Ohio

Ohio police arrest man for allegedly running Jewish Congressman off the road, antisemitic slurs

Feras Hamdan, 36, of Ohio, was charged with aggravated menacing and ethnic intimidation.

U.S. Republican congressional candidate Max Miller speaks during an event hosted by Trump, at the county fairgrounds in Delaware, Ohio, U.S., April 23, 2022.
 Most people overrate their moral resistance, says Ohio State study.

Most people overrate their moral resistance, says Ohio State study

 Cleveland Heights Mayor Kahlil Seren

Cleveland Heights council advances loss of confidence resolution over mayor’s alleged antisemitism

 CUSTOMERS REVIEW the shelves at a Jerusalem bookstore.

Man burns books on Jewish history, including Anne Frank’s diary, in Jewish suburb of Cleveland


Ohio Applebee’s defaced with antisemitic graffiti reading ‘Jews work here’

“Guest and team member safety will always be our top priority and there is no place for antisemitic – or any form of – hate speech in our neighborhoods," said the interim president of Applebee’s.

 An Applebee’s in Miamisburg, Ohio was closed Saturday after employees discovered the building had been defaced with antisemitic graffiti.

Judaism has long benefited from non-Jewish support - opinion

Jewish institutions flourish when they remain engaged with the broader world. By reclaiming these forgotten histories, we do more than celebrate the past – we set a foundation for the future.

 CONGREGATION MIKVEH ISRAEL of Philadelphia, founded in the 1740s by Spanish and Portuguese Jews, is known as the ‘Synagogue of the American Revolution.’ In 1788, when it solicited funds to pay off its debts, its supporters included Benjamin Franklin and other prominent non-Jews.

Cincinnati rabbi disinvited from rally against Nazis over his support for Israel

When Rabbi Ari Jun learned that faith leaders were invited to speak at a rally in Cincinnati against neo-Nazis and white supremacy, he quickly responded that he would be there.

 Cincinnati skyline from Devou Park.

Nazi group marches in Cincinnati, hangs swastika flag above overpass

Local police reportedly said that "even though the demonstration was carried out without a permit, it was legal." 

 Group of Nazi demonstrators are seen carrying flags with swastikas above an overpass in Ohio.

Ohio State University study reveals surge in 'Murder' verbs in movies since 1970

The study found a sustained increase in the usage of murder verbs such as "kill" and "murder" across all film genres, with a particularly notable rise in crime films.

 Reservoir Dogs film cast. Ohio State University study reveals surge in 'Murder' verbs in movies since 1970.

Hanukkah warriors and Chabad's battle for Jewish pride - opinion

In my 30-plus years of facilitating public Hanukkah menorah lightings in Columbus, Ohio, I have seen their impact on people from all backgrounds and levels of religious observance.

 Rabbi Areyah Kaltmann, dressed as Judah the Maccabee, lights the Chanukah Menorah at Columbus, Ohio's 2024 public menorah lighting.

White House, Ohio governor condemn neo-Nazi rally in downtown Columbus

Around a dozen masked individuals carrying Nazi flags marched in downtown Columbus on Saturday, drawing swift condemnation from the White House and Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.

 A group of neo-Nazis marched through downtown Columbus, Ohio, waving swastika flags and displaying antisemitic language, Nov. 16, 2024.

Masked men with Nazi symbols march through Ohio, footage shows

The group can be heard chanting racial slurs as they march.

 A group of masked individuals brandishing Nazi symbols walking through Ohio.

Discovering disappearing small-town Jewish communities in the US shows America's best - opinion

Small-town synagogues often function not just as religious institutions but as unique centers for education and community engagement.

 The Junior Congregation of B'nai Israel of Auburn, New York in a photo from the "Golden Jubilee Journal" created by members to mark the synagogue's 50th anniversary in May 1953.

I’m Haitian and Jewish, I refuse to have my identities be weaponized

I bring a unique perspective to this issue as the child of both Haitian and Jewish parents who worked tirelessly for community safety and democracy here in the United States.

 A mural is displayed in an alley in downtown Springfield, Ohio, Sept. 16, 2024.

Springfield, Ohio, rabbi will meet with local Haitian leaders after disparaging community

Rabbi Cary Kozberg of Springfield, Ohio, apologized for disparaging remarks about the Haitian migrant community, pledging to engage with local leaders.

 Rabbi Cary Kozberg.