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We stand in solidarity with Governor Josh Shapiro and his family in condemning the violent attack on their home during the first night of Passover.

A federal judge denied defendant Mohammad Hamad’s request that his current home detention be lifted in United States v. Hamad, Lubit (the July 29, 2024, graffiti attack at Federation and Chabad of Squirrel Hill). The government revealed it uncovered additional evidence post-arrest that indicates Hamad is both a danger to the community and a flight risk.

After several months of planning, the University of Pittsburgh has formed a working group to help combat Antisemitism and make campus safe and inclusive.

We condemn the defacement of the Free Store in Braddock, Pennsylvania—an essential resource that provides food, clothing, diapers and formula at no cost to the community and the Fetterman family.

Secure Community Network (SCN) issued a bulletin projecting an elevated threat level during Passover. The threat potential is exacerbated due to ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas. Remain vigilant and report suspicious behavior to 911 and us via our Incident Report Form.

Secure Community Network (SCN) issued a bulletin this week projecting an elevated threat level during Passover. The threat potential is exacerbated due to ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas. Remain vigilant and report suspicious behavior to 911 and us via our incident report form.

For awareness, there is a planned protest at Schenley Plaza today, March 14th at 5 pm, part of which will include opposition to Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest by ICE and detainment for leading “activities aligned with Hamas” at Columbia University. Organized by National Students for Justice in Palestine (NSJP), today’s protest falls under a “day of action,” which has continued for several days.

Please Be Aware In a court hearing this morning, The Project for Responsive Democracy (PRD) acknowledged that it’s Not on Our Dime anti-Israel referendum petition, filed on February 18, 2025, lacked enough valid signatures from registered Pittsburgh voters to qualify for the Primary Election ballot. This referendum posed a direct threat on Pittsburgh’s financial stability, […]

We're pleased to announce that The Project for Responsive Democracy (PRD) has acknowledged that its "Not On Our Dime" referendum petition, filed on February 18, 2025, does not have enough valid signatures from registered Pittsburgh voters to qualify for the Primary Election ballot.