Jerusalem

Not-So-Smooth Criminal: Phone Thief Shares Selfies With Victim

Robbery victim takes to social media to find bungling robber who shared selfies of himself - after forgetting to delete her Dropbox account.

What Troubles? 88% of Jerusalemites are Happy with their Lives

The capital is booming. Four million tourists spent at least one night in Jerusalem in 2013 – more than did so in Tel Aviv or Haifa.

Abbas Accuses Israel of 'Judaizing' Jerusalem in Papal Meeting

'Religious, not political' visit takes decidedly political turn Sunday, after PA accuses Israel of 'judaization' and Pope calls PA a state.

One Dead in Explosion in Jerusalem Building

One person killed in an explosion and fire in Beit Hanina neighborhood. Gas tank explosion suspected.

Police Arrest 'Extremists' For Anti-Pope Notices

Freedom of expression lost in Jerusalem as two youths arrested for 'crime' of posting notices, distanced for 'disruptive intentions.'

Court Rejects Police 'Restraining Order' to Stop Pope Protests

Despite IDF refusal to give order distancing Jewish minor from Jerusalem, police turn to court - and were rejected.

Minister: Maale Adumim, Gush Etzion Should be Part of Jerusalem

Jerusalem will be getting bigger, if Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz has his way - and could extend as far south as Gush Etzion.

King: Open Police Stations in Jerusalem Arab Neighborhoods

Jerusalem Jews are under attack by Arabs in the city, Jerusalem City Council member Aryeh King - and he has a solution

Jerusalem Develops NIS 10 Million Park for Skaters

Jerusalem skaters now have a place to call their own, after the city inaugurated a park for them Monday.

Jerusalem Mayor Slams Delay in Moving Gov't Offices to Capital

Nir Barkat accuses the Prime Minister of caving in to bureaucrats, 'betraying Jerusalem' by delaying move until 2018.

Rise in Terror Attacks Against Jews in Jerusalem

Attacks by Palestinian Arabs steadily climbing - but who's to blame?

MK Lipman Visits Vandalized Jerusalem Synagogue

Yesh Atid MK visits site of Monday's 'price tag' vandalism, condemns government officials for not coming earlier.

Councilman Urges Complaints Over Chinese Cult's Demonstration

Councilman Aryeh King reports posters of Falun Gong, a cult banned in China, in front of main entrance to Old City.

Swastika 'Price Tag' on Israeli Flags in Heart of Jerusalem

Swastikas deface flags in central neighborhood of Katamon same week as Independence Day, 'evidently it doesn't bother leaders and MKs.'

Video Reveals Fatah Committed to Terrorism, Not Talks

Fatah official back in height of peace talks declared 'Palestinian blood,' not negotiations, would 'bring back Jerusalem.'

Wounded Soldier Inspires at Jerusalem Memorial Day Ceremony

"Always move forward," says Ahiya Klein, who nearly lost his sight in a clash with terrorists in Gaza.

Hezbollah, Al Qaeda and Hamas Flags in Jerusalem

Terrorist flags waved at Arab wedding procession in Old City amid shouts of 'we will write on the pistol: Al-Aqsa is holy to us.'

Islamic Scholars End Ban on Visit to Al Aqsa Mosque

As part of escalating struggle over Judaism's holiest site, Muslim leaders lift ban against visiting to bolster Muslim presence.

Drinking Water Scare in Jerusalem

150,000 Jerusalem residents in nine neighborhoods warned not to use tap water for drinking, dishes, or other use until further notice.

Abbas Charges 'Ethnic Cleansing' in 'Occupied' Jerusalem

Abbas claims Israel guilty of 'war crimes' for allowing movement of citizens in capital, announces new fund to 'defend Jerusalem.'

Jewish Youths Attempted to Enter Temple Mount Dressed as Muslims

Police questioning the pair who tried to enter Judaism's holiest site dressed as Muslim worshippers.

Miracle in Jerusalem: Infant Survives 3-Story Fall

A window screen and tree combine to save 3-year-old from potentially fatal fall, in what medics call 'an open miracle.'

Woman Wounded in Jerusalem Rock Attack

Woman lightly wounded after terrorists throw rocks at a bus near the French Hill neighborhood.

US Supreme Court to Decide on Jerusalem's Status

Can the US president declare Jerusalem as Israel's capital?

Jerusalem Inspectors Shut Down Old City Bread Carts

Jerusalem inspectors have closed down dozens of food carts in the Old City where chametz was being sold.

Police Place Limits on Temple Mount for Muslims

New intel turns the tables on regular bans on Jewish visitors after rumors of more Muslim rioting.

'Free Murderers So Enemies Will Agree to Talk to Us?'

Chairman of Bnei Akiva notes that deal to free more terrorists, enact building freeze, 'would hurt our people the most.'

Jerusalem's Newest Hotel Takes Luxury a Step Further

The capital's much-anticipated Waldorf Astoria finally opens for business - proving that good things really do come to those who wait.

Jerusalem is No Longer 'Damascus'

Councilman King's push to change Arabic-only official signs right by Municipality buildings bears results within 24 hours.

Bennett Tells Kerry Jerusalem Building 'No Poof'

Bennett fires back at Kerry, no apology for building in Jerusalem, which 'is no poof, it's Zionism.'

