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 tagged Chicago Police Department
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.
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.
Chicken Tenders
A dozen or so PETA demonstrators stood outside Chicago’s Navy Pier on Saturday, October 10, 2026, calling out cruelty to chickens. Inside a group was holding Tender Fest, a festival celebrating the consumption of chicken tenders. Here are my thoughts about and images from the demonstration.
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.
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.
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.
Raising the Ukrainian Flag
On August 21, 2026, members of Chicago’s Ukrainian community gathered in Daley Plaza to celebrate Ukraine by raising its flag high above the plaza. Here are my thoughts about and images from ceremony.
The Palestinians Are Back
Members of Chicago’s Palestinian Community took to the streets on August 3, 2026 to protest the israel war against the Palestinians living in Gaza and the West Bank. Here are my thoughts about and images from the demonstration.
The Arrest
On July 28, 2026, a group opposing the War in Iran demonstrated outside the Trump International Hotel and Tower. Veteran Chicago activist Andy Thayer was arrested when he refused police orders to move. Here are my thoughts about and images from the event.
Gay Pride 2026
On Sunday, May 28, 2026, Chicago’s LGQBT community held its annual Gay Pride Parade in Lakeview. Here are my thoughts about and images from the parada.
Juneteenth
On Saturday, June 20, 2026, some 70 people gathered in Chicago’s Federal Plaza to commemorate Juneteenth. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was the most prominent speaker. Here are my thoughts about and images from the commemoration.
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.
Snelling Speaks
Five or six people held a protest outside of Maggiano’s in River North while Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling delivered a lunchtime address. Here are my thoughts about and images from the protest.
Flag Raising
Chicago’s Palestinian Community gathered in Daley Plaza today for the community’s annual flag raising ceremony. Here are my thoughts about and images from the joyous event.
Chicago Flips Red
Mayoral candidate Danielle Carter-Walters spoke during a Chicago Flips Red rally in Daley Plaza on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Here are my thoughts about and images from the rally.
May Day
Today is International Workers’ Day, a day set aside each year to celebrate labor. In Chicago, over two dozen organizations gathered together in Union Park for a march through the streets of Chicago to Daley Plaza. Here are my thoughts about and images from the march.
The 'Me TV' Rally
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, Indivisible Chicago staged the third No Kings rally in Chicago’s Grant Park. Here are my thoughts about and images from the rally and the march that followed.
Diluted
Sunday, March 8, 2026, was International Women’s Day. In Chicago, several hundred people rallied in Daley Plaza to mark the day. They then marched to Trump Tower. Here are my thoughts about and images from the rally and demonstration.