New York is set to expand the definition of hate crimes. What does that mean for Jewish communities? New hate crimes legislation is part of an agreement Gov. Hochul reached with legislative leaders in negotiations over the state budget. By Luke Tress April 18, 2024 4:54 pm
Volodymyr Zelensky visits Kyiv Jewish school for model Passover seder “Many in Ukraine and Israel will celebrate Passover, the holiday of freedom, in shelters,” Zelensky said. April 18, 2024 2:59 pm
‘We are in dire need’: Israeli soldiers rely on donated gear as IDF denies shortages exists Since Oct. 7, fundraising appeals for Israeli soldiers have brought in more than $1 billion. April 18, 2024 12:01 pm
Survey taken 5 months into the Gaza war finds most American Jews felt close to Israel, but not its government By Ron Kampeas April 18, 2024 6:00 am
Divided Senate ends impeachment of Mayorkas, Jewish homeland security chief By Ron Kampeas April 17, 2024 11:47 pm
New stand-up shows aim to revive the Borscht Belt’s Jewish comedy legacy By Luke Tress April 17, 2024 6:12 pm
Ideas The death of Brooklyn Dodger great Carl Erskine closes a chapter in Jewish history By Andrew Silow-Carroll April 17, 2024 5:32 pm
FBI investigations of anti-Jewish hate crimes tripled after Oct. 7, director says By Ron Kampeas April 17, 2024 5:20 pm
Columbia’s president, at House hearing, says university could do more to fight antisemitism By Andrew Lapin April 17, 2024 5:13 pm
Rachel Goldberg-Polin, Alex Edelman among Jews on Time’s 2024 ‘Most Influential’ list By Jackie Hajdenberg April 17, 2024 5:08 pm