Noah Markunas
A masked protester raises their fist among the crowd.
Noah Markunas
Paul Kotheimer, a local musician, shouts out to the crowd, leading them into a chant.
Noah Markunas
A protester waves their flag while holding a “No Kings in America” sign
Alyssa Shih
An attendee of the protest sits and listens to speeches. Community members of all ages attended the event.
Alyssa Shih
A crossed out king from a deck of cards sits tucked in an elderly protester's hat.
Emily Nnodi
Protestors cheer outside the Champaign County Courthouse at the beginning of the No Kings protest.
Noah Markunas
Illinois student body president, Gabi DalSanto, speaks out to the audience of protesters.
Adam Edwards
Following the initial speeches in front of the courthouse, protesters march through Downtown Urbana and down North Vine Street.
Adam Edwards
Protesters hold the American flag upside down, known as a symbol of distress.
Alyssa Shih
Attendees display flags, signs and cheers along the road as cars drive past and honk in support.
Adam Edwards
Protesters hold a banner reading “DEATH TO FASCISM“ as they march through the intersection of East University Avenue, North Vine Street and North Cunningham Avenue, otherwise known as Five Points in Downtown Urbana.
Adam Edwards
Protesters brought a wide variety of signs, flags and outfits to the protest.
Emily Nnodi
Protestors show up with creative and striking signs for the march.
Emily Nnodi
A protester stands above the crowd and holds up a sign reading “PERSIST & RESIST DO NOT COMPLY IN ADVANCE“
Alyssa Shih
A couple holds hands as they walk down North Vine Street during the protest. The day was full of loud chanting but also reserved conversations amongst attendees.
