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Baltimore, MD - June 16, 2025:
עת צרה היא ליעקבThe Vaad HaRobbonim is convening a communal Asifa for Tfila for Achainu Kol Bais Yisroel, this Motzaei Shabbos, Parshas Shlach, 10:30 pm, at Kol Torah (Rabbi Yosef Berger’s shul).
May Hashem answer our Tefilos.
The IDF identified, shortly after midnight on Tuesday morning, that Iranian missiles had been launched towards Israeli territory.
"A short while ago, sirens sounded in several areas across Israel following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel," the IDF stated.
"The public is requested to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command. At this time, the IAF is operating to intercept and strike where necessary to eliminate the threat."
"The defense is not hermetic, therefore, it is essential to continue following the instructions of the Home Front Command," said the IDF.
Baltimore, MD - June 16, 2025 - To raise awareness about the 988 Helpline, Behavioral Health System Baltimore has installed four full-sized, bright purple phone booths at historic locations throughout the city, including the Inner Harbor and Mondawmin Mall.
The booths, which are part of a two-week campaign, play recorded messages that guide individuals on where to seek help if needed. Although the phones within the booths are not operational for direct calls, they offer an experience akin to speaking with a specialist.
"The booths are part of an ongoing effort to encourage Baltimoreans to use the 988 Helpline to support their emotional health and wellbeing," the organization said in a statement.
The vibrant colors of the booths, purple and orange, pay homage to Baltimore's sports t...
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announced Monday that all 55 attorneys general that represent all eligible states and U.S. territories have preliminarily agreed to sign a settlement with Purdue Pharma, and its owners, the Sackler family.
According to a press release, the Sackler family informed the attorneys general of its plan to proceed with the settlement, which could resolve litigation against Purdue Pharm and the Sacklers for their role in creating and worsening the opioid crisis across the United States.
Both local governments in Maryland and across the country will be asked to join the settlement contingent on bankruptcy court proceedings.
"The Opioid Crisis is responsible for thousands of deaths across Maryland, forever changing the lives of countless families who ...
The last piece addressed our relationships with peers — including spouses, friends, and family. In addition to those relationships, we should also have meaningful relationships with the generations that precede and follow our own.
Our Parents
Where We Come From
The Aseret Hadibrot begin with the commandments to believe in and serve only Hashem. The subsequent mitzvot call upon us to respect His holy name and sanctify His holy day. Before transitioning to the second half of the commandments, which address our relationships with others, the first half includes one additional mitzvah — to respect our parents.
Though the mitzvah of kibud av va’eim relates to other people, Hashem included it in the bein adam laMakom section of the Decalogue because the way we relate to our...
Tel Aviv, Israel - June 16, 2025 - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not ruled out the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.
In an interview with ABC, Netanyahu stated that the claim such an act would escalate the conflict is incorrect. On the contrary, he argued, it would lead to de-escalation and regime change within the Islamic Republic.
According to foreign reports, US President Donald Trump recently vetoed the assassination of Ayatollah Khamenei.
Earlier, The Wall Street Journal reported that Iran is urgently signaling its desire to end the military confrontation with Israel and resume nuclear negotiations with the United States.
The newspaper revealed that Tehran has been sending messages to both Jerusalem and Washington through offic...
Baltimore, MD - June 16, 2025 - The Baltimore Community Welcomes פוסק הדור הגאון הגדול רבי יצחק יוסף שליט"אThe Rav delivered a shiur today at Yehivas Ner Yisroel:
ספק דאורייתא לחומרא – דין דאורייתא או דרבנן
HaShomer HaChadash Volunteers Assist Bnei Brak Residents Following Iranian Missile Strike
Volunteers from HaShomer HaChadash operated today to assist Bnei Brak residents whose homes were damaged during last night’s Iranian missile fire. Working in partnership with the humanitarian organization “Lev Echad” (One Heart), the volunteers provided support to affected families.
The volunteer teams arrived immediately upon receiving calls for help, assisting residents in evacuating personal belongings and essential equipment from their damaged properties. All operations were conducted in full coordination with emergency forces and local authorities.
“We are here for every Israeli citizen who needs help, at any time and in any place,” said Nitzan Moyal from HaShomer...
Baltimore, MD - June 16, 2025 - Coalition for Jewish Values (CJV), representing over 2,500 traditional, Orthodox rabbis in American public policy, today unrolled a powerful new advertising campaign in the heart of Times Square, identifying “Free Palestine” as a call for genocide against Jews. The ten-second CJV ad will appear multiple times per hour for the next thirty days on one of Times Square’s most recognizable billboards, and aims to raise awareness of the danger this movement poses to America.
Since the Hamas massacre of Israelis on October 7th, 2023, antisemitism in the United States has surged by over 200%, and the majority of all reported hate crimes in New York City have targeted the Jewish community. During the past two months alone, a d...
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose wrongful deportation to an El Salvador prison sparked national debate over Trump administration immigration crackdowns, entered not guilty pleas on Friday to two federal human smuggling charges.
Dressed in an orange jumpsuit and seated next to attorneys with the federal public defender’s office, Abrego Garcia spoke only once, through a translator. “I understand,” he said in response to the judge’s reading of the charges.
The charges against Abrego Garcia, 29, are “conspiracy to unlawfully transport illegal aliens for financial gain” and “unlawful transportation of illegal aliens for financial gain.”
Friday’s hearing, in a downtown Nashville federal courtroom, turned primarily on the question of whether Abr...
