The event was scheduled to take place simultaneously with Trump’s military parade in Washington, D.C., say organizers.

Let that be our message versus damage to property and some behavior that doesn't make Tucsonans proud," said Tucson Police Chief Chad Kasmar.

A peaceful protest against mass deportations became violent with three people taken into custody on Tucson's south side.

A major drug bust in Tucson Wednesday night attracted several protesters, with many confusing it with an immigration action. Federal agents and the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it was part of a law enforcement action in a neighborhood near Midvale and Irvington.

Hundreds came out to protest at Reid Park while President Trump had a military parade to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Army.

Tucson police said the demonstration began peacefully, but several people engaged in vandalism and the assault of private security personnel.

As some in the country celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary parade and President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, protests are also planned. Protests will target recent immigration enforcement actions and military deployments,

More than 250 protesters gathered in downtown Tucson Tuesday afternoon in a show of solidarity with thousands who have taken to the streets in Los Angeles, and nationwide, part of