A massive show of protest swept through Northeast Ohio on Saturday, as thousands gathered for more than a dozen “No Kings” rallies, part of a nationwide day of defiance against authoritarianism and the policies of President Donald Trump.

While the First Amendment protects your right to protest, here's what you're not allowed to do while demonstrating in Ohio.

ZANESVILLE, OH- Across the country, and right here in Zanesville, people gathered today as part of a nationwide protest called “No Kings.” Hundreds stood outside the Muskingum County Courthouse, joining more than 2,

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

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