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Slain security guard of California mosque engaged gunmen in shootout, hailed as hero

The security guard of the San Diego mosque, identified as Amin Abdullah, opened fire on the two gunmen before being fatally shot in the parking lot.

|ByREUTERS
A police officer stands outside the Islamic Centre of San Diego the morning following a shooting, in San Diego, California, US, May 19, 2026.
A police officer stands outside the Islamic Centre of San Diego the morning following a shooting, in San Diego, California, US, May 19, 2026.

‘Anti-Islamic writings’ found in car of California mosque shooting suspects, official says

The two teenage suspects of the Islamic Center of San Diego shooting appear to have been radicalized online, said an FBI agent.

|ByREUTERS
A police officer stands guard as emergency workers respond at the scene of a reported active shooter situation at the Islamic Center in San Diego, California, US, May 18, 2026.

Terrorists 'will be brought to justice,' San Diego mayor warns after deadly mosque shooting

San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl said local law enforcement and the FBI were investigating the attack on the largest mosque in San Diego County as a hate crime.

|ByMAYA ZANGER-NADIS
Emergency workers respond at the scene of a reported active shooter situation at the Islamic Center, with yellow tape to cordon the area in the foreground, in San Diego, California, US, May 18, 2026.

Three killed in shooting at San Diego mosque, two teenage gunmen found dead

Police say three men were shot dead outside San Diego’s largest mosque Monday before two teenage suspects were found dead from apparent self-inflicted gunshots.

|ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF

Renowned psychologist and Auschwitz survivor Edith Eger dies at 98

“I don’t have time to hate. I don’t forget what happened to me. I may not overcome it – I think I came to terms with it, and I was able to integrate it,” Eger said in a 1998 interview.

MAY 12, 2026ByLEO FEIERBERG BETTER
Clinical psychologist, professor and author Edith Eger poses during an interview with AFP on May 7, 2019, in Lausanne.

San Diego launches student contest to celebrate Jewish American heritage

This educational initiative will confront rising antisemitism, while empowering the next generation through knowledge, creativity, and a deeper understanding of Jewish American contributions

MARCH 22, 2026ByCOMBAT ANTISEMITISM MOVEMENT
U.S. President Joe Biden and second gentleman Doug Emhoff attend a celebration for Jewish American Heritage Month, in the Rose Garden at the White House, in Washington, U.S. May 20, 2024.

At least three US vessels depart San Diego, en route to Middle East, source tells 'Post'

A US Navy Third Fleet statement said the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit is conducting "routine operations" in the Pacific Ocean, but a source told the Post that it is en route to the Middle East.

MARCH 20, 2026ByJAMES GENN
The USS Boxer departs from Naval Base San Diego, March 18, 2026.

'Israelis steal kidneys': Teacher gets fired in California after sharing antisemitic video

“There’s no chance we would allow such a person to enter classrooms,” a local Israeli told N12.

FEBRUARY 8, 2026ByLARA SUKSTER MOSHEYOF
Jewish students at El Camino Real Charter High School walk out to protesting antisemitic incidents at the Los Angeles school on Feb. 27, 2024.

Rabbi barred from San Diego MLK event sparks backlash from Jewish groups

“The decision to disinvite me is, in my view, a disservice to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” wrote Rabbi Hanan Leberman.

JANUARY 22, 2026ByGRACE GILSON/JTA
Rabbi Hanan Leberman leads attendees at the AJC Global Forum in the singing of Tfila Leshlom Hamedina at the Davidson Plaza in the Old City of Jerusalem in June 2018.

WATCH: Labrador swept out to sea rescued by San Diego Fire Department lifeguards

Sadie, the five-year-old pup, escaped her home while her family was distracted by a football game.

DECEMBER 10, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Sadie, a 5-year-old dog, was rescued after being swept out to sea.

Copper wound dressings from Israel take top prize at San Diego summit

Israeli startup’s copper-infused wound dressings recognized for innovation, quality, and commercial potential at San Diego conference.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
MedCu Technologies, an Israeli wound-care startup, won an innovation award at the Medtech Strategist Innovation Summit in San Diego.

This Thanksgiving, Jewish gratitude begins with acknowledging the land beneath our feet - opinion

A San Diego rabbi explores the history of Rose Canyon and delves into how the synagogue's land acknowledgment connects Jewish values to indigenous justice.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025ByRABBI MIKE ROTHBAUM
The Indigenous Kumeyaay territory of 1769 includes modern-day San Diego and Baja California.

Four dead, four hospitalized after suspected migrant boat capsizes near San Diego, Coast Guard says

In addition to the eight casualties, one person was taken into custody by the US Border Patrol, the Coast Guard said.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025ByREUTERS
A vessel which capsized off the coast, prompting a search for its missing occupants, lies on a beach in Imperial Beach, California, US, November 14, 2025.

Sip by the sea: a local’s guide to San Diego’s beachside breweries

NOVEMBER 11, 2025ByTAMI DEMSKY
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