New York

7 things to know about New York Jews ahead of state primary

With the Jewish vote to prove decisive for both parties in New York's primaries, some facts the candidates would do well to consider.

Jewish vote critical in GOP New York primary vote on Tuesday

Kasich, Cruz canvas NY Jewish voters, while Trump touts Jewish ties as Orthodox Jewish vote plays important role in Tuesday's GOP primary.

Terrorist who planned to blow up NYC synagogues attempts suicide

Algerian Muslim immigrant to US in a medically-induced coma after trying to kill himself in prison; claimed guards had 'taunted' him.

Cruz says Trump supporters act like 'union boss thugs'

Ahead of New York primary, Republican candidate Ted Cruz accuses opponent staffers of violent tactics.

Watch: How do people react to a Jew and Muslim walking together?

Social experiment tests perceptions in Jewish, Muslim and mixed neighborhoods. The results are telling.

The Hasidic bloc vote, and notes from the NY primary campaign

In New Square, hassidim vote on their rabbi's instructions; how Ted's Cruz-ing for the Jews; and Bernie's New York vs. Hillary's New York.

NYPD arrests suspect wanted for stabbing Israeli tourist

Homeless man taken into custody in connection with stabbing of an Israeli man last Friday.

Jewish man stabbed during robbery in Manhattan

Hasidic Israeli slashed in the face and the arms at the Bleecker St. station in possible hate crime.

Official probe of NY yeshivas stalled by politics, group charges

Group says New York has not followed through on promises to investigate Hasidic yeshivas accused of not teaching basic subjects.

What to expect ahead of the New York primary

Debra Messing, matzah baking, bashert making -- what to expect ahead of the New York primary.

Trump’s grave in Central Park?

A tombstone for Donald Trump mysteriously appeared in New York’s Central Park for a short time Sunday.

First Israeli supermarket to open in US

Osher Ad to open branch in New York catering to local Haredi community.

Body of Jewish man found in Hudson River

Medical examination confirms body discovered in New York’s Hudson River is Jewish man who went missing two months ago.

Hundreds protest against ignored 'American Intifada' in New York

Hundreds of Russian-speaking Jews warn of growing violence and anti-Semitism in New York, claiming authorities, media ignore the danger.

First American ISIS recruiter given 22 years in jail

Mufid Elfgeeh sentenced to 22.5 years in prison after trying to recruit FBI informants to ISIS.

Mezuzah stolen from Manhattan home

Rabbi says New York police refused to process a complaint after a mezuzah was stolen from his Manhattan home, claims he is not the first.

Bill to end anti-Semitism in New York classrooms

NY Assemblymen launch new bill creating a textbook commission in NY state, blocking pro-Islamic anti-Semitic materials.

New York school holds World Hijab Day

Parents were not informed in advance, and many were angry. Experts say that the hijab is actually not an Islamic requirement.

Jewish man seriously wounded in New York stabbing

Footage shows attacker fleeing after stabbing yeshiva student in the back in Crown Heights; police believe it was a hate crime.

New York passes legislation against BDS

New York State Senate passes bill that prohibits the state from doing business with companies that seek to boycott Israel.

New Year's Eve 'ISIS bombing' thwarted in New York

Muslim convert nabbed planning a bombing or machete attack against New Year revelers, after swearing allegiance to ISIS.

Watch: Protest in New York over alleged Shin Bet torture

The protest against the alleged torture of the Duma suspects came to New York, where a demonstration took place outside the Israeli embassy.

New Yorker pleads guilty to being an ISIS recruiter

One of first ISIS members caught in US admits to gathering donations and fighters for jihadist group.

New York man tried to kill Muslims with X-rays

Eric Feight sentenced to 8 years in prison for trying to build what he thought was a mobile x-ray device to kill Muslims.

New York: Attacker shouts 'f-- you Jews,' punches man in face

Muslim man walks into Judaica store and commits brazen anti-Semitic attack, before escaping.

Amazon pulls ads with Nazi symbol following backlash

Amazon pulls ads for a television show that featured the Nazi German eagle on the New York subway.

Video of ISIS 'preparing to attack New York' not credible

Video that surfaced Wednesday showing ISIS carrying out attack on TImes Square is months old, NYPD says.

Jewish man punched in Crown Heights, hours after stabbing

Jewish man punched in the face by attacker who said he is "tired of Jews", hours after a Jewish EMS worker was stabbed.

Watch: Thousands in New York Chant 'We Stand With Israel'

Mass pro-Israel rallies take place in Times Square, Rome and Madrid, demanding backing for terror-beleaguered Jewish state.

Two Yeshiva Students Attacked with Firebomb in Manhattan

In an incident last Friday, a man tossed a firebomb at two yeshiva students in Manhattan. They weren't hurt.

New York Schools to Close for Muslim Holiday for the First Time

More than 1,800 public schools in New York to close for Eid al-Adha Thursday, fulfilling mayor's campaign pledge.

