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Orthodox couple, baby slashed in NYC in ‘possible bias incident’

Young family of 3 wounded in knife attack near Battery Park in downtown Manhattan.

How Orthodox yeshivas became a major issue in NYC mayoral race

Oversight of Orthodox yeshivas in New York City has emerged as a major issue in this year's mayoral race.

Does Andrew Yang, NYC mayoral candidate, 'appreciate' BDS?

Andrew Yang, NYC mayoral candidate, clarifies position on the BDS movement. 'BDS does not recognize Israel's right to exist.'

Researchers: New coronavirus variant identified in New York

Researchers say new coronavirus variant that shares some similarities with the South African variant is on the rise in New York City.

Is painting on NYC mayoral candidate’s wall portrait of a rabbi?

NYT profile on New York mayoral candidate Raymond McGuire draws attention of Jewish readers with portrait of what appears to be a rabbi.

NY charity wants vaccines for pantry workers

David Greenfield, head of largest kosher pantry network, says volunteers deserve access to vaccine equal to that of supermarket staff.

Words in snow

In its intensity, it is somehow ominous. It does not stop. First the plague, then the cold weather halted this great city. Op-ed.

New York cancels vaccinations amid severe winter storm

New York City public schools are all-remote again Tuesday, as a powerful winter storm continues to pummel the area.

Intolerant of intolerance

In NYC, the factors that determine my quality of life have been taken out of my realm. I no longer feel safe on the streets. Op-ed.

Confederate flag tied to front door of NYC Holocaust museum

'This is an atrocious attack on our community,' says president of Jewish heritage museum in New York City.

NYC bomb hoax suspect - a former Jewish youth group officer

22-year-old Jewish youth group officer turned far-right activist suspected in bomb hoax at New York City mall.

Sanitation crew helps NY man go dumpster diving for his tefillin

New York City Sanitation Department workers help an Orthodox Jewish man recover his lost tefillin after they were accidentally thrown out.

Watch: Gunman opens fire at crowd outside NYC holiday concert

Ruptly provided footage of the aftermath of deadly shooting in central NYC just hours ago. Suspect shot and killed, identity unknown.

Gunman opens fire at police officers near NYC church

Gunman opens fire after outdoor choir performance at New York City cathedral and is shot dead by police. No other injuries.

Report: Satmar Hasidim hid massive NYC wedding from public view

After one massive Satmar wedding in NY was cancelled, another wedding was held, drawing thousands despite coronavirus restrictions.

NYC Jewish schools, yeshivas stay open as public schools close

Jewish day schools, yeshivas, and other private educational institutions in New York City remain open amid public school closures.

New York public schools to close amid COVID-19 surge

Meanwhile, the US has surpassed 250,000 deaths from COVID-19.

Watch: Woman arrested in NYC after spitting in officer's face

Woman shouted 'F--- you, fascist' at police officer and spat in his face before being arrested.

NYC health inspectors visit empty yeshiva and write summons

NYC Health Department filmed writing summons to empty Yeshiva building, citing 'list' to justify procedure.

Ruling: Most NYC crosswalks violate disability laws

CBS New York reported that Judge Paul Engelmayer ruled the city violated 3 laws aimed at helping the disabled.

It is Orthodox Jew vs. Orthodox Jew in New York

When the public sees Jews fighting Jews like we are witnessing in New York, all Jews lose.  Op-ed.

NYC Mayor seeks shutdowns in nine neighborhoods

Mayor Bill de Blasio plans to reimpose restrictions on nine neighborhoods amid rising COVID-19 cases.

NYC vows to crack down on coronavirus in Orthodox neighborhoods

New York authorities threatening drastic enforcement measures in Orthodox Jewish neighborhoods after Yom Kippur.

NYC’s Jewish Museum to reopen Oct. 1 following 6-month closure

Visits to Jewish Museum on Fifth Avenue to be free through end of December as Museum ends coronavirus closure.

NYC warns of coronavirus spread in Orthodox Jewish neighborhoods

New York City's health department expresses 'significant concern' over concentration of new coronavirus cases in Jewish neighborhoods.

NY yeshiva closes after 13 students infected with coronavirus

Yeshiva in Queens, New York shut down after more than a dozen students test positive for the coronavirus.

Coronavirus infection rates spike in NY's Orthodox neighborhoods

Weddings suspected of hastening spread of coronavirus as infection rates spike in Jewish neighborhoods in and around New York.

