New York

New York is a state within the United States and is one of the original 13 colonies that formed the country following the American Revolution. Nicknamed "The Empire State," New York is the 27th largest state by area and the fourth largest by population. It is also the third most economically prosperous state by GDP, behind only California and Texas. Its capital city is Albany and its largest city is New York City, which is also the largest city in the US. 

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UJA-Federation of New York's midtown office building evacuated

The condition of the non-load-bearing wall, which is cracked and collapsing, prompted the building's water to be shut off.

By LISA KEYS/JTA
09/04/2025
 Pictures of Gaza hostages are posted next to the entrance of a business at Grand Central Station

Pro-Palestinian protesters shut down Grand Central Station in NYC

The protests in Grand Central Station come after Trump told reporters that the US "controlling and owning" the Gaza Strip would be a positive development.

  Omer Neutra's family attend a dedication ceremony for a NY street named in his honor, April 6, 202

NY street renamed after hostage Omer Neutra who fell in combat on Oct. 7

The dedication was joined by calls for action to bring 59 hostages home, urging President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu to act swiftly in their upcoming meeting.

Over 60% of hate crimes in New York City targeted Jews, NYPD reports

Out of 123 reported hate incidents during the last three months, 74 were directed at Jews.

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Dyke March Committee bans Zionists from attending march

The Dyke March Committee stated that it intends to dedicate its fundraising efforts to victims of genocide and fight for people’s humanity around the world.

  Andrew Cuomo (L) and Brad Lander (R).

Brad Lander just cursed Andrew Cuomo in Yiddish

NYC Comptroller Brad Lander clapped back at Andrew Cuomo with a Yiddish curse after being accused of anti-Israel actions during a synagogue speech.

By GRACE GILSON/JTA
03/04/2025

‘Stop super speeders’ bill gains new momentum after Brooklyn car crash kills Jewish mom, two kids

If implemented, the bill would require the installation of speed limiters — which cap how fast a car can drive — for drivers who accumulate more than 11 points on their license over a 23-month period

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
02/04/2025

NY attorney-general orders car wash to stop ripping off Jews with antisemitic ‘Passover special’

Jewish customers were reportedly billed $169.99 for a ‘Passover special’ service that was priced at $47 for non-Jewish customers.

By GRACE GILSON/JTA
02/04/2025

US prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione, Bondi says

The US attorney-general said that the United Healthcare killer carried out "a premeditated, cold-blooded assassination."

By REUTERS
01/04/2025

Mother, two daughters killed by driver with suspended license in Brooklyn's Jewish area

"This was a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions," said Mayor Adams.

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