News and updates about NYC

Defense Mission Director:

'Israel feels alone - but not when we're with you'

Col. (Res.) Aviram A. Hasson, Director of the Israeli Ministry of Defense Mission to the USA and Canada, thanked America for its support at an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City.

'Israel feels alone - but not when we're with you'

Joey Jones:

'Israel celebrates Independence Day every day'

USMC veteran Joey Jones spoke at an Israel Heritage Foundation dinner ahead of the Fourth of July to share his insights on the values of patriotism, sacrifice, and service - and what Israel teaches him about each one.

'Israel celebrates Independence Day every day'

Eric Adams

'Stay and fight' in face of Mamdani and antisemitism

At Jewish Heritage event, incumbent NYC mayor tells Jewish constituents he has heard Jewish friends say they plan to leave the city in the face of the rise of Zohran Mamdani, urges Jews to stay to confront antisemitism.

'Stay and fight' in face of Mamdani and antisemitism

Rabbi Elie Weinstock:

'We have excellent warriors - but our success is from heaven'

At an Israel Heritage Foundation event before the Fourth of July, Rabbi Elie Weinstock highlighted how both Israel and America were founded on faith in God's aid.

'We have excellent warriors - but our success is from heaven'

NYC Mayoral Elections:

A fusion candidate can once again save New York City

There is no substitute for successfully winning an election. A fusion candidate is the solution.

A fusion candidate can once again save New York City

Israel NY Consul

'We're against a global Intifada'

Consul General of Israel in NYC Ofir Akunis attends New York Mayor Eric Adam's reception for Jewish Heritage. 'The Jews of New York played a vital role in building this city.'

'We're against a global Intifada'

Trump again vows to 'save' New York from Zohran Mamdani

US President says far-left Democratic mayoral candidate will 'destroy' NYC. 'I love New York and we’re not gonna let him do that.'

Trump again vows to 'save' New York from Zohran Mamdani

Trump

'I won't let communist lunatic Zohran Mandani destroy New York'

US President vows to 'save' New York City from the Democratic Socialist and anti-Israel candidate who won the Democratic primary for mayor.

'I won't let communist lunatic Zohran Mandani destroy New York'

Anti-Israel vandal sprays NYPD officers with pepper spray

A woman who was previously filmed tearing down the posters of Israeli children who were held hostage allegedly assaulted 2 NYPD officers in Times Square.

Anti-Israel vandal sprays NYPD officers with pepper spray

Trump

New York would be 'crazy' to elect 'communist' Mamdani

US President reacts to Democratic party nominee for NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani. ' The last thing we need is a communist.'

New York would be 'crazy' to elect 'communist' Mamdani

Mamdani stands by silence on controversial Intifada chant

NYC mayoral hopeful sidesteps condemnation of 'globalize the intifada' slogan, despite concerns by Jewish community, citing free speech and political principle.

Mamdani stands by silence on controversial Intifada chant

Eric Adams says he will 'save' New York from Zohran Mamdani

Incumbent NYC mayor responds to New York Post front-page 'SOS' after far-left anti-Israel candidate Mamdani wins Democratics mayoral primaries.

Eric Adams says he will 'save' New York from Zohran Mamdani

'A rapper who hates Zion'

Former Israeli envoy slams Zohran Mamdani

Former Israeli Consul General to New York warns Mamdani’s rise signals growing mainstreaming of anti-Israel extremism in US politics.

Former Israeli envoy slams Zohran Mamdani

Anti-Israel activists:

After Zohran Mamdani victory, 'consider the Intifada globalized'

Anti-Israel activists such as Mohammed El-Kurd celebrate Democratic socialist candidate's victory in the Democratic NYC primaries with posts calling for Intifada and Jihad.

After Zohran Mamdani victory, 'consider the Intifada globalized'

Trump:

Democrats 'crossed the line' by nominating Zohran Mamdani in NYC

US President reacts to '100% Communist Lunatic' who defended the phrase 'globalize the Intifada' winning the Democratic primary in the New York City mayoral race.

