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America's Northeast Braces for New Storm in Wake of Sandy
With more than a million households still without power following Hurricane Sandy, eastern New York braces for another storm: a nor'easter.
US Voters Wait .. and Wait to Cast Their Ballots
Thanks to Hurricane Sandy, in some states US voters waited for more than an hour before being able to cast their ballots.
1.4 Million Still in Dark from Hurricane Sandy
More than a million households are still in the dark one week after Hurricane Sandy struck the Eastern Seaboard of the United States.
22 Torah Scrolls Found Damaged in Belle Harbor
In a single seaside community, volunteers from New York's Jewish Shomrim organization have discovered 22 damaged Torah scrolls.
Major US Media Want a Change, Switch Support to Romney
The New York Daily News surprises analysts and endorses Romney, NY Post, Newsday, Florida and Texas newspapers also want a change.
NYC Chabad-Lubavitch Heads Out to Help with Hurricane Relief
Chabad-Lubavitch emissaries are on another "mission from G-d" -- this time, organizing volunteers for hurricane relief in New York City.
Another First for Sandy: 2012 NYC Marathon Canceled
Chalk up another "first" for Hurricane Sandy in the annals of New York: the 2012 NYC Marathon, set for Sunday, has been canceled.
Giuliani: Obama Should 'Resign' Over Libya, Economy, Sandy
Rudy Giuliani tore into Obama, saying the president should "resign" over terrorist attack in Libya and for campaigning after Hurricane Sandy
New York's Venerable Bellevue Hospital Evacuates Post-Sandy
Another New York hospital -- venerable Bellevue -- has been forced to evacuate its patients due to damage from Hurricane Sandy.
Tri-State Commuters Crawling Back to Work Post-Sandy
Most commuters on Thursday in NY, NJ and CT had no choice but to drive, clogging roads into a crawl following Hurricane Sandy's destruction.
New York Slowly Getting Back to Normal, Sort Of
It's a slow process, but New York is making its way back to normal life in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.
Metro New York's Subway, Trains Down 'For Days'
Hurricane Sandy has totally paralyzed the underground system used by New Yorkers for more than a century to travel the city.
‘L-rd on High is Mightier than the Noise of Many Waters’
Sandy has turned back the New York area to the 19th century: No electricity, no trains, and in thousands of cases, no homes.
Hurricane Sandy Leaves 38 Dead, NYC Begins Recovery
New York begins recovery as Sandy abates. Thirty-eight people killed by storm.
‘Terrorism 101’ Teaches Terror to Fight Terror
NY police fume over a professor’s telling students to “hypothetically plan a terrorist attack” to help them prepare for intel careers.
In Pictures: Sandy Drowns the US; NY ‘Major Disaster Area’
Superstorm Sandy whips through New England, leaving behind $20 billion in damage. Obama declares NY City “major disaster area.”
Video: Fire Destroys 50 Homes in Hurricane-Flooded Queens
A six-alarm fire destroyed at least 50 homes in Queens, heavy populated by Israelis and US Jews, during the Frankenstorm Sandy storm.
Killer Sandy Leaves 16 Dead in US; Explosions at Power Plants
Sandy blows out of New York, leaves 16 dead and threatens more lives in New England. Mother Nature shuts down the Big Apple.
New York 'On Hold' for Hurricane Sandy
The City of New York is “on hold,” public transit shut down, stock exchange and stores closed for Hurricane Sandy. A7 Readers: send pics!
NY Plans Transit Service Timeout for Hurricane Sandy
Governor Cuomo orders MTA to plan for a possible “orderly suspension” of commuter services for Hurricane Sandy.
Brooklyn Cafe Charged with Adding $25 to Kippa-Wearing Jews
A popular Brooklyn cafe reportedly discriminates against Jews dressed in religious garb by enforcing a $25 minimum.
Terror Suspect Held in Plot to Bomb NY Fed
A Bangladeshi national is being held in connection with a plot to bomb the Federal Reserve Bank in New York City.
New York: Bangladeshi Man Arrested in Bombing Plot
A Bangladeshi man with links to Al-Qaeda arrested on charges of trying to bomb the Federal Reserve building.
New York City Sued Over Circumcision Laws
A new lawsuit is brought against the city of NYC against the banning of metzitza b'pe.
NYPD Increasingly Concerned Iran Will Attack Jews in New York
There is ongoing concern within the NYPD over an Iranian-sponsored terrorist attack in New York City, due to area's large Jewish population.
Faith Groups Launch Campaign to Counter Anti-Jihad Subway Ad
Jewish and Christian groups unveil three ad campaigns to counter the "Defeat Jihad" ad posted at some New York City subway stations.
Terrorism Scare at JFK Airport as PM Headed Back to Israel
A terrorism scare overtook JFK Airport Saturday night, when PM Netanyahu arrived for his flight back to Israel, after addressing the U.N.
Ahmadinejad's Cameraman Seeks Asylum in NYC Amid Growing Fears
A cameraman who accompanied Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to New York for the U.N. General Assembly has applied for asylum in US.
Swastika Spray Painted Near Home of Jewish Activists in New City
A swastika was found spray-painted Monday in a New York suburb, near the home of a Jewish activist whose parents survived the Holocaust.
