Brooklyn

'Heil f***ing Hitler!': Knife-wielding man chases Jewish student through Crown Heights, New York

During the pursuit visible in the video, the suspect yells toward the student, "Now I know where you live," before screaming, "Heil f***ing Hitler!" while holding an object appearing to be a knife.

A young ultra-Orthodox Jewish man walks in a street of Williamsburg in the Brooklyn borough of New York on October 7, 2025
Ultra-Orthodox men line up to partake in the kapparot tradition in Mea She’arim in 2025.

Unnecessary and cruel: Using chickens for kapparot on Yom Kippur violates Jewish values – opinion

A New York City Police Department (NYPD) vehicle is seen outside the Israeli Consulate building in Manhattan, New York City, US, May 22, 2025

Teen slashed in Brooklyn synagogue by 'emotionally disturbed' fellow congregant, NYPD says

AN AI-generated political cartoon depicting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at court with anti-Israel protesters in the background alongside the US Founding Fathers.

New York must heed the warning signs before we ask, 'How did this happen?' - opinion


Jewish traditions shine on 'Sesame Street' through authentic representation

Jewish traditions are authentically represented in new "Sesame Street" episodes, thanks to Amanda Pogany's consultation, showcasing diverse cultures and fostering belonging.

 The Sesame Street Experience for Military Families took USAG-Humphreys by storm as several hundred Humphreys community members flocked to the Community Activity Center. Uploaded on 22/5/2024

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.

 A young child with neuroblastoma.

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.

 FILE PHOTO: New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks during a news conference at 1 Police Plaza in New York City, US, April 3, 2024.

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.

 Carl Erskine, 1926-2024.

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.

A gavel and a block is pictured on the judge's bench in this illustration picture taken in the Sussex County Court of Chancery in Georgetown, Delaware, U.S., June 9, 2021.

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. 

The Chevra Anshei Lubawitz synagogue in Borough Park, Brooklyn, which was torn down in March 2024, pictured in 2017.

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. 

The Chevra Anshei Lubawitz synagogue in Borough Park, Brooklyn, which was torn down in March 2024, pictured in 2017.

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.

 A NYPD car (illustrative)

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.

Ari Halberstam

Living among celebs: Ed Sheeran vacates expensive Brooklyn apartment

The deluxe 300sq.m. apartment returns to market with a slight price bump.

  Ed Sheeran