2 more attacks on Jews heighten concerns about security in and around US synagogues

Philadelphia’s Network of Hate: Coalition of Extremists Targets Youth, Fuels Antisemitism

PHILADELPHIA (VINnews) — A new report by the Canary Mission reveals a coordinated effort by a coalition of extremist groups in Philadelphia to spread anti-Israel ideology and foster antisemitism through political alliances, academic institutions and K-12 education.   The report outlines how the Philly Palestine Coalition has spearheaded efforts to build alliances with political, interfaith […]

Does Boulder attack on Jews mark new front in ‘war on free speech’?

Some 80% of Americans agree at least slightly with the statement that “Words can be violence,” and a growing number believe that violence can be justified to silence ideas they find dangerous. What will that mean for freedom of speech?

Jewish communities step up security after wave of antisemitic attacks

Jewish communities are fearful after recent antisemitic attacks in Boulder and at the Capital Jewish Museum.

Rabbi: Local Jewish spirit only grows stronger

In the wake of yet another chilling act of anti-Jewish violence — this time in Colorado, where a man armed with incendiary devices attacked peaceful demonstrators advocating for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza — Jewish communities across the country are once again forced to confront the unrelenting tides of hatred and fear. Closer to home, Rabbi Chaim Zaklos and Chabad of Solano County are not retreating. They are standing taller. “When …

Attacks on Jews in U.S. heighten concerns about security in and around synagogues

For the leaders of U.S. Jewish institutions, the recent attacks in Boulder, Colorado, and Washington, D.C., are stark reminders of their responsibility to remain vigilant despite years of hardening their security measures and trying to keep their people safe.

Knoxville Jewish Alliance increasing security amid national rise in antisemitic incidents

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Knoxville Jewish Alliance is implementing additional security measures amid a national rise in antisemitic incidents. We have seen several attacks on the Jewish community in recent months. On Sunday, a man was accused of throwing Molotov cocktails during a pro-Israel demonstration. Two weeks ago, two Israeli embassy staffers were shot and killed leaving an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington DC. "In 202…