The 13 Most Powerful Photos From Trayvon Martin Protests Around The Country
In Los Angeles, a demonstrator blocked a commuter train during protests over the Zimmerman verdict.
In Miami, protestors of all ages gathered downtown at the Torch of Friendship, a monument dedicated to John F. Kennedy.
Protests in New York began on Sunday with a planned afternoon rally in Union Square. Many held signs with the words "We Are All Trayvon Martin."
Protests in New York soon moved to Times Square. The march caused traffic stoppage as protesters demanded federal civil rights charges against Zimmerman.
Protesters gathered in front of an electric American flag in Times Square to express their dissatisfaction with the Florida court's not guilty ruling.
Protesters climbed on top of cars and shouted "no justice, no peace," to protest the verdict. News outlets estimate that between 1,000 and 2,000 people attended the rallies in New York.
Between 200 and 400 people turned out in San Francisco, with many carrying signs that read, "The People Say Guilty."
In Sanford, Fla., the town in which Zimmerman fatally shot Martin in 2012, dancers performed a tribute to Martin at Allen Chapel AME church.
Protestors filled the streets in Newark, N.J.
About 150 people marched through downtown Chicago, passing city landmarks like Millenium Park and eventually gathering in Daley Plaza.
Los Angeles protesters ran afoul of LAPD officers after blocking traffic on the southbound Interstate 10 Freeway. At least one person was arrested after allegedly throwing rocks and bottles at police officers.
Demonstrators in New York had trouble with the law as well. Crowds of protestors caused significant traffic gridlock, and about a dozen were arrested for blocking traffic.
Despite police presence, protesters linked arms and marched through the streets on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.
Many Americans are clearly unsatisfied with the verdict. Now read what President Obama has to say.
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