New York
Brooklyn’s Hasidic Jews are acting like they have herd immunity. Could they be right?
Nearly four months after the virus first arrived, Jewish life has returned to Hasidic Brooklyn.
New York Jewish Week to put print edition on hiatus
The move by the nearly 150-year-old weekly is due in part to the financial effects of the coronavirus crisis.
Milton Glaser loved New York — and was its greatest observer
Glaser gave the confused energies of post-war America a visual outlet.
What does Phase 2 look like for New York’s iconic Jewish restaurants?
Those who have announced plans to reopen are already receiving reservation requests from quarantine-weary patrons.
DOJ letter argues NYC mayor is being unfairly strict with Orthodox Jews
The letter specifically cited the mayor’s focus on dispersing Jewish community gatherings.
Crown Heights mural transforms anti-Semitic vandalism into message of peace
“Everyone was passing by and taking pictures, not just Jews.”
NYC playgrounds will open next week, ending protests by Orthodox Jews
The reopening comes less than a week after Orthodox lawmakers cut the chains off a playground in defiance of the mayor’s orders.
Cutting playground chains, NY Orthodox lawmakers escalate battle against closures
In a tweet Monday evening, Orthodox lawmakers said they would open the parks themselves if the mayor refused to do so.
Orthodox Jews, Catholic priests sue NY over worship restrictions
The lawsuit accuses Gov. Andrew Cuomo of violating the plaintiffs’ rights to free exercise of religion.
New York Is allowing day camps to open. Some Jewish camps are still staying closed.
Camps are still unsure whether they can manage the health risks and kids will be able to follow social distancing guidelines.