Following the October 7th Hamas massacre, Americans have watched our country’s college campuses devolve into cesspools of naked, unabashed antisemitism. Antisemitic and anti-Israel vitriol from students and professors; praise for Hamas and its butchery; threats, assaults, and violence against Jewish students have all become a daily occurrence that is met only with a tepid response from officials of even the most elite universities.  Agudath Israel of America applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Antisemitism Awareness Act (H.R. 6090) which will provide another critical weapon in the fight against the scourge of antisemitism on campus. This bipartisan legislation introduced by Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Representative Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) direct...
The US House of Representatives on Wednesday voted overwhelmingly in favor of the bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act, CNN reported. The bill would mandate that when the Department of Education enforces federal anti-discrimination laws it uses a definition of antisemitism put forward by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance. The House vote was 320 to 91 with 70 Democrats and 21 Republicans voting against the bill. The GOP opposition largely came from the right flank of the conference. The bill would next need to be taken up by the Senate. New York Republican Mike Lawler, who introduced the legislation, said in a statement, “It’s critical that we crack down on antisemitic hate within our own country.” “I’m thankful for the bipartisan ...
Baltimore, MD – May 1, 2024  -  BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Rabbi and Mrs Yoseph Shapiro on the birth of a daughter. Mazel Tov to the grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Shuey Shapiro and Dr. and Mrs. David Loebenberg     יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בתם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – May 1, 2024 -  BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Shimshie Methal (Passaic) & Chani Silberberg (Baltimore)  on their engagement. Mazel Tov Avi & Miriam Methal and Dovid & Goldie Silberberg יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – May 1, 2024 - It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Elaine Ruth Weiman, a’h, mother of Yisroel Weiman. Shiva will be observed at 3220 Hatton Road, Baltimore, MD 21208.The avel will be davening in shul.   Visiting times: Thursday, May 2:    1:00PM-6:00PM / 8:30PM-9:30PM Friday, May 3:         10:00AM – 12:00 Noon / 2:00PM – 4:00PM Sunday, May 5:       10:00AM – 12:00 Noon / 2:00PM – 6:30PM Monday, May 6:     10:00Am – 12:00 Noon / 2:00PM – 4:00PM Bila Hamaves LaNetzach...  
Baltimore, MD - May 1, 2024  - Just one day before early voting begins, Thiru Vignarajah announced on Wednesday that he's dropping out of the mayoral race and endorsing Sheila Dixon. "It was not an easy choice to draw to a close our campaign," he said behind a "Shelia Dixon for Mayor" podium on Wednesday. A senior campaign source with the Brandon Scott campaign told WMAR-2 News that Vignarajah offered to consider endorsing Scott, in exchange for consideration that he be installed as either the police commissioner or City Schools CEO. The two met this morning, where Mayor Scott let Vignarajah know it wouldn't happen. "Thiru's endorsement was for sale," said the source, and "we know what the price was when he came to us." The same source said that this is what Scott ...
Baltimore, MD - May 1, 2024  - The Maryland State Board of Elections is reminding voters that early voting for the 2024 Primary Election begins Thursday. Voting continues through Thursday, May 9, 2024. Early voting runs each day during that period, including Saturday and Sunday, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
“We encourage every eligible voter in Maryland to make a plan to vote and early voting is a convenient option to consider when making that plan,” said State Administrator Jared DeMarinis. “Early voting allows voters to ensure their voice is heard in casting their ballots during a time that works best for their schedules.”
Marylanders, who currently are not registered, may register to vote and cast a ballot that same day in-person during...
Baltimore, MD (Wednesday, May 1, 2024) - Today, Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced an investment of $10 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to support the Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD). As part of this investment, the Department of General Services (DGS) will use $4.1 million in ARPA funding towards BCFD facility improvements, including bathroom renovations and boiler and generator replacements. In addition, DGS will use $1.2 million in ARPA funding for roof repairs at multiple sites. The Baltimore City Fire Department also plans to allocate $4.7 million in ARPA funding toward strategic acquisitions of life-saving equipment, reinforcing safety standards for our firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, and the broader Baltimore community.   “O...
UPDATED as of 2:40PM - Area Now OpenBaltimore, MD – May 1, 2024 – 2:25 PM - A wire has fallen and is lying across Greenspring Ave approaching the on-ramp to I-695 when approaching from the city.  
