Chicago

Hostage Square Chicago delivers artistic and urgent message

Staged in an empty lot for a single day just one mile down the street from the DNC, the artistic display spotlighted the eight American hostages captured or killed by Hamas on October 7.

By JULIE MANGURTEN WEINBERG
21/08/2024

Biden faces DNC speech backlash, Kamala Harris accepts Democratic nomination

Harris-Walz platform on Israel explained • Uncommitted delegates tell Harris to make changes on Israel stance • Anti-Israel protests outside of DNC venue

Eyes of the Jewish world on Harris and Walz as DNC unfolds

As the DNC begins, Harris and Walz must affirm their commitment to Israel while addressing the growing divide within the party over the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Reevaluating civic engagement: The IAC’s stand at the DNC amid rising antisemitism

Facing a surge in antisemitism, the IAC is amplifying its efforts at the DNC to ensure Jewish voices are heard and protected.

By AYA SHECHTER
19/08/2024
The book 'Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow' written by Jewish author Gabrielle Zevin.

Chicago bookstore removes novel from book club poll due to 'Zionist' author, sparking controversy

Chicago bookstore City Lit Books removed a novel from its book club poll due to concerns over the author’s Zionist views, sparking controversy.

Chicago passes ordinance against antisemitic and hateful flyers

Chicago's ordinance on unlawful threatening objects was amended to prohibit leaving hateful or threatening material intended or likely to intimidate, emotionally abuse, threaten, or slander a person.

Anti-Zionist group Neturei Karta protest against Israel, in Jerusalem

Chicago rabbi’s encounter with anti-Zionist leaflet inspired him to make new podcast on Zionism

Rabbi David Minkus of Chicago's Congregation Rodfei Zedek reflects on handling anti-Zionist views in his community through a podcast, promoting dialogue and inclusivity.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
29/06/2024

Chicago's Buckingham Fountain vandalized by anti-Israel activists

Palestine Action US shared photographs of the incident on Sunday, in which the phrases "Gaza is bleeding" and "Stop the genocide" could be seen around the fountain.

Chicago truck driver raises awareness for childhood friend held hostage in Gaza

Jeremiah Smith, a childhood friend of Gaza hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, is raising awareness for the plight of his friend held captive by Hamas.

By KATE ARMANINI/CHICAGO TRIBUNE/TNS
05/06/2024

Keep the change you filthy animal: 'Home Alone' house hits market for $5.25m.

The infamous Home Alone house at 671 Lincoln Ave. in Winnetka, Illinois, a nostalgic piece of classic Christmas history, has hit the market for the first time in more than a decade.

By JESSICA JONES-GORMAN/LA TIMES/TNS
02/06/2024
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