Democrats 'crossed the line' by nominating Zohran Mamdani in NYC

NY Jews worry:

Pro-Palestinian Zohran Mamdani wins Democratic primary for mayor

Anti-Israel candidate Zohran Mamdani shocks Andrew Cuomo in NYC Democratic mayoral primary focused on Jewish issues, arousing concern among the city's Jewish population.

Pro-Palestinian Zohran Mamdani wins Democratic primary for mayor

Freed student Mahmoud Khalil joins NYC anti-Israel rally

Two days after being released from immigration detention, Mahmoud Khalil participates in anti-Israel protest in New York City in which participants chant “Palestine will live forever”.

Freed student Mahmoud Khalil joins NYC anti-Israel rally

NYC mayoral candidate cites Olmert to justify anti-Israel views

During a mayoral debate in New York, Zohran Mamdani pledged to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits the city, citing international law and comparing his stance to past defiance of US policy.

NYC mayoral candidate cites Olmert to justify anti-Israel views

In landmark order:

NYC adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

New York City Mayor Eric Adams signs an executive order adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition of antisemitism and urges the City Council to codify the definition into law.

NYC adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

NYC Mayoral race

AOC endorses Mamdani after Israeli right to exist controversy

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez endorses Democratic socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani the day after Mamdani refused to say he supports Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state in a debate with other mayoral candidates.

AOC endorses Mamdani after Israeli right to exist controversy

NYC mayoral candidate's plan to prevent antisemitic crimes

New York City mayoral candidate Scott Stringer says he plans to partner with the ADL in a plan to prevent antisemitic incidents before they occur.

NYC mayoral candidate's plan to prevent antisemitic crimes

NYC:

School bus driver stops bus to rant to children about Jews

The students were late to school after their bus driver stopped and ranted about Jews and Jesus, leaving a Jewish child in tears, parents say.

School bus driver stops bus to rant to children about Jews

Mixup at JFK:

Captivity survivor stopped after still being listed as captive

Liri Albag, who survived Hamas captivity, was questioned for an hour at JFK after US border agents flagged her as still held hostage.

Captivity survivor stopped after still being listed as captive

'A great honor for Jerusalem’

NYC: Mayors Adams and Lion stand together for Jerusalem

At Israel Day on Fifth Parade, NYC and Jerusalem mayors walk side-by-side, affirming solidarity with Israel and urging the release of Hamas-held hostages.

NYC: Mayors Adams and Lion stand together for Jerusalem

NYC Mayor:

'We were pressured to cancel the parade, but we do not back down'

New York Mayor Eric Adams revealed at the Arutz Sheva Jerusalem Conference in New York City that he had faced pressure to cancel the Israel Day parade. 'We do not give in to hate,' he declared.

'We were pressured to cancel the parade, but we do not back down'

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Thousands march in New York City in support of Israel

40,000+ marchers are expected to turn up on New York's 5th Avenue to showcase the American Jewish community’s bond with Israel and call to bring the hostages home!

Thousands march in New York City in support of Israel

'Bring Them Home!':

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul delivers fiery speech at Israel Day parade

New York Governor Kathy Hochul channeled JFK and called for the return of Israeli hostages still held after 589 days. “Bring them home,” she declared, vowing unwavering support for Israel from the Empire State.

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul delivers fiery speech at Israel Day parade

Dozens injured

Mexican Navy ship collides with Brooklyn Bridge

A Mexican Navy training ship, the Cuauhtémoc Sailboat, strikes the Brooklyn Bridge, injuring 20 people, three critically.

Mexican Navy ship collides with Brooklyn Bridge

‘Every day was suffering’

Hamas hostage survivors speak out in NYC

Keith and Aviva Siegel, survivors of Hamas captivity, speak at Israel Day on Fifth Parade in New York, calling for continued efforts to free the remaining 58 hostages.

