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120 arrested at NYU protest; Columbia president urged to resign over campus ‘anarchy'
A plywood wall was erected around NYU’s Gould Plaza early Tuesday, hours after 120 pro-Palestinian demonstrators, in solidarity with their Columbia colleagues, were arrested for defying a university order to leave. All but four of the 120 arrested at NYU were released on trespassing summonses. The others received desk appearance tickets for charges including resisting arrest and obstruction of governmental…
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More than 100 arrests at NYU pro-Palestinian protest as tensions flare on local college campuses
Romney Smith reports on more than 100 arrests at NYU pro-Palestinian protest.
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Pro-Palestinian protests take over Columbia and NYU amid heightened tensions
Tensions have continued to escalate at Columbia University as pro-Palestinian encampments spread to other campuses in the city, including NYU. Out of an abundance of caution, the Morningside Heights school ordered its classes go virtual. At NYU, demonstrators held their ground despite being given a deadline to disperse in the afternoon. NBC New York’s Chris Jose and Jessica Cunnington...
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What's happening at Columbia University as classes shift remote during protests
The president of Columbia University moved all classes remote for Monday, citing ongoing pro-Palestinian protests at the Ivy League school’s Morningside Heights campus and increasing reports of student fear in calling for a “reset.” Romney Smith reports live from Morningside Heights.
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Dozens arrested at NYU protest as intensifying tensions force Columbia to go remote
Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested after defying a deadline by New York University to leave the area Monday evening, hours after the president of Columbia University moved all classes remote for Monday, citing ongoing protests at the Ivy League school. Students had gathered on university property in front of the Stern School of Business, setting up dozens of tents…
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Columbia University moves classes online amid protests
Columbia University goes virtual on the sixth day of a pro-Palestinian encampment and protests on campus.
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Tensions remain on Columbia campus as protests stretch on
Protests on the Manhattan campus continued for a fifth day in the face of new arrests. News 4’s Jessica Cunnington reports.
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More than 100 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at Columbia University campus
More than 100 protesters were arrested at Columbia University and given a summons for trespassing after the administration for the Ivy League school called in the NYPD to clear out an encampment. NBC New York’s Jessica Cunnington reports.
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Over 100 arrested after Columbia asks NYPD for help clearing out protesters on campus
More than 100 protesters were arrested Thursday afternoon after the president of Columbia University called on the NYPD to clear a group of protesters from the Morningside Heights campus’ South Lawn, calling their action disruptive and dangerous to the college and community. The protesters originally set up an encampment Wednesday morning on the South Lawn, ahead of Columbia University President…
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Columbia University president testifies on claims of antisemitism and hate on campus
There were tense moments on Capitol Hill and in NYC as Columbia University faces new scrutiny of antisemitism on campus. In D.C., the university’s president got a congressional grilling, while the Manhattan campus saw protests on Wednesday. NBC New York’s Gus Rosendale reports.
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Columbia University president rebuts claims she let school become a hotbed of hatred
The president of Columbia University took a firm stand against antisemitism Wednesday as she parried accusations from Republicans who see the New York campus as a hotbed of bias — but she hedged on whether certain phrases invoked by some supporters of Palestinians rise to harassment. Nemat Shafik had the benefit of hindsight and months of preparation as she faced…
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Columbia University President testifying on antisemitism
The President of Columbia University is testifying in response to a spike in antisemitic instances on Columbia’s Campus. Tracie Strahan reports live from the newsroom.
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Record rise in antisemitic incidents across U.S. and NYC area, according to new report
A new report from the Anti-Defamation League finds antisemitism has skyrocketed to record levels across the country, including the tri-state, as antisemitic incidents in New York and New Jersey more than doubled last year. The areas with some of the highest increases: Manhattan and Bergen County. NBC New York’s Melissa Russo reports.
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New report show dramatic spike in antisemitic crimes
A new report finds antisemitic incidents in New York jumped 110% last year, marking a new record; more than 60% of the incidents reported in the Big Apple stemmed from New York City. Romney Smith reports live from Queens.
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‘Shocking' rise in NY antisemitic incidents highlights national 'emergency,' ADL says
Antisemitic incidents in New York soared 110% last year, shattering the previous record and sparking deep concern, according to an Anti-Defamation League report out Tuesday. The 1,218 total incidents recorded by the ADL in New York in 2023 is the highest number ADL has ever recorded in the state and the second-highest number reported in any state across America last…
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Cornell student pleads guilty to posting violent threats to Jewish students online
A former Cornell University student accused of posting violently threatening statements against Jewish people on campus shortly after the start of the war in Gaza in the fall pleaded guilty in federal court Wednesday.
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Swastika found drawn on wall of classroom at City College of New York: Police sources
City College officials have yet to comment on the incident, but investigations are underway to determine the source of the antisemitic graffiti and any possible motives behind it.
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Antisemitism and safety fears surge among US Jews, survey finds
Nearly two-thirds of American Jews feel less secure in the U.S. than they did a year ago, according to the latest annual survey from the American Jewish Committee.
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Hate crime charges filed after Israeli flag torn down, Long Island man beaten
A man was accused of vandalizing a Long Island home and attacking the homeowner is facing hate crime charges. Police said the suspect ripped down an Israeli-American flag before things turned violent. NBC New York’s Pei-Sze Cheng reports.
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Man charged with hate crime after ripping down Israel flag, attacking Long Island homeowner: Police
A migrant from North Africa was charged with assault and robbery as a hate crime for allegedly removing a Long Island man’s Israeli flag and then beating him up in front of his neighbors.