Pennsylvania

Antisemitism concerns:

Pennsylvania Supreme Court justice leaves Democratic Party

David Wecht says he is becoming an independent citing 'growing tolerance for antisemitism among leading Democrats.'

Abandoned Mahanoy City synagogue collapses, marking Jewish loss

A defunct synagogue, reminder of a once-proud community, collapses in Pennsylvania’s coal region.

Senator Fetterman hospitalized after fall near home

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman is recovering in a Pittsburgh hospital after suffering a fall caused by a ventricular fibrillation episode near his Braddock home.

'Profoundly offensive'

Pennsylvania diocese condemns Holocaust imagery on parade float

A Catholic school float featuring Auschwitz imagery sparks outrage in Pennsylvania. The Diocese of Harrisburg condemns it as “profoundly offensive” and pledges Holocaust education and process reforms.

False alarm:

Active shooter report at Villanova U deemed a 'cruel hoax'

A massive police response to an active shooter report at Villanova University turns out to be a "cruel hoax," the university's president says. The incident caused a lockdown and panic.

Hate returns to Squirrel Hill:

Antisemitic flyers strewn near Tree of Life synagogue site

Antisemitic fliers thrown from car in Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh.

9 anti-Israel protestors arrested at Swarthmore College

Police break up anti-Israel protest on Pennsylvania college campus after concerns arise over mask-wearing, presence of non-students at the protest.

Sa’ar to Gov. Shapiro:

'Attack on your family is an attack on Jews everywhere'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar speaks to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, condemns the arson at his home as “an attack on Jews everywhere,” and invites Shapiro to Israel.

'Appalling act of violence'

Israeli Consul in NY sends letter to Gov. Shapiro following arson

Israeli Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis, sent a letter to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro after the latter's residence was targeted on Saturday night in an arson attack.

Gov. Josh Shapiro:

Arson suspect cited 'what he wants to do to Palestinian people'

The suspect accused of attempting to murder Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro on the Seder night used Shapiro's alleged 'injustices against Palestinian people' in his justification for the late night arson.

Arson suspect in Pennsylvania Governor's home held without bail

Pennsylvania man accused of attempting to kill Gov. Josh Shapiro by setting fire to his official residence will remain behind bars for now. Authorities cite ongoing safety concerns and an unresolved investigation into potential motives, including antisemitism and mental health issues.

PA gov. mansion arson:

Suspect planned to physically assault Gov. Shapiro

The man suspected of torching the residence of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro said he planned on beating him with a sledgehammer and admitted to harboring hate against the Jewish governor.

One in custody:

Arson at Pennsylvania governor Josh Shapiro's residence

The Pennsylvania State Police are currently investigating a suspected arson that occurred overnight at the Governor’s Residence in Harrisburg.

Pennsylvania:

Policeman killed in hospital hostage situation

Man with rifle enters hospital in York, Pa, and takes multiple hospital staff hostage before being killed in shootout with police.

Arrest made in murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Man with multiple fake IDs, a manifesto, a gun, and a silencer arrested at Pennsylvania McDonald’s in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare insurance division CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan last week.

Haredi vote tip the scales?

Distribution of the Jewish voting map in Pennsylvania

Historic change! Haredi consultant claims Trump skewed traditional voting patterns of the Jewish community, which historically leaned toward Democrats.

Pennsylvania poised to make history by electing Donald J. Trump

In 2016, it was Pennsylvania that put Donald Trump into the White House. Now, in 2024, Pennsylvania can make history once again by ensuring that Donald J. Trump is re-elected as the 47th President of the United States. Opinion.

Second time in a month

Pittsburgh: Jewish man injured in antisemitic assault

Police and FBI investigating second antisemitic assault at University of Pittsburgh in weeks.

Pittsburgh: Anti-Israel referendum won't be brought for a vote

Pittsburgh Israel-boycott referendum is dead after DSA declines to defend it in court.

Pittsburgh: Anti-Israel groups push referendum to boycott Israel

Pittsburgh Jewish groups hope to quash a referendum that would force the city to boycott Israel.

Pennsylvania:

Many Jewish voters concerned after Harris snubs Josh Shapiro

Jewish voters react to Kamala Harris's choice of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz of the popular governor of a crucial swing state, with some believing Harris caved to an antisemitic pressure campaign.

Pittsburgh:

Pittsburgh: Antisemitic graffiti scrawled at two Jewish locations

Red triangle, symbol associated with Hamas, is painted on Pittsburgh synagogue building.

Bystander:

Trump shooter was seen on roof

Watch: BBC interviews man who says that he saw the shooter minutes before shooting at Trump rally in Pennsylvania

Over 'Palestine'

Pennsylvania State Capitol evacuated after bomb threat

Unknown individual threatens to detonate explosives every few hours until President Biden goes on TV to denounce Israel. No bombs found after search.

Pennsylvania:

Bill would bar funding for schools that divest from Israel

Pennsylvania’s state Senate approves legislation that would block state aid from going to university that boycotts or divests from Israel.

Pennsylvania: Two synagogues defaced with antisemitic graffiti

Officials condemn antisemitic and anti-Israel vandalism at 2 Philadelphia-area synagogues.

Pennsylvania:

More than 100 anti-Israel protesters arrested

Police arrest more than 100 people who were protesting the Pennsylvania state government's investments in Israel.

Pennsylvania:

Sabra products vandalized by anti-Israel activists

Stickers saying the hummus was 'contaminated with apartheid and Zionism' were stuck on the products.