Dubai Company To Build Ferris Wheel in Jerusalem?

Proposal received for giant ferris wheel as temporary attraction for Independence Day; Councilman King slams 'money to enemy state.'

Gross Family to Host Dinner in Gratitude Over Surviving Sons

Aish HaTorah to host 'seudat hodaya' for the boys, who survived near-fatal phosphine poisoning in January.

113 Orphaned Boys to Celebrate Bar Mitzvah at the Kotel

Colel Chabad in Jerusalem will host a mega bar mitzvah celebration for 113 orphaned boys and their families.

Barkat: Arabs Also Want Jerusalem to Remain United

Not only Jews – Arabs, too, do not want Jerusalem split, says holy city's Mayor Nir Barkat.

Arabs Hurl Firebombs at Jerusalem Nightclub

Arab terrorists hurl four firebombs towards a nightclub in the French Hill neighborhood. No one hurt, several suspects arrested.

New City of David Tourism Center Approved

Jerusalem committee approves new site to display archaeological finds at City of David National Park, short walk from Western Wall.

Rock-Throwing and Car-Chases in North Jerusalem

Dramatic car chase as would-be victim gives chase after coming under attack. But are local authorities shirking responsibility?

Jerusalem Mayor in Washington to Preserve Unity of Holy City

Nir Barkat speaks to top Congressman, AIPAC, other dignitaries about the need to prevent the partition of Jerusalem.

'Arab Rock-Throwers Tried to Kill Me'

Jerusalem man, father of journalist Emily Amrousi, attacked by hail of rocks while shopping in French Hill by Arab residents of Issawiya.

Israel Building 700 New Jerusalem Housing Units

Far-left group Peace Now reports on over 700 new tenders in Gilo neighborhood over 1949 Armistice lines, claims it 'undermines peace.'

Protest Tent Against Terrorist Releases Won't be Shut Down

Jerusalem municipality allows protest tent outside Prime Minister's Residence to continue, despite shutting it down in the past.

PA Police in Control in Northern Jerusalem Neighborhood?

Concerns raised after revelations that Palestinian Authority police regularly serve neighborhood technically under Israeli control.

Jerusalem: Journalists Injured in Arab Riots

Arab rioters mark 'Land Day' by clashing with Israeli police; journalists reportedly lightly injured as riots dispersed.

Terror Attack in Jerusalem

Soldier 'Faked' Terrorist Stabbing Attack

IDF soldier claimed to have been stabbed in Jerusalem's northern neighborhood of Pisgat Ze'ev; wounds were really the result of a fall.

Suspected 'Price Tag' on 30 Jerusalem Cars

Car tires punctured in Arab-majority Beit Hanina neighborhood, graffiti on bus reads 'gentiles in Israel = enemies.'

Kenyan Runner Wins Jerusalem Marathon

Roland Kimeli Kurgat beats previous record by 19 seconds. Mayor Nir Barkat praises large turnout.

Over 25,000 Run in Jerusalem Marathon

Roads closed throughout the Holy City Friday as runners race to compete in fourth annual event.

Leftist Jerusalem Councilman Reports Construction

Meretz councilman Alalu says Israel plans 186 new Jewish housing units in eastern Jerusalem.

Business Faces Boycott for Not Desecrating Sabbath

Pro-secular movement threatens boycott of movie theater that plans to close on the Sabbath day.

Islamic Jihad Chief: 'Learn From the Jews How to Love Jerusalem'

Islamic Jihad leader quotes famous song 'Jerusalem the Golden', urges Muslims to take Jerusalem more seriously at Iran conference.

Jerusalem Celebrates Purim

Watch celebrations of Purim in Jerusalem’s Merkaz Harav yeshiva.

Violence at holiest site

Police Close Temple Mount to Jews, Shorten Minister's Visit

Housing Minister Uri Ariel almost turned away due to Muslim rioting. Ariel: 'This is unacceptable.'

Jewish Group Buys 'Strategic' Eastern J'lem Building

Ateret Cohanim announces purchase of 'large strategic' building by Old City, plans to turn into Jewish religious school.

Baby Killed in Jerusalem Fire

One-year old dies in apartment fire in Geulah neighborhood, death pronounced after rushed to hospital.

Express Train from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem by 2018

New line to connect to Central Bus Stations, provide 30-minute commute between Israel's largest cities.

Jerusalem Program Limits Muslim Prayer Call

New pilot program initiated by nationalist councilman King measures nighttime muezzin call, brings technological solutions.

Jerusalem Gearing Up for 'Million Man March'

Police, Magen David Adom, Hatzalah prepare for 'million man march' against draft. Public transport to come to a halt.

Iranian Official: 'We are Preparing to Liberate Jerusalem'

Militia carries out exercise to prepare for invasion of Holy City. General: the Islamic world is waiting for Tehran to call them to battle.

Arabs Set Police Station on Fire in Jerusalem

Jerusalem councilman King decries lawlessness on display in capital this week.

Agreement Advances Jerusalem Chief Rabbi Elections

Mayor Barkat and Deputy Religious Affairs Minister arrange selection of voting body; ten years since last Chief Rabbi in city.