Chicago
Chicago man suspected of planning mass shooting against Hindus had white supremacist manifesto
Alexandros Paporakis, 19, of Palatine, was arrested on Sunday after an individual reported receiving concerning electronic communications from him, Palatine police said.
Chicago Jewish theater drops Naomi Ragen play, says actors feared repercussions of working with her
Immigration judge clears deportation of Milwaukee Muslim leader on security threat grounds
Chicago hall, playground defaced with antisemitic grafitti, ADL opposes Mamdani plan
Attacker convicted in 2024 antisemitic hate crime at DePaul sentenced to nearly two years in prison
The attack, which was premeditated, left one of the victims with a brain injury and his friend with a broken wrist that required surgery.
Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside Chicago's Israeli consulate to protest settler violence
Protesters chanted “Israel out of Palestine, long live the intifada,” "From the river to the sea, Palestine is almost free," and "Netanyahu, you will see, Palestine will be free."
How the Democratic Party in America lost its way on Israel, Jews - opinion
The Democratic Party’s changing stance on Jews and Israel has left many longtime supporters feeling uneasy.
‘True friends tell each other the truth’: Rahm Emanuel’s critique of Israel draws cheers - analysis
Whether Emanuel’s critique will land with the Israeli establishment or with the ruling coalition remains to be seen.
Jew vs Jew: New York, Israel, and the crisis of Jewish solidarity - opinion
As antisemitism rises, the widening rift among Jews over Israel raises urgent questions about Jewish unity.
'I am a grateful American': Gary Sinise hopes to bring his mission of service to Israel - interview
From Hollywood to humanitarian work, Gary Sinise shares his journey of service, sacrifice, and resilience.
Chicago rabbi gifts Pope Leo XIV a White Sox kippah during Vatican visit
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope and a native of Chicago’s South Side, repeatedly advocated after his selection last year for the release of the Israeli hostages.
Finally returning home: American family repatriates five ancient artifacts to Greece
Mendoni expressed her gratitude to the Gray family for their decision to return the artifacts, noting that it “highlights the decisive role of citizens in the protection of cultural heritage.”
Jewish School in Chicago secures new head, building for fall 2027 debut
A new Jewish high school in downtown Chicago has appointed its first head of school. Set to open in 2027, it will offer a unique blend of rigorous academics and Jewish pride.
Feds charge Chicago man with threatening to ‘shoot up a synagogue’ after Khamenei’s killing
Timothy Holmes, 31, posted other antisemitic comments in response to posts about Israel, including “the jew will be destroyed and discarded.”