After a few years being out of service, the Penn-Camden shuttle is finally back on track beginning Sunday, June 15.
That's the Light Rail line that connects to Penn Station.
It was just in for Kristie Pinder to catch her first O’s game of the season.
“They did a grand slam, 7th inning. Brought everyone home. It was awesome!" she said.
At under $5 for a day pass, it was a no brainer.
And she wasn’t the only one.
“It was crowded. I didn't even have a seat to sit down, but I was comfortable with it and luckily we got back safe, but I'm good. Other than that i didn't have a problem," Pinder said.
The shuttle has been offline due to platform construction by Amtrak. It's unclear exactly when it was temporarily stopped.
The shuttle runs eve...
Dear Chaim V’Chessed,Over the past few days, as war-related disruptions continue to affect travel, Chaim V’Chessed and other dedicated organizations have been working nonstop to help people get where they need to go. That includes Israelis who are stranded abroad and trying to get back home — and it also includes foreign citizens who found themselves in Israel when the skies closed and are now trying to return to their home countries.It’s a complex operation, filled with uncertainty and emotion. But there’s one important difference between these two groups - and it’s not just about geography.Yes, Israelis abroad are understandably desperate to get home. And yes, it’s tough for foreign nationals in Israel who weren’t planning to stay this long...
Jerusalem, Israel - June 16, 2025 - Due to the ongoing conflict with Iran, Israeli airspace remains closed to all passenger aircraft. It is now confirmed that this closure will remain in place at least through the end of this week, with no clear timeline for reopening.
This prolonged closure has left many Israeli travelers stranded abroad, while numerous visitors currently in Israel are unable to depart the country.
For those seeking to leave Israel, various alternative travel routes have been discussed, including:
Travel by sea to Cyprus
Land travel via Jordan or Egypt
However, each option presents significant logistical, legal, and safety hurdles. None have yet emerged as a practical, proven solution. In addition, a wave of ...
Baltimore, MD - June 16, 2025 - As July approaches, the hottest month of summer, BGE is reminding customers how they can save money by conserving energy.
Last Thursday, Governor Wes Moore, along with executives from several utility companies, including BGE, announced a new customer relief fund, aiming to reduce the burden of energy bills. Through a donation by Exelon, BGE's parent company, the fund will provide BGE residential customers with $15 million dollars. Individual customers who qualify could receive a one-time grant ranging from $250 to $750.
BGE says a customer’s bill will increase depending on how much electricity is used in their household.
Here are some tips on how to conserve energy:
Schedule service for your HVAC system to keep it operating efficiently....
Bat Yam, Israel - June 16, 2025 - Ner Yisrael Baltimore Alumnus and creator of the famous worldwide Semichas Chaver Program, IDF Chaplain Reb Elyada Goldvicht on the tragic scene in Bat Yam with a powerful message for Am Yisrael
Mazel Tov to Moshe, Dana—and Am Yisrael
I’m happy to share a small moment of Jewish civilian heroism—one of so many during these challenging times and that reminds us who we are and what we’re fighting for.
Rabbi David Moriah of the Givat Mordechai neighborhood in Jerusalem wrote to me about Moshe Zakkai and Dana Levi, a couple whose wedding day was planned for this past Sunday June 15. Of course, the date was mere hours after Israel launched its preemptive attack against Iran, and the Home Front Command has been prohibiting public gatherings due to safety considerations. On Friday morning, when they realized the situation, Moshe and Dana decided not to postpone the wedding.
Rabbi David Moriah wrote: “Dana is the daughter of the late Meir Levi, z”l, a...
Tel Aviv, Israel - June 16, 2025 - MDA Paramedic Dr. Gal Rosen said: “When we arrived at the scene of the rocket strike, we saw massive destruction caused by a missile that had hit near buildings on the street, and there was a fire at the site. Some of the residents were able to evacuate on their own, while others were rescued with the help of firefighters. We set up casualty triage points where we brought everyone who had come out of the buildings and began conducting assessments and providing medical care. A few minutes later, a 4-day-old baby was rescued and brought to me - he was conscious and showed no visible injuries. I immediately performed medical checks to assess his condition, and thankfully, he did not require any medical treatment. We placed him in the ambulance an...
The IDF announced that on Sunday, the Israeli Air Force struck a building near Tehran housing four senior figures in the Iranian regime’s intelligence apparatus. The operation was carried out based on precise intelligence provided by the IDF Intelligence Directorate.
Among those killed was Mohammad Kazemi, head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Intelligence Organization since 2022, responsible for counterintelligence, espionage, and domestic repression.
His deputy, Mohammad Hassan Mahdaki, formerly chaired the Strategic Intelligence Division and played a central role in terrorist operations targeting Israel and Western nations.
Also eliminated were Mohsen Bagheri, head of the Quds Force Intelligence Division, and his deputy, Abu al-Fadl Nikouei. Both were involved in...
Petach Tikva, Israel - June 16, 2025 - A preliminary investigation by the IDF's Home Front Command revealed that the missile which struck a residential building in Petah Tikva early Monday morning, killing four civilians, hit directly between two reinforced safe rooms ("mamad").
The projectile was identified as a heavy ballistic missile, and the direct impact left no chance for survival in the targeted area. Two of the fatalities were inside one of the reinforced rooms at the time of the strike.
The other two victims included one individual likely located outside a bomb shelter on a floor above the impact, and another person in a neighboring building who was killed by the blast wave.
Home Front Command officials clarified that "mamad" rooms are not designed to withstand direct hits...
