Chicago

New Chicago Board of Ed. President to remain despite calls for his resignation over antisemitism

This new scandal comes amid the furor that followed Mayor Johnson's refusal to state that the victim of a shooting earlier this week was Jewish.

Chicago mayor under fire days after antisemitic shooting

Chicago mayor faces backlash from Jewish leaders for failing to acknowledge antisemitic nature of synagogue shooting, while Senator Durbin explicitly condemns rising antisemitism.

By JULIE MANGURTEN WEINBERG
30/10/2024

Chicago Jewish man on way to synagogue shot by attacker shouting 'Allahu Akhbar'

The attacker was shot multiple times, and is now in being treated in a hospital in critical condition, Bruno added.

Chicago woman made aliyah in 1973 and became part of Israel's story

Judy Selig Grossman is a part of the story of Israel. Her connection to the Land of Israel and to the nation of Israel is constant. 

By ESTHER POSNER
15/09/2024

From Skokie to Chicago: Confronting enduring antisemitism

From Skokie to Chicago, the fight against Jew-hatred persists as the Jewish community faces new challenges.

Democratic Party tiptoes nimbly around Israel at DNC

The Democratic Party carefully navigated itself, avoiding major Israel-related controversies while sidestepping direct mentions of Israel in key speeches.

23/08/2024

Hersh Goldberg-Polin's childhood friend is raising awareness to bring him home

Jeremiah Smith talks about discovering his friend was being held by Hamas, and the steps he's taken to raise awareness to bring Hersch home.

By JULIE MANGURTEN WEINBERG
23/08/2024

Chicago Jews and Hindus unite in protest against violence in Bangladesh

Jewish and Hindu activists in Chicago joined forces to protest against Islamic extremism, terrorism, and violence in Bangladesh amongst pro-Palestinian protests nearby.

By JULIE MANGURTEN WEINBERG
22/08/2024

Schumer criticizes Trump at DNC for 'antisemitic stereotypes,' skips Israel

Schumer, as the highest-ranking Jewish member of Congress, said he never wants his grandkids to face discrimination because of who they are. 

Hostage Square Chicago delivers artistic and urgent message

Staged in an empty lot for a single day just one mile down the street from the DNC, the artistic display spotlighted the eight American hostages captured or killed by Hamas on October 7.

By JULIE MANGURTEN WEINBERG
21/08/2024
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