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Bedouin Leaders 'Shocked' by Terrorist's Identity

Terrorist Muhaned Al-Okabi comes from a family that helped in creating the state of Israel, says Bedouin mayor.

Minister Demands: Expel the Terrorist's Family

Minister Regev urges the expulsion of family of Israeli Arab terrorist who launched bloody Be'er Sheva attack.

IDF Soldier Killed in Be'er Sheva Attack Identified

Omri Levy, 19, from Moshav Sdei Hemed, is the soldier who was murdered in the terrorist attack in Be'er Sheva.

Hamas Welcomes Be'er Sheva Attack as 'Heroic Act'

Hamas says terrorist attack in Be’er Sheva was a response to Israel's alleged "cold-blooded executions".

Police Track Down Missing Would-Be Terrorist in Beersheva

Police thwarted potential attack after tracking down Arab girl in Beersheva who was headed to Jerusalem to 'stab Jews.'

Be'er Sheva to Jump from 7th to 3rd-Largest Israeli City

20,000 new housing units – the most ever – will be built in capital of the Negev.

Four Rockets Hit Northern Israel from Syria

Missiles hit near border hours after IDF deploys Iron Dome in Ashdod, and then Be'er Sheva, amid fears hunger striker may set off war.

Israel's 'City of the Future' to Replace IDF Base

The first stage in the evacuation of the IDF's Tzrifin base is now complete, freeing up over 10,000 square meters,

Lip Reader Sues Police for 'Abandoning' Him to Criminals

Lip reader charges police ignored request for security detail, leading to brutal assault that ruined his health and marriage.

Accident or Terror? Palestinian Driver Rams into Policeman

Driver fled the scene after ramming into a patrol car on duty in the Hevron Hills; officer injured.

Missing Israeli 'Told Mother he was Going to Cave of Machpelah'

Cousin of 22-year-old feared to have been kidnapped in Arab village near Hevron says 'it fell on us out of the blue. Pray for him.'

Over 2,000 Bring Be'er Sheva to a Halt Protesting Mass Lay-offs

Factory workers and residents block central streets in protest of ICL firing hundreds of workers, shutting down city services.

Newest Road 6 Extension to Open Friday

The newest segment of Road 6, the Cross-Israel Highway, is set to open on Friday, right in the heart of 'Bedouin country.'

Israel under snow

Snow to Pile on in Jerusalem, Reach the Negev Desert

Widespread school cancellations as snow redoubles in Jerusalem, Be'er Sheva hopeful for snowflakes; flooding in coastal area.

Netanyahu Boasts: 'Terror Towers in Gaza Fell'

PM tries to allay criticism of ceasefire while on visit to south, promises aid package to Gaza Belt next Sunday.

Breaking news

Be'er Sheva Man Seriously Injured Running for Shelter

Man in his forties hit by a car while running for shelter after rocket sirens sound.

Ceasefire breached

Netanyahu Orders IDF Response After Rockets Fired at Be'er Sheva

Hours before the third ceasefire extension ends, Gaza terrorists fire rockets at southern capital; IDF ordered to return fire.

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Over Be'er Sheva

Gaza terrorists fire another salvo of rockets towards Be’er Sheva.

7 Rockets Fired Towards Be'er Sheva

Barrage of seven rockets from Gaza hits Be'er Sheva. Ashdod and Eshkol targeted as well.

10-Year-Old Girl Injured in Rocket Attack Fighting for Her Life

Two teenage Bedouin sisters injured in rocket attack on Be'er Sheva; one fights for her life. Elderly man also seriously injured.

Rocket Hits Be'er Sheva Home, One Person Injured

Rocket fired from Gaza hits a home in Be’er Sheva, injuring one and causing extensive damage to the building.

Making Aliyah Under Fire

Latest batch of olim arrive from the US - including one brave woman moving straight to Israel's southern frontline.

Hamas Scare Video Targets Be'er Sheva Residents

'Settlers of Be'er Sheva – your leaders have killed our children and sentenced you to death,' declares Hamas production.

Israel Under Fire

Fifteen Rockets Fired at South; IAF Retaliates

Hamas fires rockets as far as Be'ersheva Saturday, prompting an emergency meeting on the situation. Is an operation on the horizon?

'Nazi' Arab MK Zoabi Offends Her Party by Insulting Abbas

Police investigate school graffiti against Arab MK who justified abduction, as her party slams her for calling Abbas 'traitor.'

Five-Year-Old Who Fell 'No Longer in Life-Threatening Condition'

Five-year-old girl and her three-year-old brother fell from a building in Be'er Sheva. The girl is no longer in life-threatening condition.

Lockheed Martin Opens in Israel

Israeli branch, in Be'er Sheva, established to support IDF and campaign to develop the Negev, CEO says.

Economics Ministry Behind Hi-Tech Project in the Negev

Park for Science and Technology attracts several companies, praise from senior MKs - including Naftali Bennett.

Murderer of Prominent Israeli Rabbi Gets Life Sentence

After psychiatrist deems Asher Dahan fit for trial, Be'er Sheva court sentences him for stabbing Baba Sali's grandson in 2011.

IDF Deploys Iron Dome in Be'er Sheva

The IDF deploys an Iron Dome anti-missile system in Be’er Sheva in the wake of the recent escalation in terror attacks.

