Michigan

Jewish leaders uneasy over Senate candidate’s alliance with Hasan Piker

Jewish leaders have called Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed's decision to host campaign rallies with Piker, a streamer accused of antisemitism, "alarming" and "shocking."

Abdul El-Sayed campaigns for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate. He held a crowded Women for Abdul rally in a Detroit suburb. El-Sayed was born in Michigan to parents who immigrated from Egypt.
School buses and emergency vehicles are parked near the site after the Michigan State Police reported an active shooting incident at the Temple Israel Synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan, U.S., March 12, 2026.

Michigan synagogue attack was Hezbollah-inspired terrorism, FBI confirms

Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard speaks during a press conference on March 19, 2026.

Sheriff who responded to Temple Israel attack faces online backlash

Cases of the measles rise in Israel.

Michigan announces measles outbreak after three linked cases reported


US lawmaker Rashida Tlaib condemns cartoon showing her with exploding pager

The cartoon, published on Thursday, showed a woman sitting next to an exploding pager. The woman's desk in the cartoon had a name card saying "Rep. Tlaib."

 Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) holds up a sign as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses a joint Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) holds up a sign as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses a joint meeting of Congress on July 24.

University of Michigan student assaulted by group after saying he was Jewish

AAPD Police Chief Andre C. Anderson said that there "is absolutely no place for hate or ethnic intimidation" in the city. 

TWO INSTRUCTORS from the University of Michigan denied recommendation letters for a study abroad program because the students’ preferred destination was Israel

Harris running mate Tim Walz: 'We can't allow what's happened in Gaza to happen'

Walz advocated for a two-state solution and added that he wanted to push "the Netanyahu government to start moving in that direction."

  Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks at the 46th International Convention of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) at the Los Angeles Convention Center on August 13, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Michigan student government threatens funding freeze over divestment

Michigan's student government plans to withhold funding from student groups until the university divests from Israel, sparking concerns about the impact on campus organizations and unity.

Salma Hamamy carries a Palestinian flag during a pro-Palestinian protest during the University of Michigan's commencement ceremony on May 4, 2024 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Uncommitted movement backed by network of Rashida Tlaib's family, friends, supporters - exclusive

The organization was formed out of the success of Listen to Michigan, which canvased during the 2024 Democratic Party presidential primaries.

 Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib talks on her cell phone about the pro-Palestinian protestors detained by Wayne State Police after the WSU encampment was raided by police in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., May 30, 2024.

Andy Levin calls on Kamala Harris to address Palestinian issues for Michigan victory

At the DNC panel, former Congressman Andy Levin called for Kamala Harris to address Palestinian issues and win Michigan for a potential victory.

 Rep. Andy Levin speaks at a press conference introducing his "Two-State Solution Act" on Capitol Hill, Sept. 23, 2021. He is flanked by Hadar Susskind, the president/CEO of Americans for Peace Now; Rep. Alan Lowenthal; Rep. Sara Jacobs; Rep. Peter Welch; and J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami.

'If you want Donald Trump to win, then say that': Harris fires back at pro-Palestinians at rally

Among those invited to the rally were Abbas Alawieh and Layla Elabed, leaders of the Uncommitted National Movement.

 US Vice President and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks to supporters during a campaign rally in Romulus, Michigan, US, August 7, 2024.

Fifth-century Persian gold coins unearthed in Turkey

A cache of fifth-century BC Persian gold coins was discovered in Notion, Turkey, revealing insights into ancient life and conflict.

Bar Kochba Coins found in the Judean Desert.

Harris campaign denies support for Israeli arms embargo

The Harris campaign said in a statement that Harris reaffirmed "that her campaign will continue to engage with those communities," an aide said.

 Kamala Harris is seen against the backdrop of an American weapons shipment. (illustrative)

Michigan Imam accuses Israel of harvesting Palestinian organs, praises terrorist leaders in sermon

The Michigan Imam, in his sermon, praised Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah for his piety and knowledge and quoted Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in support of the Supreme Leader.

 Michigan Imam Usama Abdulghani speaking, July, 2024.