Penn. Gov. condemns 'antisemitic' protest outside restaurant

Governor Josh Shapiro says 'Restaurant targeted because its owner is Jewish. Hate and bigotry is reminiscent of a dark time in history.'

Two girls suspected kidnapped by their mother

Two girls from the United States are suspected to have been kidnapped by their mother to prevent them returning to their father's custody.

Philadelphia suburb targeted with antisemitic stickers

Antisemitic vandalism spree continues in Philadelphia suburbs, with police expressing frustration they cannot do more.

Antisemitic symbols found in Pennsylvania university classroom

Susquehanna University condemns antisemitism after two swastikas found drawn on classroom whiteboard.

Pennsylvania:

Lawmakers form state’s first Jewish legislative caucus

Caucus will work to strengthen hate crime laws, speak out against antisemitism, expand security for community, and celebrate Jewish culture.

Pennsylvania:

Man guilty of defacing campus Jewish center with Hitler stickers

Stickers were plastered on the sign of the Asbell Center for Jewish Life at Dickinson College, leading to domestic terrorism investigation.

Pennsyvania:

Governor Josh Shapiro takes oath of office on 3 Hebrew Bibles

Jewish Democrat takes over as the state's 48th governor, giving speech encouraging bipartisanship with divided state government.

Pennsylvania:

Jewish governor will be sworn in with historic Bible

Holy book belonged to Jewish US army soldier who landed with infantry on Omaha Beach during D-Day.

Pennsylvania billboard with swastika leaves residents outraged

Officials refuse to act, claiming privately owned billboard is not breaking any laws.

Pennsylvania Gov.-elect:

'Who cares if Mastriano calls to concede defeat?'

Doug Mastriano concedes defeat to his opponent Josh Shapiro, hours after Shapiro seems unfazed by the fact he hasn't called him yet.

Democrat Josh Shapiro wins Pennsylvania governor’s race

Josh Shapiro, Democrat who made his Jewishness a campaign focus, wins Pennsylvania governor’s race

Pennsylvania Governor's Race:

‘We probably love Israel more than a lot of Jews do’

Rebecca Mastriano, wife of Republican candidate for Pennsylvania governor, says her family 'loves Israel more than a lot of Jews do.'

Pennsylvania candidate's wife:

'We probably love Israel more than a lot of Jews do'

Wife of candidate for Governor Doug Mastriano tells Israeli reporter: We probably love Israel more than a lot of Jews do.

Pennsylvania Governor's Race:

'Shapiro is at best a secular Jew, as Biden is secular Catholic'

Aide to GOP nominee for Pennsylvania governor's race under fire for criticizing Attorney General highlighting his Jewishness in campaign.

Multiple people shot at Pennsylvania amusement park

At least three people shot in

GOP candidate calls Jewish day school 'privileged, elite'

GOP candidate Doug Mastriano makes opponent Josh Shapiro’s Jewish day school an issue in PA governor race.

Biden’s approval rating tanking in home district

Recent poll shows only 38% of voters in district containing Biden's home town of Scranton approve of the job he's done as president.

Pennsylvania: Governor nominee says he rejects antisemitism

Pennsylvania GOP governor nominee Doug Mastriano, under fire for Gab ties, says he rejects antisemitism ‘in any form.’

Pennsylvania man strangled to death by pet boa constrictor

A Pennsylvania resident was strangled to death after his 18-foot-long pet snake wrapped itself around his neck.

Tree of Life synagogue to reopen as memorial and museum

New institute will also contain Holocaust center and space for Tree of Life congregation to hold services.

Pennsylvania AG highlights Shabbat in gubernatorial campaign ad

Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania attorney general who is running for governor, launches first TV ads in Democratic primary race.

Trump endorses Mehmet Oz for Pennsylvania Senate

Recent poll showed that Oz and his primary opponent Dave McCormick are neck-and-neck among likely GOP primary voters.

Pennsylvania:

Collision involving dozens of vehicles kills at least 3

Collision on Interstate 81 sends more than a dozen to hospitals. Investigation still going.

Stabbing attack at Pennsylvania college leaves one student dead

Stabbing attack at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania leaves one student dead and two others injured.

Jewish Temple University student targeted by roommate

Jewish student at Temple University shocked to receive antisemitic text from new roommate.

Why non-Jewish Republican used a shofar

Tallit and shofar featured prominently at launch of Pennsylvania state senator Doug Mastriano's gubernatorial campaign.

Pennsylvania gov, announces $6.6 million to Tree of Life site

Pennsylvania will allocate $6.6 million in funding for the redevelopment of the Tree of Life synagogue campus where 11 people were killed.

Pennsylvania college Jewish center defaced with Hitler stickers

Anti-Semitic stickers were plastered on the sign of the Asbell Center for Jewish Life at Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA.

Pennsylvania city's menorah vandalized before start of Hanukkah

A menorah in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania was vandalized on Friday night, two days before the start of Hanukkah.

Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania AG, declares candidacy for governor

Josh Shapiro, the Pennsylvania AG who made headlines pushing back against bid to reverse Biden’s win in the state, is running for governor.

UPenn pro-Palestinian group urges cancellation of Israel tour

Newly formed group attacks 7-day tour of Israel as "well-funded campaign" to "deflect attention...from ongoing human rights abuses."

OU 'disappointed' in decision to defund safety programs

Jewish community leaders concerned as Pennsylvania legislature defunds safety resources for at-risk groups.