Video: NY Muslim Day Speech Lauds ‘Suicide Babies’
A New York State Senator stormed off the stage of a Muslim Day speech by a jihadist who said, “We have the unborn martyrs in our wombs.”
Search Underway for Missing Brooklyn Teen
Police searching for 17-year-old Tzvi Hersh Stolzenberg, a Brooklyn resident who has been missing since Wednesday night.
Video: Netanyahu Meets NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg
PM Netanyahu and NYC Mayor Bloomberg meet following UN speech, emphasize the need for "red lines" for Iran.
Russian-Speaking Jewish Organization Added to UJA Federation
For the first time in 17 years, UJA-Federation of New York has added a new organization to its network, representing Russian-speaking Jewry.
Greek Neo-Nazi Golden Dawn Party Opens Office in New York City
Greece's neo-Nazi Golden Dawn party has set up an office in New York City, in an effort to reach out to Greek citizens living abroad.
Posters on 'Savage' Jihad Going Up in NYC Monday
Federal Judge told MTA it must put up pro-Israel ads that call to support 'civilized' Israel against jihad.
New Controversial Jihad Ads to Appear in NYC Subway Stations
A new pro-Israel advertisement is set to make its debut on New York City's subway system next week.
Israeli Law Center Sues Ahmadinejad's NYC Hotel
An Israeli law center is suing a NYC hotel that agreed to host the Iranian President during his visit next week, when he will address UN.
Video: Two Tornadoes Strike in New York City
Two tornadoes struck New York City on Saturday, causing damage and frightening residents, but resulting in no significant injuries.
Chabad Purchases Building on New York's Fifth Avenue
Chabad of Midtown Manhattan has closed on its purchase of a building on 509 Fifth Ave. for just under $40 million.
2 Dead in Empire State Building Shooting
A man shot his former co-worker at point-blank range Friday outside the Empire State Building. He was killed moments later by NYC police.
Two Dead in Shootout Near Empire State Building
Shooting and gun battle leaves two people dead outside the Empire State Building. Gunman was laid off last year and killed a co-worker.
NYC Subway Blast Sends Wave of Panic Down 2nd Ave.
An underground explosion at the 2nd Avenue subway project in Manhattan sent a wave of panic down the streets of NYC Tuesday.
NY Man Sentenced to Prison for Possessing Stolen Torah Scroll
A New York court has sentenced a resident of Liberty to prison for possessing a Torah Scroll stolen from a synagogue in Monticello.
JFK Airport Plotter Conspired to Kill 'Jewish Attorney'
Convicted mastermind of a plot to blow up pipelines at NYC's JFK airport is suspected of having conspired to murder his Jewish attorney.
Two Manhattan Synagogues Receive 'Sacred Sites' Grants
Two synagogues in Manhattan are among the “Sacred Sites” in New York State that have received grants for physical repairs.
British Bank Allegedly Hid $250 Billion in Iranian Transactions
A British bank is being accused of scheming with Iran to launder $250 billion, exposing the U.S. financial system to terrorist entities.
NY's Orthodox Jewish Senate Candidate Vows to Drop the 'Pink'
The 22-year-old orthodox Jewish woman running for office in the New York State Senate said that she is planning to "leave the pink at home"
NY Gov. Vetoes Education Bill Benefiting Religious Students
NY Governor Cuomo vetoed a bill that would have made it easier for religious students with special needs to receive tuition reimbursements.
Jewish Journalist: Anti-Israel Ads in NY are Also Anti-Semitic
Journalist Dovid Efune explains the danger in the anti-Israel ads that recently appeared in New York train stations.
Settlement Reached in NY Shabbat Dispute
NY State Attorney General announced a settlement with a company accused of discriminating against Shabbat-observant employees.
Anti-Israel Candidate Demands Recount after Huge Loss
Charles Barron, who has called Israel a “terrorist state," was clobbered in his bid for a Congressional seat but demanded a recount.
Sesame Street's Elmo Creates Anti-Semitic Disturbance in NYC
A man in an Elmo costume was removed from Central Park in New York City after going on an anti-Semitic rant.
Gilad Shalit Receives Honorary NYC Welcome
Gilad Shalit met with New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, marking the sixth anniversary of his capture.
Ad: 'Is This The Man You Want in Congress?'
The ECI has released a new ad documenting the racist and anti-Israel statements made by Democratic congressional candidate Charles Barron.
Israeli ‘Smart Garage’ Helps Cure NY Parking Pain
Israel’s Pango company has parked itself in New York with a “smart garage” app to help cure the headache of parking in New York City.
New York Boys Choir Sings in Honor of the "Kids of Courage"
New up-to-beat musical clip pays tribute to the activity of "Kids of Courage" on behalf of children with serious medical conditions.
NYC Billboard Warns: 'Dear Jew: Shield Your Eyes!'
On the way to Manhattan, Ultra-Orthodox Jews warn: “Dear Jew: You are entering a dangerous place. Shield your eyes.”
Religious Jews Lead New York to Jewish Growth
New York’s Jewish population is on the rise after decades of decline. Researchers credit orthodox birthrates.
New York: Jewish Man Killed by Train
A Jewish man was killed by a train in New York. Volunteers devastated as they recognize their friend.