Baltimore, MD - May 1, 2024 - 1:35PM - Please note the following important updates to Post-Pesach Store Info Guide. This information supersedes any information on lists that were previously posted. Shoprite: Chometz may be purchased ONLY from the Shoprite store located at 37 Aylesbury Rd. Timonium, Maryland. We can not confirm the chometz status of other Shoprite stores in the Baltimore area. Giant & Target - The local stores in the Baltimore metropolitan area have been confirmed to be permissible to buy chometz from. Other cities may have a different status so when travelling check with the local Kashrus agency. Dunkin Donuts – There is now only ONE Kosher certified location, at 7002 Reisterstown Rd. No other locations in our area are currently kosher certified.
New York, NY - May 1, 2024 - This Sunday marks the Five Boro Bike Tour, expected to impact traffic significantly. Click here for the bike tour maps which should help you navigate your travels.
Baltimore, MD - May 1, 2024 - On Wednesday, The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation announced the state is extending the 2024 deadline to submit annual reports and personal property tax returns to June 17 due to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
“Alongside the entire Moore administration, it is our top priority to support the thousands of workers and businesses impacted by the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge,” said Interim Director Dan Phillips. “By extending this filing deadline, businesses already in good standing with the state will remain in good standing for an extra two months to be eligible for crucial relief programs.”
In a recent release State officials say all domestic and foreign business e...
Baltimore, MD – May 1, 2024 – (WBAL) Students involved in an anti-Israel encampment at Johns Hopkins University returned to campus after their negotiating team failed to reach an agreement with university administrators. The protesters demand divestment from Israel, termination of the degree program with Tel-Aviv University, and cessation of Department of Defense funding for weapons development. The Baltimore chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace expressed support for the students' efforts, emphasizing the demand for Palestinian freedom and an end to U.S. support for Israel. The encampments were organized by various student groups to urge the university to end investments in Israel and the U.S. military-industrial complex.
Baltimore, MD - May 1, 2024  - It will cost more to park at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport starting in the summer. The airport announced on Wednesday that parking fees are increasing for the first time since 2009. The new parking rates take effect for vehicles that enter parking facilities on July 1, as follows. Long-term lots increase from $8/day to $11/dayExpress parking increases from $10/day to $14/dayThe daily garage increases from $12/day to $16/dayThe hourly garage increases from $22/day to $30/dayBWI-Marshall Rail Station Garage increases from $9/day to $12/dayRead more on WBALTV 
Washington, D.C. - May 1, 2024  - We have all been stunned and outraged by what we have been hearing and seeing on America’s college campuses: Antisemitic and anti-Israel vitriol from students and professors; praise for Hamas and its butchery; threats, assaults, and violence against Jewish students; tepid response from university officials. Jewish students are rightfully scared for their safety. And we must support them! Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Representative Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) have introduced the Antisemitism Awareness Act (H.R. 6090), which directs the U.S. Department of Education to use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) definition of antisemitism when investigating possible antisemitic actions on campus. Passage of this legisl...
Baltimore, MD – May 1, 2024 – 10:04AM - A fire in the Fallstaff Shopping Center (where Shabsi’s Judaica is located) has traffic shut down in both directions on Reisterstown Road.
Baltimore, MD - May 1, 2024  - Dozens of mail carriers from across the region gathered in downtown Baltimore Tuesday concerned about their safety. They raised their signs and lifted their voices and now they're expecting change. They gathered outside the main post office to ring the alarm, call attention, they say, to what's become a disturbing trend across the country: letter carriers being assaulted and robbed. "(Our workers) are out there doing their jobs and people out there pulling guns on them, taking the mail equipment, taking the mail, parcels and packages and we're fed up. Enough is enough," said Tony Vaughn, local president of the National Association of Letter Carriers. According to union leaders, since 2020, there've been 2,000 incidents reported acr...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday met with representatives of hostages' families and bereaved families from the Heroism and Hope Forum at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem. Speaking to the Forum, Netanyahu said, "The idea that we will halt the war before achieving all of its goals is out of the question." "We will enter Rafah and we will eliminate the Hamas battalions there – with or without a deal, in order to achieve the total victory." The Prime Minister also listened to the families' call to continue achieving the goals of the war and to withstand the international pressure. Earlier on Tuesday, it was reported that Netanyahu twice delayed the military operation in Rafah. Netanyahu's office denied earlier, similar reports.
Sources in the Hamas terror group have said that the Egyptian proposal for a prisoner swap deal is the best offer presented in recent months. Arab media claims that Israel has agreed to significantly compromise on a number of points which the terror group insisted on. According to the reports, Israel is willing to compromise on its presence in Gaza on the day after the war, and will not prevent Gazans from who left their homes from returning. It was also reported that Hamas will continue to rule Gaza, and there will be no international or Arab forces replacing it. London's Al-Quds Al-Arabi reported that there are still disagreements regarding the scope of Israel's withdrawal from the Netzarim area, as well as regarding the number of terrorists to be released in the ...
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