California

Laws combating California campus antisemitism receive wide support, despite JVP criticism

The new legislation, which if not vetoed will take effect from January 1, would see college students taught how to have civil discourse and punish cases of intimidation and harassment.

Gov. Newsom signs bill helping residents recover art stolen by Nazis

“For Holocaust survivors and their families, the fight to reclaim art and other personal items stolen by the Nazis continues to reopen traumatic wounds,” Newsom said.

Lieu: Hamas is a homicidal, genocidal terrorist organization that Israel must dismantle

California Congressman Ted Lieu endorsed Israel’s defense against Hamas, labeling it a “terrorist organization” and stressing continued US support for Israel.

Lawsuit: Santa Ana schools hid ethnic studies creation from Jewish residents

Jewish groups allege the Santa Ana Unified School District hid the development of ethnic studies courses, accusing the district of antisemitic bias and violating public access laws.

Mezuzah stripped from door in LA synagogue's 3rd defacement in recent months

Kahal Ahavas Yisroel was vandalized in August, July, and May, with the most recent incident seeing defacement of a container of religious text traditionally fastened on door frames.

American-Israeli wrestler Amit Elor eyes Olympic gold, representing two nations

Amit Elor, born to Israeli parents in California, aims for gold in Women's Freestyle Wrestling at the Paris Olympics, representing both the US and Israel.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
05/08/2024
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