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‘Never be the same’: Texas rabbis describe family members’ terror during Australia Hanukkah shooting
The terrifying mass shooting at an Australian Hanukkah celebration is hitting close to home for two Texas rabbis, one of them in San Antonio.
The Hanukkah shooting in Australia has sent shock waves through the Jewish community around the world, including right here in our hometowns.
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Increased security at LA Hanukkah events amid shooting in Australia
Jewish communities across Los Angeles are continuing Hanukkah celebrations under heightened security following recent global and local antisemitic attacks.
The Redlands Police Department’s investigation is still active as of Monday afternoon, according to spokesperson Carl Baker. The incident is being investigated as a potential hate crime. Police said Sunday the weapon used was likely an airsoft gun, as officers found no shell casings around the house.
Police said around 1,000 people had attended the Jewish celebration, which was held in a small park off the beach.
"If you know someone who is Jewish right now, just reaching out and telling them that you're thinking about them is making a big difference."
The importance of unity, the importance of lighting the menorah, which represents the victory over light over darkness -- even we have some much darkness around us," said Rabbi Yigal Rosenberg, Director of Jewish Life for the City of Santa Clara.
The Chabad of Anne Arundel County’s parade of lights and Menorah lighting took on a more somber and defiant tone this year.
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