new york city

NYU settles antisemitism lawsuit, court spokeswoman says

Students accused the school of violating federal civil rights law by enforcing its anti-discrimination policies unevenly, including by allowing chants such as "gas the Jews" and "Hitler was right."

By REUTERS
08/07/2024

NYPD reports 45 antisemitic incidents last month, 57% of all hate crimes in the city

Several post-Oct. 7 incidents are being pursued by prosecutors, including one in which a suspect allegedly punched a Jewish Israeli near Times Square while shouting antisemitic epithets.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
05/07/2024

Hezbollah, Hamas terror banners flown openly at NYC pro-Palestinian protest

WOL leader Nerdeen Kiswani was flanked by a banner of Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades spokesperson Abu Obaida. At least three Hezbollah flags, four Hamas flags, and one Lions' Den flags were present.

New NYC anti-Israel coalition promises 'summer of resistance'

The New York City Resistance Coalition announced its formation on Thursday, reportedly answering a Juneteenth call by Atlanta "black revolutionaries" to launch a "summer of resistance."

Charges dropped against anti-Israel Columbia activists

Charges were dropped against 30 students, and 13 more were offered an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal.

Anti-Israel activists protest AOC, Bowman primary rally

The activists accused Biden of supporting a supposed genocide in Gaza, and said that Ocasio-Cortez, Bowman, and Sanders had tied themselves to that alleged crime.

Patis, New York City's largest and buzziest kosher bakery chain, files for bankruptcy

The kosher Patis Bakery chain in New York City filed for bankruptcy after rapid expansion, leaving 21,000 unredeemed gift cards and uncertain future.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
22/06/2024
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