Mistake to elect ‘radical’ Mamdani, ‘Chicago Tribune’ ed board says “If New Yorkers are frustrated with Mayor Eric Adams, they should be careful not to trade him for someone who might preside over a city that is less competitive and less financially secure,” the editorial stated. Vita Fellig June 24, 2025
Increased police presence for Jewish areas in Chicago after DC shooting While the gunman came from Chicago, alderman Debra Silverstein said “there is no known threat” to the Jewish community, though security will be increased “out of an abundance of caution.” May 22, 2025
Chicago City Council appointee who tore down hostage posters steps down amid backlash Alderman Debra Silverstein stated that Mayor Brandon Johnson’s decision to appoint Ishan Daya “to a leadership position in Chicago is a deliberate slap in the face to the Jewish community.” May 19, 2025
‘Outrageous’ says Chicago Jewish Alliance of city’s mayor wearing keffiyeh “The keffiyeh isn’t just a cultural symbol. Not anymore,” the organization wrote. “It’s a flag of war.” April 24, 2025
DePaul University sued for Jew-hatred on campus, including assault The lawsuit is a “wake-up call," said the executive director of The Lawfare Project. "Ignoring the rights of Jewish students has consequences." April 3, 2025
Library’s OK to show anti-Israel film creates its own controversy Chicago Jewish Alliance said decision to show 'Israelism' violated Northbrook Library's code of conduct. Cliff Smith and josh weiner March 24, 2025
Chicago-area event draws 100 people to honor Bibas mother and sons “The brutal murder of Ariel, Kfir and Shiri Bibas has shaken us all,” Yinam Cohen, consul general of Israel to the Midwest, told JNS. Izzy Salant Feb. 25, 2025
Chicago takes a stand against Islamic terrorism and slavery in Africa The effort to bring the matter to a major American city was led by a coalition of human rights and abolitionist groups. Charles Jacobs and Ben Poser Feb. 24, 2025
‘Deep concern’ about anti-Israel, anti-US art, Chicago alderman tell mayor "Artwork that is this divisive should not use public funds without a clear, transparent vetting process," more than half of the Chicago City Council wrote. JNS Staff Jan. 22, 2025
