Dundalk Man Pleads Guilty to Antisemitic Vandalism at Jewish Cemetery
A Dundalk man has pleaded guilty to damaging religious property after vandalizing Jewish gravestones with swastikas and other antisemitic symbols at a Baltimore County cemetery in 2023. George Horn, 36, admitted targeting Ohr Knesseth Israel Anshe Sfard Cemetery specifically because it is Jewish, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for Maryland. He faces a maximum […]
With early voting starting today, Rabbi Boruch Neuberger Shares His Voting Preferences for the General Election
Torah Institute Expansion Takes Shape as Walls Rise and Construction Milestones Continue (Pictures)
Baltimore, MD – October 22, 2026 – Exciting progress continues at Torah Institute/Yeshivas Kochav Yitzchak as construction of the Cheder’s new building moves steadily forward. With walls beginning to rise and rooms taking shape, the vision of an expanded campus is becoming more visible with each passing week. Recent construction milestones include the paving of […]
Shin Bet Removes Social Media Accounts Suspected of Interfering in Israeli Election
Israel’s Shin Bet security agency has removed multiple social media accounts suspected of attempting to influence the country’s upcoming election, the agency announced Thursday. According to the Shin Bet, the accounts were involved in activity that could allow foreign actors to interfere in the election process. The agency said it would continue working to protect […]
Watch: Rabbi Labish Becker – Lech Le’cha 5787: “Against All Odds”
Ilhan Omar Says She Must Move After Federal Agents Search Her Home
Federal agents searched Rep. Ilhan Omar’s (D-Minn.) Washington, D.C., home on October 12 as part of a criminal investigation reportedly focused on possible false statements in immigration paperwork from decades ago. The probe has renewed scrutiny of allegations about Omar’s immigration history that have circulated for years. According to The Washington Post, investigators are examining […]
Cow on the Mooo-ve: Runaway Bovine Makes Its Way Onto I-695 (Video)
Baltimore, MD – October 22, 2026 – Udder chaos unfolded when a runaway cow led Baltimore County police on an unexpected chase after escaping from a Pikesville farm. The cow fled through the woods before taking its great escape all the way to the Beltway. The adventure began around 1 p.m. Wednesday, when the cow escaped from […]
Torah Institute Fifth Graders Celebrate Haschalas Gemara with Over 300 Parents and Grandparents
Baltimore, MD – October 21, 2026 – This past Sunday, Torah Institute/Yeshivas Kochav Yitzchak celebrated a special milestone as its four fifth-grade classes marked the exciting occasion of Haschalas Gemara. More than 300 parents and grandparents joined the talmidim for this meaningful step in their journey toward becoming shtarke Bnei Torah. The boys, together with […]
Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Avi Ray on the birth of a baby boy!
Baltimore, MD – October 21, 2026 – BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Avi Ray and their family on the birth of a baby boy. יה״ר שיזכו לגדלו לתורה, לחופה ולמעשים טובים. אמן.
National Geographic Names Baltimore a Top Destination for 2027
Baltimore, MD – October 21, 2026 – Baltimore has been named one of 25 destinations on National Geographic’s “Best of the World 2027” list, which highlights places around the globe worth visiting in the coming year. A major reason for the recognition is Baltimore’s role in American railroad history. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, chartered […]