Police Chief Stops Kidnapping in Be’er Sheva

Police chief stumbles across scene of violent kidnapping between parents.

Netanyahu: We Have an Iron Dome – and an Iron Will

Netanyahu dedicates new national cyber center, sends message to Israel’s enemies: Attacking us is not worth your while.

Another Child Dies in Hot Parked Car

In yet another tragic incident, a three year-old child died in the searing heat in Beer Sheva.

Experts: Beersheva Best Real Estate Investment

Experts say home prices in Beersheva are set to continue rising, as tech parks and the IDF remake the face of the city.

Pres. Peres Calls for 100,000 Yesha Jews to Migrate to the Negev

President Shimon Peres called on Jews from Judea and Samaria last week to send a cohort with their strength and skills to settle the Negev.

Record Number of Births at Be'er Sheva's Soroka Hospital

Midwives at Be'er Sheva's Soroka Medical Center worked extra hard as a high of 58 births was recorded over a 24-hour period.

Orbach: Media is Making Murder an Option

Minister criticizes media coverage of Be’er Sheva slayings. ‘Media is unintentionally encouraging more murder.’

Police Tried to Take Shooter’s Weapon, Judge Refused

Police wanted bank shooter to hand in his weapon two years ago over suspicions of threats, violence.

Meretz MK Hints Be'er Sheva Shooting Related to Budget

MK Tamar Zandberg asserts the shooting in Be’er Sheva was a result of the state budget. Deputy Finance Minister: A miserable statement.

Police: Bank Shooter Was Disgruntled Bank Customer

The shooting at a Beersheva bank Monday in which four people were killed was motivated by frustration over a debt, police said

Police: Not Clear if Beersheva Bank Shooting Was a Robbery

Four people were killed when at least one individual entered a bank in Beersheva Monday, opening fire in all directions

‘57 Seconds’ to Help Protect Be’er Sheva From Bombs

A new organization is raising awareness about the need for more bomb shelters to protect Be’er Sheva residents from Gaza missile attacks.

Bennett Addresses Divisiveness in Israel: Stop the Hate Speeches

A campaign party in the Negev set the stage for calls by Bennett to ignore political and religious affiliations and face the real issues

Hadassah President Plants First Tree in New Be'er Sheva Forest

Marcie Natan, National President of Hadassah, and planted in Be'er Sheva the first tree in a forest dedicated to the Sandy Hook victims.

1 Dead in Tragic Egged Bus Accident on Highway 6

One passenger was killed in a tragic accident Wednesday when a chunk of metal flew from a truck and slammed into an Egged bus on Highway 6.

Protests in Rishon, Be'er Sheva Against Cease-fire

Dozens of people protested in Be'er Sheva and Rishon L'Tzion, demanding that the IDF finish its mission in Gaza.

2 Missiles Strike Ashdod, No Injuries

Two long-range missiles fired by Gaza terrorists struck the port city of Ashdod on Sunday afternoon. No physical injuries were reported.

Grad Katyushas Hit Residential Areas in Be'er Sheva

Three Grad Katyusha missiles struck the southern city of Be'er Sheva Sunday afternoon. Two hit residential neighborhoods.

Jewish Home Candidates Run for Shelter in Be’er Sheva

The new Jewish Home faction visits Be’er Sheva. Bennett: It’s healthy to feel what southerners do. We’re ready to enlist.

Netanyahu Threatens Gaza Terrorists with Heavy Price

"Anyone who thinks he can disrupt the daily lives of the residents of the south and not pay a heavy price – is wrong," Netanyahu warns.

Rain of terror

Gaza Savages Time Their Rockets to Kill Children

Direct hit reported on a home in Sderot. More than 100 rockets hit today, many timed for end of the school day.

Be'er Sheva Under Attack from Gaza Terror Missiles

Residents of Be'er Sheva joined their brethren in southern Israel after the Color Red rocket alert siren blared through the city.

Be'er Sheva Closes Schools Due to Continuing Rocket Fire

Be'er Sheva children are home from school today (Sunday) due to ongoing rocket fire launched – again - from Gaza.

Muslim Leader Preaches Jihad in Be’er Sheva

Islamic Movement leader Sheikh Raed Salah brought his hate message to Be’er Sheva to incite Muslims against Israeli “terrorists.”

Rocket Attacks Prompt Southern Israeli Cities to Cancel School

Weekend rocket attacks in southern Israel prompted the cities of Be'er Sheva and Ashdod to cancel school for thousands of children.

Iron Dome Deployed to Protect Tel Aviv

For the first time ever, the anti-missile system has been deployed to protect central Israel.

High-Speed Be’er Sheva Train Opens Negev

A new high-speed Be’er Sheva-Tel Aviv rail link shortens the ride to 55 minutes and opens up the Negev. An end to Bedouin domination?

Updating Southern Infrastructure: New Rail Lines to Tel Aviv

The state has decided to upgrade infrastructure in the southern region, cutting travel time to central Israel in half with a new train line.

Iron Dome Intercepts 1 Grad; Misses Another

Iron Dome intercepted a Grad missile launched by Gaza terrorists at Beer Sheva, but missed another - or didn't try to stop it..

IAF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF strikes terror targets in Gaza, as terrorists continue to fire rockets and missiles into southern Israel.