--Day 1
Today, June 5, 2026, saw the annual Chicago Blues Festival kickoff. The day included Charlie Musselwhite and Elvin Bishop performing as a duo, as well as guitar slingers Ronnie Baker Brooks, Torozon Cannon, Tinsley Ellis, Lil’ Ed and Nick Moss challenging each other in the battle of the axes. Here are my thoughts about and images from the day.
Anti-War on Memorial Day
Veterans held a Memorial Day demonstration at Chicago’s Vietnam War Memorial along the Riverwalk. Here are my thoughts about and images from the demonstration.