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Watch: May Day rallies in support of workers' rights held across major US cities

May Day events across major US cities included large rallies in several cities and a Los Angeles march. The day also featured security incidents, a presidential incident, and a range of other national and local developments.

Why It Matters

The rallies highlight labor rights and union activity in the US, while accompanying events touch on national security, international visits, weather-related impacts, and notable public figures.

Timeline

21 Events

NASA crew holds first press conference since splashdown of 10-day trip

May 1, 2026

The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day trip.

NASA naming of Carroll crater observed by Reid Wiseman’s daughters

May 1, 2026

Reid Wiseman’s two daughters were in NASA’s mission control room for the naming of the Carroll crater in honour of the commander’s late wife.

Purse-snatching suspect charged with larceny and providing false information

May 1, 2026

The suspect was accused of purse-snatching and has been charged with larceny and providing false information.

Former US president and NYC mayor meet at Bronx child care centre

May 1, 2026

The former US president and New York City mayor meet for the first time at a child care centre in the Bronx.

Midwestern winds cause damage across the region

May 1, 2026

A series of strong winds has torn through the midwestern US, ripping roofs off homes and leaving roads obstructed.

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney comments on US trade policy impact

May 1, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney said that due to Washington changing its trade policies, Canada's economic ties to the US that were once a strength are now a 'weakness'.

Skydiver crashes into Virginia Tech scoreboard; rescue confirms no injuries

May 1, 2026

A skydiver crashed into the massive scoreboard at Virginia Tech University's stadium, dangling from a parachute before first responders carried out a rescue without injury.

Delaware Marathon concludes with sprint finish by trailing runner

May 1, 2026

The dramatic end to the Delaware Marathon occurred when the lead runner slowed in celebration before a trailing marathoner sprinted toward the finish line.

Temecula residents wake to balloon containing people behind home

May 1, 2026

A couple in Temecula woke up to find a balloon boarded with 13 people behind their home on Saturday.

Surveillance video details suspect exchange and departure

May 1, 2026

Surveillance video shows the suspect starting the exchange with How are you doing? and saying thank you, as he leaves.

Albany, NY black bear tranquilised after tree climb

May 1, 2026

A black bear in Albany, New York, climbed a tree in a residential neighbourhood and was tranquillised before falling into a net held by wildlife and law enforcement officials.

Officials say blocks promoting singer's album are being melted for safety

May 1, 2026

Officials say the frozen blocks are being melted due to 'dangerous and unsafe activities' after they were set up to promote the singer's album.

Flooding from rainfall and melting ice near Black Lake

May 1, 2026

Constant spring rainfall and melting ice have flooded the state's Black Lake and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Tornado damages Enid; ten injured

May 1, 2026

Ten people were injured and dozens of homes damaged as the twister hit the city of Enid.

Royals will not meet Epstein survivors during state visit

May 1, 2026

A Buckingham Palace source confirmed the Royals will not meet with survivors of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during their state visit to the US.

Royal meeting during four-day state visit to the US

May 1, 2026

King Charles and Queen Camilla will meet with President Donald Trump during a four-day state visit.

US president at venue when loud bangs occurred, escorted to safety

May 1, 2026

The US president was midway through a conversation before loud bangs rang out at the venue and he was quickly escorted to safety.

Police say a man charged security outside a dining room with multiple weapons

May 1, 2026

Police say a man charged security outside of the dining room and was armed with multiple weapons.

New York City rally with Mayor Zohran Mamdani

May 1, 2026

In New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani praised unions and called for stronger protections for working people at a rally in Washington Square Park.

Los Angeles May Day march by the LA May Day Coalition

May 1, 2026

More than a thousand protesters in the Los Angeles May Day Coalition marched through the streets of the city's downtown in support of workers' rights.

May Day rallies in Seattle, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Chicago and Washington, DC

May 1, 2026

May Day events took place across the United States in major cities like Seattle, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Chicago and Washington, DC, in support of workers' rights.