Hamas hostage survivors speak out in NYC

First in major US city

NYC creates office dedicated to fighting antisemitism

Mayor Eric Adams launches the Mayor’s Office to Combat Antisemitism, the first of its kind in any major US city, to address a dramatic rise in antisemitic hate crimes.

NYC creates office dedicated to fighting antisemitism

Watch: Travelers treated to Idan Amedi airport performance

Airport crowd gets unexpected live music from Israeli artist touring after recovering from Gaza wounds.

Watch: Travelers treated to Idan Amedi airport performance

NYC:

Hundreds spend Mother's Day calling for hostages' release

Hundreds gathered in New York City's Central Park to call for the release of the hostages being held in Gaza.

Hundreds spend Mother's Day calling for hostages' release

Adams to Columbia protesters:

'Breaking the law is wrong, exit now or face arrest'

New York City Mayor Eric Adams condemns anti-Israel protest at Columbia University, where masked demonstrators overtook Butler Library, says that while peaceful protest is protected, lawlessness and hate will not be tolerated.

'Breaking the law is wrong, exit now or face arrest'

Man indicted for threatening New York City synagogue

23-year-old man indicted in Manhattan for making terroristic threats against Central Synagogue and the Jewish community, including threats to kill worshippers.

Man indicted for threatening New York City synagogue

Consul General to mark Independence Day with released hostage

Israeli consul Ofir Akunis has scheduled a celebration for next week, with the participation of released hostage Agam Berger and political figures.

Consul General to mark Independence Day with released hostage

Brooklyn:

Driver denies charges in crash that killed Jewish mother and kids

Brooklyn woman accused of causing a deadly crash that killed a Jewish mother and her two daughters pleads not guilty to second-degree manslaughter charges.

Driver denies charges in crash that killed Jewish mother and kids

In meeting with IHF

Mayor Adams promises enhanced Passover safety

Rabbi David Katz, Rabbi Dr. Joseph Frager, and Jonathan Burkan of the Israel Heritage Foundation meet New York Mayor Eric Adams, presenting him with Shemurah Matzah. Mayor Adams, in turn, promises enhanced police presence for a safe Passover.

Mayor Adams promises enhanced Passover safety

NYPD boosting security for synagogues ahead of Passover

Hate crimes against Jews 'jump off the page' and account for 62% of all hate crimes in NYC, says the commanding officer of the NYPD’s Hate Crimes Task Force.

NYPD boosting security for synagogues ahead of Passover

NYC police precinct council president tears down hostage posters

Upper West Side residents call for dismissal of president of civilian-police community group following his 'overt hatred' displayed by tearing down only posters of Israeli hostages,

NYC police precinct council president tears down hostage posters

Haredi man attacked on the subway in New York

A woman physically assaulted the man and spat on his friend while shouting slurs about them being Jewish.

Haredi man attacked on the subway in New York

Eric Adams:

'There's an antisemite running for NYC mayor'

Incumbent mayor warns one of the candidates seeking his job is 'spewing antisemitism' in meeting with Jewish leaders.

'There's an antisemite running for NYC mayor'

NYC strips three yeshivas of 'school' status

Three more New York City yeshivas lose status and funding over secular education standards.

NYC strips three yeshivas of 'school' status

Trump Tower:

Jewish activists protest for release of Columbia activist

Nearly 100 protesters arrested after sit-in at Trump Tower in NYC to demand release of Mahmoud Khalil. Khalil became one of the faces of the protests against Israel at Columbia University last spring and now faces possible de

Jewish activists protest for release of Columbia activist

NYC:

Old pics of mayoral hopeful Cuomo with Arafat spark controversy

Former Brooklyn state Assemblyman Dov Hikind says 'The only acceptable photo with Yasser Arafat is putting a knife in his back' after pictures of former governor with arch-terrorist resurface.

Old pics of mayoral hopeful Cuomo with Arafat spark controversy

Former NY Governor Andrew Cuomo announces NYC mayoral run

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo acknowledges past mistakes as he announces NYC mayoral run: New York City is in trouble.

