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Antisemitic Graffiti Found in Baltimore Sparks Community Outrage

TLNA — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 18:56:23 +0000

BALTIMORE — Baltimore Police are investigating a hate-bias incident in northwest Baltimore City after antisemitic graffiti was found spray-painted in front of homes of Jewish residents. The incident occurred on a street near Fords Lane, prompting community outrage and calls for action. Residents and advocates expressed shock and condemnation at the discovery, highlighting the targeted […]

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Boston Man Charged for Alleged Antisemitic Acts in Newton

TLNA — Sun, 26 May 2024 07:52:21 +0000

Red Sox Pitcher Garrett Whitlock’s Injury Update: Surgery Likely, Season Impact Alexei Rodriguez, a Teacher at Prospect Hill Charter School, Accused of Harassing Jewish Community A Boston man, identified as Alexei Rodriguez, 49, faced charges for allegedly harassing Jewish individuals and defacing property at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Boston in Newton. Rodriguez, an […]

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Chicago Council Controversy: Antisemitic Allegations Spark Public Debate

TLNA — Fri, 24 May 2024 18:35:48 +0000

Chicago Council Controversy: Antisemitic Allegations Spark Public Debate Accusations of antisemitism have ignited a fiery debate within the Chicago City Council, as Alderman Debra Silverstein (50th) publicly calls out her counterpart, Alderman Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez (33rd), for allegedly making inflammatory comments on social media. Alderman Silverstein raised concerns on Thursday, asserting that Alderman Rodriguez-Sanchez’s Facebook post […]

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Rothschild TLV, Upper East Side Kosher Restaurant, Vandalized in Suspected Antisemitic Attack

TLNA — Fri, 17 May 2024 17:53:10 +0000

NEW YORK CITY, NY – In a disturbing turn of events early Wednesday morning, Rothschild TLV, a renowned kosher restaurant nestled in the Upper East Side of New York City, fell victim to an act of vandalism. The assailant, donning a mask, targeted the establishment around 2:10 a.m., causing approximately $500 worth of damage, as […]

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Man Agrees to Plead Guilty in Hate Crime Shooting

TLNA — Wed, 15 May 2024 22:26:36 +0000

Jaime Tran, a 29-year-old man, has agreed to plead guilty to federal hate crimes and firearms offenses for the shooting of two Jewish men outside a synagogue in the Pico-Robertson district in 2022. The incident, which occurred less than 24 hours apart, shocked the local community and raised concerns about antisemitism. Tran’s plea agreement includes […]

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Texas Senate’s Higher Education Committee to Discuss Free Speech Policies and DEI Ban

TLNA — Mon, 13 May 2024 04:19:09 +0000

AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas Senate’s Higher Education committee is set to delve into critical topics concerning free speech policies at public universities and the implementation of a ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in an upcoming hearing on Tuesday. Context and Significance The hearing follows a wave of university demonstrations across Texas, […]

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House Bill Proposes Anti-Israel Protesters to Serve in Gaza

TLNA — Thu, 09 May 2024 22:34:54 +0000

A new House bill introduced by Representatives Andy Ogles of Tennessee and Randy Weber of Texas aims to address anti-Israel protests on college campuses by mandating convicted individuals to serve in Gaza for community service. Dubbed the Antisemitism Community Service Act, the bill requires those found guilty of unlawful activity since October 7, 2023, to […]

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Ohio Governor’s Holocaust Commemoration Honors Survivors and Heroes

TLNA — Thu, 09 May 2024 20:29:09 +0000

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The solemn remembrance of the Holocaust’s atrocities and the celebration of heroic acts took center stage at the 44th annual Ohio Governor’s Holocaust Commemoration in Columbus. The event, held at the statehouse, drew over 100 attendees, including notable figures like President Joe Biden and Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. Biden Condemns Antisemitism, Draws […]

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Berkeley Superintendent Testifies on Antisemitism

TLNA — Thu, 09 May 2024 07:05:08 +0000

Berkeley’s superintendent of schools, Enikia Ford Morthel, testified before a Congressional hearing on antisemitism, sparking a rally in support. Context: Accusations and Congressional Hearing The rally ensued after accusations surfaced against Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD) regarding its handling of cases involving bullying and harassment of Jewish students following the Hamas attack on Israel. Ford […]

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Jewish Students Speak Out Against Antisemitism at UT Dallas Campus

TLNA — Thu, 09 May 2024 05:29:09 +0000

Two Jewish students at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) have spoken out about their experiences with antisemitism on campus, amidst recent tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Ofer Turjeman and Jade Steinberg, both students at UT Dallas, called for a press conference to address what they described as a hostile environment for Jewish […]

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Congress Turns to K-12 Schools Amid Rising Antisemitic Incidents

TLNA — Thu, 09 May 2024 01:41:55 +0000

WASHINGTON (TLNA) — Concerned by a surge in antisemitic incidents and protests in colleges, members of Congress have shifted their focus to K-12 schools, where they believe the roots of antisemitism may lie. The move comes amidst a backdrop of escalating tensions and allegations of hate speech and harassment in educational institutions across the nation. […]

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TLNA — Thu, 09 May 2024 01:23:53 +0000

Congressional Hearing Addresses Antisemitism in K-12 Schools WASHINGTON, D.C. — In response to nationwide college protests and a surge in reported antisemitic incidents, members of Congress shifted their focus to K-12 education, aiming to tackle what some believe is the root of the issue. House Republicans led a rigorous interrogation of school leaders from major […]

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