Columbus' massive Pride celebration takes place June 14. Meanwhile, No Kings rallies are planned across central Ohio, the Buckeye State and nation.

Local demonstrations in Cleveland, Akron, and other cities join nationwide movement against the $45 million Washington, D.C., parade backed by Trump.

CANTON − On Saturday afternoon, two causes converged on downtown as thousands of people turned out for the Stark Pride Festival on Centennial Plaza, and a No Kings Day of Resistance along Market Avenue N, in opposition to President Donald Trump.

Protesters held signs that read, “No kings since 1776,” “Bad Things Happen When Good People Do Nothing,” “Stop the Parade Fund Medicaid,” “When cruelty becomes normal compassion looks radical” and “Make Orwell Fiction Again.”

Ohio law protects your right to protest, but with restrictions. Here’s what to know about your rights, legal changes & staying safe during demonstrations.

Cartoonish grandstanding” is how the Today in Ohio podcast describes the latest antics of Sen. Bernie Moreno in his response to the serious protests occurring in Los Angeles over ICE raids. Moreno – who has no authority in the matter – suggests stripping Los Angeles of the 2028 Olympics and 2026 FIFA World Cup.

One person was taken into custody Sunday evening after a reported protest in Butler County. According to the Butler County Sheriff’s Office, approximately 500

The protest, which took place at Columbus City Hall, was to express support for immigrant communities and solidarity with protesters in Los Angeles.