Brooklyn
Unnecessary and cruel: Using chickens for kapparot on Yom Kippur violates Jewish values – opinion
The practice has invited widespread scrutiny, even from sages, over the inhuman treatment of livestock. Trigger warning: Some readers might find the disclosed descriptions disturbing
Teen slashed in Brooklyn synagogue by 'emotionally disturbed' fellow congregant, NYPD says
New York must heed the warning signs before we ask, 'How did this happen?' - opinion
At least eight shot, including four children, during New York Fourth of July celebrations
Brooklyn chef to host dinner supporting fight against deadly childhood cancer
According to KidsHeath, nearly all cases of this form of cancer occur in children below the age of five.
NYC mayor announces curriculum for public schools on hate crimes and their impact
The curriculum titled 'Teaching About Hate Crimes and their Impacts' includes five lessons on diversity, critical thinking, and civic engagement, the release said.
The death of Brooklyn Dodger great Carl Erskine closes a chapter in Jewish history
The Dodgers ruled the National League when the Jews ruled — or at least left an indelible cultural stamp on — Brooklyn.
13 rabbinical students charged for fracas over Chabad synagogue tunnel
Charges included criminal mischief, a felony, along with reckless endangerment and obstruction of governmental administration, which are both misdemeanors.
Activists cry foul after historic Brooklyn synagogue is demolished
The synagogue, built in 1907, was the oldest surviving synagogue in the now heavily Jewish neighborhood of Borough Park.
Activists cry foul after historic Brooklyn synagogue torn down
The synagogue, built in 1907, was the oldest surviving synagogue in the now heavily Jewish neighborhood of Borough Park.
11-month-old Binyomin Kuravsky was killed by a faulty radiator
The Department of Buildings issued a vacate order for the apartment, and friends have organized a GoFundMe to support relocation, childcare and counseling costs for the Kuravskys and their newborns.
New York City marks 30 years since deadly antisemitic attack on Brooklyn Bridge
The incident took years to be classified as a terror attack, but advocacy by a victim's mother led to the passage of New York State's first counter-terrorism laws.
Living among celebs: Ed Sheeran vacates expensive Brooklyn apartment
The deluxe 300sq.m. apartment returns to market with a slight price bump.
Pro-Palestinian protesters call for ceasefire at Grand Central Terminal
The demonstration, organized by the anti-Zionist organization Jewish Voice for Peace, was but one of many anti-Israel protests in NYC in the past week.