NYPD Investigates BB Gun Attacks on Orthodox Jews

Two victims injured in Kew Garden Hills in 10 days; city council members reveal both looked identifiably religious.

NY Judge Allows Kapparot Ritual Despite Animal Rights Suit

Animal rights group claim 2,000 year-old ritual, in which chickens are given to the poor, is a 'public nuisance' and 'animal cruelty.'

New York Man Charged with Supporting ISIS

42 year-old the latest American to be charged with supporting Islamic State, purchasing weapons.

Who Killed the Jewish Jeweler from Queens?

Family of well-known jeweler Aron Aranbayev offering reward for information leading to the arrest of those who ran him over last Sunday.

Thousands at Times Square Denounce Iran Deal

At least 10,000 people gather in New York to denounce the Iran deal and call on Congress to reject it.

NY Students Get $4.5 Million After Severe Anti-Semitic Abuse

Federal judge approves settlement for 5 students from school district that ignored ongoing anti-Semitic verbal and physical assaults.

New York School District to Pay for Anti-Semitism

The district will pay out $4.5 million for "deliberate indifference" to years of anti-Semitic abuse in different schools and grades.

New York Manhunt After Escaped Murderers Heats Up

Convicted murderers spotted as they elude massive manhunt, focus of search shifts to rural town of 2,000 people.

Fourth Suspect Arrested in Thwarted New York Attack

Fourth American arrested in the greater New York area on allegations of supporting ISIS.

Watch: NY Assembly Passes Anti-BDS Resolution

'From 1948 to today attacks against Israel have happened weekly,' says Assemblyman Hikind, promising a bill in the near future.

More Suspects Arrested in Thwarted NY Attack

Third suspect named as 21 year-old Fareed Mumuni.

ISIS Pressure Cooker Attack in New York Thwarted

Student plotted to take online craze with ISIS and bombing research to streets of New York, in potentially massive lethal attack.

Etan Patz Murder Case to be Retried

Manhattan prosecutors start the process of retrying the Etan Patz case, a month after a mistrial was declared.

Inaugural Celebrate Israel Event Paints NYC Blue and White

Celebrate Israel Festival held in NY for first time draws 9,000 Israelis and Israel fans, features Israeli pop culture stars.

Brooklyn Official's Jewish Rant Sparks Outrage

Assemblyman Hikind decries black Assemblymember's radio tirade against Jewish community on new education act.

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach: Jews Who Don't Love Israel Have No Heart

Influential American rabbi speaks to Arutz Sheva about the Champions for Justice awards, and why the IDF stands for human values.

New York Bill to Ban Business With 'Vicious' Israel-Boycotters

Building on momentum set by bills in Illinois and other states, Assemblyman Hikind drafting bill to combat 'anti-Semitic' BDS in New York.

Judge Declares Mistrial in Murder of New York Boy

Mistrial declared in the disappearance of six-year-old Etan Patz, after jurors fail to reach a unanimous verdict for the third time.

Plainclothes Cop Shot in Face in Queens

Officer Brian Moore, 25, is in critical condition after being shot in the cheek; suspect is the cousin of a former NY Giants cornerback.

New York Judge Rules Buses Must Carry 'Killing Jews' Ad

Judge rejected claims by Metropolitan Transportation Authority that ads criticizing Muslim terrorism could 'incite violence.'

Jewish Flight Lesson 101: No Connections Before Shabbat

Jewish passengers stranded in Istanbul without kosher food after flight delay from New York forced them to miss connection to Israel.

Fourth New York Resident Charged for Supporting ISIS

26-year-old Muslim man from Brooklyn accused of raising funds for Islamic State group in Syria, after 3 co-conspirators charged.

Massive New York Bomb Attack Thwarted

Queens female roommates who idolized ISIS and Bin-Laden charged for contacting Al-Qaeda in Yemen and building propane bombs.

Bodies Found Days Later from New York Gas Explosion

Three days after the tragic explosion and fire that leveled 3 buildings, 2 bodies have been found; one likely a man who was on a date.

Flatbush Fire Tragedy: 'Accept and Surrender to G-d's Will'

Jewish community unites in grief after 7 children burn to death, with funeral participants saying such moments 'only make us stronger.'

CAIR Gets Involved in Arabic Pledge of Allegiance

Group closely tied to Muslim Brotherhood and Hamas criticizes uproar and apology after school has pledge of allegiance read in Arabic.

After Paris and Copenhagen, Could New York be Next?

Assemblyman tells how a security scare outside two synagogues highlighted fears of jihadist copycat attacks.

Three New York Residents Arrested for Plotting to Join ISIS

Three New York residents arrested for plotting to join extremists in Syria. Two threatened to carry out attacks in the United States.

NYC Cabbie Tells Jewish Passenger 'All Jews Must Die'

Suit filed against Manhattan cab driver after he allegedly threatened passenger, drove recklessly.