Former NY Governor Andrew Cuomo announces NYC mayoral run

Ritchie Torres to Kathy Hochul:

'Lip service on mask ban meaningless, buck stops with you'

Democratic Congressman rips NY Governor for dragging feet on reinstating a ban on masking in public to combat the antisemitism and violence that characterize anti-Israel protests.

'Lip service on mask ban meaningless, buck stops with you'

Hochul event at City College canceled due to anti-Israel protest

NY Governor announcement at NYC school canceled over safety concerns as protesters gather to accuse her of genocide for opposing antisemitism. 3 protestors arrested.

Hochul event at City College canceled due to anti-Israel protest

Anti-Israel protest in NYC marks Nasrallah’s funeral

Several dozen anti-Israel protesters hold funeral for Hezbollah leader in Manhattan’s Washington Square Park, chant “From the river to the sea, Palestine is almost free”.

Anti-Israel protest in NYC marks Nasrallah’s funeral

NYPD investigating hate crime

Jewish girl assaulted in Williamsburg

New York City Police Department searching for an individual who assaulted a Jewish girl in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. The incident is being investigated by the NYPD’s Hate Crimes Task Force.

Jewish girl assaulted in Williamsburg

Bribery charges against NYC Mayor Adams to be dismissed

US Justice Department directs federal prosecutors to dismiss the bribery case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

Bribery charges against NYC Mayor Adams to be dismissed

New York City:

Councilwoman quits Caucus for silence on Hamas treatment of women

Councilwoman Inna Vernikov left the NYC Council's Women's Caucus after it failed to unequivocally condemn Hamas's actions against Israeli women.

Councilwoman quits Caucus for silence on Hamas treatment of women

New in NY: Yad Vashem Way

Unique Yad Vashem exhibit and street naming highlight NYC’s commitment to remember the Holocaust.

New in NY: Yad Vashem Way

'Genocide Cuisine'

Israeli restaurant in New York City vandalized

Miriam restaurant in Park Slope found vandalized with the words “Israel Steals Culture” and “Genocide Cuisine” spray-painted in red.

Israeli restaurant in New York City vandalized

New York:

Hundreds hail 'Palestinian resistance' at rally in Times Square

Hundreds chant anti-Israel slogans at a rally in Times Square held to mark the ceasefire and hostage release between Israel and Hamas.

Hundreds hail 'Palestinian resistance' at rally in Times Square

Survey:

3/4 of New Yorkers support mask ban amid anti-Israel protests

#UnMaskHateNY publishes results of survey finding 75% of New Yorkers support revival of bans on masking in public as anti-Israel activists frequently wear masks during hate-filled demonstrations and while committing hate crimes.

3/4 of New Yorkers support mask ban amid anti-Israel protests

Anti-Israel protesters in NY:

'We don’t want no Zionists here'

Pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators gather outside NYU Tisch Hospital, demand release of Gaza doctor arrested by IDF over Hamas ties, while chanting slogans against Israel and holding signs with anti-Israel messages.

'We don’t want no Zionists here'

NYPD:

Most hate crimes in 2024 targeted Jews

Antisemitic hate crimes rose 7% in 2024 over 2023 levels even as overall hate crimes fell, constituting 55% of all hate crimes committed in New York City.

Most hate crimes in 2024 targeted Jews

NYC:

Hindu spiritual leader to serve as hate crime prevention chief

Vijah Ramjattan, Hindu spiritual leader and activist, tapped for NYC’s top anti-hate crime post.

Hindu spiritual leader to serve as hate crime prevention chief

Suspected antisemitic ramming in Brooklyn was accident

After accusations incident in which a Jewish woman and her children were hit by a car was an anti-Jewish hate crime, NYPD confirms incident was a traffic accident.

Suspected antisemitic ramming in Brooklyn was accident

New York City:

45-year-old pushed onto subway tracks

Man pushed onto subway tracks in front of an approaching train, suffering critical injuries. Person of interest detained.

45-year-old pushed onto subway tracks