Philadelphia

Haverford College settles antisemitism suit with Jewish group over post-Oct. 7 actions

"Harassing, excluding or seeking to silence Jewish community members on the basis of their beliefs, or any other element of their Jewish identity... is anathema to the College's core principles."

President of Haverford College Wendy Raymond testifie during a hearing before the House Education and Workforce Committee at the Rayburn House Office Building on May 7, 2025 in Washington, DC.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with US Democratic Senator John Fetterman in Washington, July 29, 2026.

Fetterman rejects Gaza genocide claim, says he would rather lose voters than abandon Israel

The restored ark of the synagogue at Philadelphia's Eastern State Penitentiary, whose history is explored in the new exhibit "Freedom Through Faith."

Inside America’s first prison synagogue: New exhibit tells the story of Jewish inmates who built it

Goldie Falafel, owned by Michael Solomonov, was the target of a pro-Palestinian protest in Philadelphia, Dec. 3, 2023.

Michael Solomonov’s restaurant group says anti-Israel boycott did not cause closure of 6 locations


In 24 hours, Philadelphia synagogue targeted by antisemitic arson, burglary and vandalism

The synagogue, which is one of the oldest in the US, was subjected to three separate incidents over a few days.

 Aftermath of vandalism at Mikveh Israel synagogue, including arson, a dumpster fire, and an attempted break-in of the office of Rabbi Yosef Zarnighian, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia

In Philadelphia’s suburbs, an army of canvassers targets Jewish voters

Harris’s campaign sees Jewish voters in seven swing states as critical targets.

 Ilene Miller holds a postcard she volunteered to send out to Jewish voters on behalf of the Democratic Committee. Pennsylvania, September 17, 2024.

Temple University investigating pro-Palestinian march at campus Hillel

Temple University is investigating a pro-Palestinian protest where demonstrators targeted the campus Hillel, leading to potential disciplinary actions for students involved.

 Mohammad Sharab wearing a Hamas emblem at an anti-Israel rally on Sunday.

ADL files civil right complaint over alleged antisemitism in Philadelphia school district

The ADL filed a civil rights complaint against the Philadelphia School District for failing to address systemic antisemitism in schools.

 CEO of Pfizer Albert Bourla speaks during the Anti-Defamation League's "Never is Now" summit at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in Manhattan in New York City, New York, U.S., November 10, 2022.

Israeli flag splashed with red paint in Philadelphia

The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia said the mayor's office quickly replaced the defaced flag.

 A flag from a Miami eatery was defaced on June 16.

The couple who married at the age of 100: 'We submitted a request to 'Guinness World Records'

Littman's granddaughter, Sarah Littman said that her grandfather, an engineer, was married for 65 years.

 Barnie Lipman marries Margery in Philadelphia. May 19, 2024.

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

Philadelphia-area synagogues vandalized with antisemitic graffiti. Governor, CNN anchor condemn acts. Incidents believed related to Israel-Hamas conflict.

 Neo-Nazis wave swastika flags outside of Georgia synagogue this past June

Philadelphia Jewish restaurant faces 'genocide' chants by hundreds of anti-Israel protesters

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro sternly addressed the incident, saying, "Tonight in Philly, we witnessed a blatant act of antisemitism."

 Philadelphia Jewish restaurant faces 'genocide' chants by hundreds of anti-Israel protesters

Rash of mass shootings kills 10 in US ahead of July 4 holiday

Just four days into July, three different cities in the US have experienced mass shootings so far this month.

 Police deploy at the scene of a mass shooting near Slugger Field baseball stadium in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. April, 10, 2023.

Four killed, four wounded in Philadelphia shooting

Just before 8:40 p.m. police officers said they had apprehended a male suspect wearing a ballistic vest and recovered a rifle and handgun in a nearby alleyway.

 Police tape is pictured at a crime scene after a deadly mass shooting on South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, June 5, 2022.