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Swastikas, Racist Language Found in Evanston Middle School Bathrooms

By Eric Runge

Originally published: WGN9

EVANSTON, Ill. — More racist and antisemitic symbols were found at a school in Evanston just a few weeks after another racist incident in the district.

The superintendent says a staff member found antisemitic symbols in two bathrooms at Nichols…

Swastika Found Painted at Kent State University

Originally published by: www.wkyc.com

By Ryan haidet, Neil Fischer

'The recent appearance of this symbol of hate is a reminder of the work ahead of us during perilous times.'

KENT, Ohio — Police at Kent State University are investigating “the recent appearance of a swastika” that wa…

Chicago Councilwoman Reports Former City Official for Antisemitic Invective

Originally published by The Algemeiner

A Chicago city councillor has filed a formal complaint against a municipal official after he was caught on voicemail using an antisemitic slur about a local rabbi.

Local news outlet Chicago Block Club reported on the incident on Thursday. Alderperson …

Swastika Spray Painted on Madison Resident's Trans Flag

Originally published: WKOW.com

By Ward Jolles

MADISON (WKOW) -- A swastika was spray painted onto a trans flag on Madison's east side. Experts say it's a part of a growing national trend of anti-Semitism in the United States. 

The trans flag was hanging in Madison resident Everett Trecht…

OPRF Investigating ‘Racist and Anti-Semitic' Graffiti at High School

Originally published by: 5 Chicago

 

Investigations are underway after Oak Park River Forest High School officials say "racist and anti-Semitic" graffiti was discovered on a bathroom wall at the school Friday.

According to a letter to families and staff, students have been posting pictur…