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Jan 30, 2023

Montgomery County Issues Grants To Faith Organizations For Protection Against Hate Crimes

Nonprofits and faith-based organizations can apply for money to fund additional security, after a spate of hate crimes in the county.

Apr 14, 2020

Suspect Arrested In Connection With Anti-Semitic Vandalism at Rockville Synagogue

He was also charged in connection with arson at a church in Wheaton.

Jan 24, 2020

Following Criticism, The U.S. Attorney For D.C. Announces Increase In Hate Crime Prosecutions

This is the first time the prosecutor’s office has released this data under U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jesse Liu.

Dec 03, 2019

Arrest Made After Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found On Sixth & I Historic Synagogue

The vandalism included the word “JEW” carved into the synagogue’s door and swastikas scrawled on its front steps.

Oct 21, 2019

‘Hate-Filled’ Graffiti Discovered At Washington Hebrew Congregation

“While this a disturbing incident, there is no immediate or direct threat to our community,” the prominent McLean Gardens temple says.

Aug 30, 2019

Car Attack On Benning Road Is Being Investigated As An Anti-Trans Hate Crime

The suspect has pleaded not guilty in D.C. Superior Court.

Aug 09, 2019

Former AU Student President Awarded $725,000 In Case Against Neo-Nazi Website

Taylor Dumpson, the first black female student body president of American University, sued the owner of the Daily Stormer and some of his followers over online threats and harassment.

Dec 18, 2018

Man Accused Of Trolling Former AU Student President Will Undergo ‘Anti-Hate Training’ As Part Of Settlement

American University’s first black female student body president filed a lawsuit over cyberbullying.

Aug 31, 2018

Man Arrested For Yelling Racist Slurs At Elementary School Crossing Guard

The man is Lionel Kevin Hyater of Bethesda, Maryland.

Oct 18, 2017

Grand Jury Hands Hate Crime Charge To U-Md. Student In Fatal Stabbing

Sean Urbanski also faces murder charges in the death of Richard Collins III.

 
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