GALLERY: DeKalb’s largest turnout for ‘No Kings’ marches to Hopkins Park

Protestors gather on Saturday on Sycamore Road across from Clinton Rosette Middle School, 650 N. 1st St. The “No Kings” protest occurred from noon to 2 p.m. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star)

By Roshay Grant, Photojournalist

Mar 31, 2026

Protesters march during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday down Sycamore Road. Protesters called for no more silence about the Trump administration. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Protestors march during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday down Sycamore Road as cars honk while driving by. The march started at Clinton Rosette Middle School, 650 N. 1st St., and ended at Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Protestors march during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday across the intersection of Sycamore Road and East Dresser Road and conclude their march at Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road. DeKalb Police blocked off the road for protestors to proceed safely. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Protestors participate in the “No Kings” protest on Saturday at Hopkins park, 1403 Sycamore Road. The protest had many booths at the park. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

A protestor marches during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday down Sycamore Road holding an upside down American flag. An upside down American flag is known as a signal for dire distress, showing how dissatisfied the protestors are with the government. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Protestors march during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday down Sycamore Road holding signs that say “HONK IF YOU WANT TRUMP LOCKED UP,” “THE REAL CRIMINALS ARE IN THE HOUSE” and “WE ARE NOT CRIMINALS WE ARE HUMAN” as cars honk engaging with the protesters. These signs comment on President Donald Trump’s felony convictions and call for justice to be made. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Anna Wilhelmi, a DeKalb County attorney, walks while chanting with the lane of protesters during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday on Sycamore Road. Wilhelmi helped lead others in voicing opposition and calling for justice as the group moved down the street. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

A group of demonstrators protest during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday in front of Evolve Fitness, 1690 Sycamore Road. One protester had a large “NO KINGS IN AMERICA” sign with the American flag. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

A poster created by DeKalb resident Meryl Domina rests in front of the 350Kishwaukee table during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday at Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road . The sign states “THE WEALTHY ARE ONLY RICH B/C OF US – THEIR EMPLOYEES & CUSTOMERS SO TAX THE RICH,” commenting on the economic disparities in the U.S. and calls for the rich to pay more in taxes. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Bread and Roses Chorus, a progressive women’s chorus, performs during the “No Kings” Protest at 12:45 p.m. Saturday at Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road. The group performed at the last “No Kings” protest and strives for social justice as an organization. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Protesters march down the sidewalk during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday on Sycamore Road holding signs. Protesters called out how President Donald Trump and Congress are stripping away rights from citizens. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Local residents perform songs during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday at Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road. The performers also showcased a sign that states “AMERICA FROWNS ON CROWNS” which was created for the march. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

Two signs rest by a tree during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday at Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road. “JD VANCE GIVES SNAKES A BAD NAME” sign conveys strong criticism of his character and actions, alongside the message “STAND WITH SURVIVORS ALWAYS” from Safe Passage. (Roshay Grant | Northern Star) (Roshay Grant)

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Roshay Grant, Photojournalist