Highland Park, Illinois, has experienced recent antisemitic incidents, including a threatening letter received by a Jewish family in June 2025. The city council unanimously adopted the IHRA definition of antisemitism in August 2025. Despite these challenges, the Israeli government maintains a 'safe to travel' status for the area.
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The City Council this week unanimously voted to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism.
8/15/2025
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Highland Park has set a precedent by enshrining the IHRA definition of antisemitism into law, which advocates hope will inspire other municipalities.