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The University of Pittsburgh's Working Group on Antisemitism issued its final report July 20, 2026. (Screenshot by David Rullo)
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University of Pittsburgh’s Working Group on Antisemitism issues final report
By David Rullo
Report and response issued by university
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Jacob Shinder. (Photo provided by Jacob Shinder)
A new songSong leaders strike a chord with congregants at Temple Emanuel
By Octavia Liku
Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh director Emily Loeb, right, speaks during the 2026 Holocaust Remembrance Day program in Pittsburgh. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
July 23, 2026, 3:02 pm
Holocaust Center launches yearlong teacher training series
'We really see it as an opportunity for both new and returning educators'
By Adam Reinherz
The Posner Center at Carnegie Mellon University. (Photo courtesy of Carnegie Mellon University)
July 21, 2026, 1:19 pm
At CMU’s newly reopened Posner Center, history is hidden in the margins
Since reopening in November 2025, the Posner Center has welcomed more than 8,000 visitors.
By Octavia Liku
The University of Pittsburgh's Working Group on Antisemitism issued its final report July 20, 2026. (Screenshot by David Rullo)
July 20, 2026, 4:40 pm
University of Pittsburgh’s Working Group on Antisemitism issues final report
Report and response issued by university
By David Rullo
(Photo by Emma Riva)
July 20, 2026, 4:04 pm
Louise Silk’s ‘Dayenu’ shows the work of an artist brimming with life
“Dayenu” is, in some ways, a continuation of Silk’s 2025 exhibition at the Heinz History Center, “A Patchwork Life.”
By Emma Riva
Jacob Shinder. (Photo provided by Jacob Shinder)
July 20, 2026, 11:44 am
Song leaders strike a chord with congregants at Temple Emanuel
“Temple Emanuel is a uniquely musical congregation,” he said.
By Octavia Liku
Program organizers hope that a beer and conversation will bring communities closer. (Photo by Ketut Subiyanto via Pexels)
July 17, 2026, 3:40 pm
Interfaith beer hopes to bring a blessing
'We really want to bring these communities together. There’s so much common ground'
By Adam Reinherz
Eight Carnegie Mellon University students are being investigated for recent messages painted on its fence. Messages like "By any means necessary," have forced the university to act several times since June. (Photo by David Rullo) 
July 17, 2026, 12:25 pm
CMU investigating 8 students for messages painted on the Fence
“The goal,” CMU said “is always to safeguard the community while preserving...the opportunity for students to continue academic progress during an ongoing investigation."
By David Rullo
Educators from Pittsburgh’s three Jewish day schools stand at the Western Wall in Jerusalem. (Photo courtesy of Classrooms Without Borders)
July 13, 2026, 9:39 pm
Israel trip gives Jewish day school educators opportunities to learn so they can teach
'Teachers need to understand what’s happening in Israel. They need to provide students with real information'
By Adam Reinherz
Legal and law concept. Law and justice concept. (Photo by busra İspir, iStock)
July 13, 2026, 1:29 pm
10.27 Healing Partnership preparing community for synagogue shooter’s appeal
“Knowledge is power. If we know more, if we understand more, we have the ability to understand what is coming and to understand why it’s happening."
By David Rullo
Daniel Stern, seated with the Holocaust Center’s Emily Loeb, shares his family’s story of survival during the Holocaust. (Photo by Octavia Liku)
July 13, 2026, 12:42 pm
Daniel Stern shares legacy of survival in new short film
A new short film traces Stern’s family legacy of loss, resilience and hope in the wake of the Holocaust.
By Octavia Liku
July 12, 2026, 4:14 pm
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“As a Jew: Reclaiming Our Story from Those Who Blame, Shame, and Try to Erase Us – A Defiant Memoir of Heritage, Identity, and Antisemitism,” by Sarah Hurwitz
Taking time to tend. (Photo by Chris F via Pexels)
July 10, 2026, 5:51 pm
Summer heat is no sweat for local master gardeners
'We plant trees, not because we’re going to be able to enjoy the fruit or shade, but that our children and grandchildren will'
By Adam Reinherz
Healthcare workers analyze samples in a laboratory. (Photo by Diego Romero via Pexels)
July 9, 2026, 5:35 pm
New partnership brings halachic oversight for fertility treatments to Pittsburgh
'Fertility journeys can be very complex and people shouldn’t have to navigate them alone'
By Adam Reinherz
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
July 9, 2026, 5:29 pm
Federation approves Community Campaign allocations, boosts security investment
“This year’s allocations reflect the reality of the moment.” — Jeffrey Finkelstein, president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
By Toby Tabachnick
Anti-Zionist messages were painted on the CMU Fence over the Fourth of July weekend (Courtesy photo)
July 8, 2026, 4:08 pm
CMU’s Fence Working Group delivers report amid renewed tensions
A series of anti-Zionist messages painted on the Fence has reignited debate over free speech and student safety
By Octavia Liku
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