Note from New York City

We fear what may be coming but also feel passive about changing this awful scenario. Opinion.

NYC delays start of school year to allow more prep time

Instruction supposed to begin on Sept. 10 will be delayed until Sept. 16.

Cuomo: If Bill de Blasio won't stop Brooklyn weddings, I will

New York governor vows state will step in to block weddings in Brooklyn's haredi neighborhoods if NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio won't intervene.

Report: NY firefighters won't use hoses against violent rioters

While hoses are being used by police forces in Israel, NYC fire department bans their use for crowd control

Cuomo: Trump agreed not to send federal authorities to NY

US President tells NY Governor he will not deploy federal authorities as he did in Portland in response to rise in shootings.

6 shot in bloody New York morning

Shootings rise significantly in New York this year as anti-police sentiment surges.

'Stunningly' high level of COVID-19 immunity in NY neighborhoods

Researchers say nearly 70% of people in Queens neighborhood are immune to coronavirus, fueling hope city may be close to herd immunity.

NYC Mayor: Large gatherings banned...except BLM protests

Watch: New York Mayor Bill de Blasio tells CNN that large gatherings are banned in the city, except for Black Lives Matter protests.

Orthodox Jews take protest over fireworks to de Blasio's home

Protesters gathered outside Gracie Mansion late Monday night, calling on Mayor Bill de Blasio to take action on nightly illegal fireworks.

Justice Department: De Blasio unfairly singled out Orthodox Jews

Top Justice Department official pens letter claiming NYC mayor enforced uneven social distancing rules, singling out Orthodox Jews.

NYC protesters demand: 'Open our parks!'

At a protest in Midwood, NYC, families gather to protest decision to keep parks shuttered while other parks in the city have reopened.

Watch: B&H Photo surprises nurses and doctors with gifts

Hundreds of medical workers treated to a special event in New York City.

New York City lifts curfew

Mayor de Blasio announces immediate lifting of New York City's curfew, following decline in violent protests.

NYC Celebrate Israel parade is delayed

NYC’s Celebrate Israel parade — virtual this year because of COVID-19 — postponed over George Floyd protests.

Curfew to be imposed on New York City

Governor Andrew Cuomo announces curfew from 11 PM to 5 AM as New York faces riots, protests over murder of George Floyd.

NYC: Woman fired for lying to police about African-American man

Woman tells police that African-American man threatened her life after he requested she leash her dog, is fired by employer.

Williamsburg synagogue receives 'cease and desist' order

New York City issues cease and desist order after Williamsburg synagogue holds event with at least 100 people.

New York: Free iPads for special ed students in Jewish schools

Teach NYS lauds New York City program offering free iPads for nonpublic school special education students.

Kosher meals now available as part of NYC hunger relief efforts

New York City now distributing kosher food through meals program launched to feed city residents during the coronavirus-induced upheaval.

US lights up in blue, in honor of healthcare workers

Across the US, cities illuminate buildings in blue to honor healthcare workers on the front lines fighting coronavirus.

New York City’s disastrous Democratic leadership

Gone is our global village

Coronavirus cases in NYC reach 3,615

The number of coronavirus cases in New York City doubles to 3,615. So far there have been 22 deaths.

Quarantined: Diary of a contemporary pandemic

New York City schools to close due to coronavirus

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces schools in the city will be closed until April 20.

Why Bloomberg? He’s less pathetic than the rest, slightly

We await an explanation from Mayor De Blasio

Brooklyn: Jewish girl killed in apartment fire

'Have you seen my daughter?' Mother's frantic call to neighbor after fire breaks out in Kensington home in Brooklyn, leaving one dead.

NYC: Man charged with hate crime for harassing Jewish couple

55-year-old man with 5 prior arrests charged with hate crime for cursing Jewish couple near Times Square.

Want to deter attacks on Jews? Go grassroots!

NYC to add 100 security cameras in Jewish neighborhoods

'Security cameras will increase NYPD visibility, help keep New Yorkers safe,' Mayor Bill de Blasio says.

Elite NYC prep school fires teacher for anti-Zionist tweets

Teacher at Ethical Culture Fieldston School in NYC fired for anti-Zionist social media comments.

Watch: How widespread is black anti-Semitism in New York?

Video journalist Ami Horowitz takes to the streets of Brooklyn to see how widespread anti-Semitism is within the black community.