Society

Herzel Gildengorn, co-founder of the wartime Shishenitzel volunteer initiative providing meals and honoring fallen IDF soldiers, has died at 61 after a severe illness.

Haifa municipality announced free blue-and-white parking across the city throughout the Sukkot holiday, from September 25 to October 2, to support tourism and commerce.

The Israeli Ministry of Transport revealed that public transport operators manipulated inspection data to evade fines. Civil society groups called for an immediate overhaul of the tender system.

Tuesday in Israel brings an autumnal feel with light coastal morning drizzle, clearing up by afternoon. Temperatures remain seasonal as stable weather continues through the weekend.

As Yom Kippur transforms Israeli streets into a chaotic zone of non-motorized transport, we outline five essential survival rules for pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter riders.

Electric scooters offer convenient urban mobility in Israel, but road hazards frequently cause severe accidents. Courts hold municipalities liable for poorly maintained infrastructure, awarding significant compensation to injured riders.

An 89-year-old woman who went missing in Ashdod while feeding cats was rescued after falling into a 3-meter-deep underground waste container while trying to save a cat.

Public transportation in Israel will halt gradually ahead of Yom Kippur on September 20-21, with services resuming on Tuesday morning, September 22.

A seven-year-old boy was killed in a traffic accident on Route 264 in the Negev on Friday evening, adding to a deadly week on Israeli roads.

The historic 100-year-old water tower in Binyamina collapsed today within its fenced perimeter. The structure had been deemed a collapse risk years ago, preventing injuries.

Parents of missing girl Haymanot Kassau and ACRI petitioned the Jerusalem District Court after the municipality banned a protest tent near the Prime Minister's Office.

For the first time since October 7, a couple married in Kibbutz Kerem Shalom near the Gaza border, symbolizing community renewal and resilience ahead of the three-year anniversary.

The Nazareth District Court ordered the closure and demolition of illegal structures at the private Bora Bora beach on the Sea of Galilee, ruling in favor of public access.

Five people were killed in separate traffic accidents across Israel on Thursday, including collisions in the Negev, Tel Aviv, the Ayalon Highway, and near Kiryat Ata.

Traffic attorney Noa Ben Uri clarifies mobile phone laws while driving in Israel, detailing rules on fixed mounts, red lights, and police enforcement criteria.

The Meteorological Service announced an unseasonal mini-rain event on Friday across northern and central Israel, bringing downpours of up to 15 mm in some areas.

The Israel Airports Authority warns travelers against using unauthorized private parking services at Ben Gurion Airport following reports of vehicle misuse and damage.

An El Al Boeing 777-200 flying from Paris to Ben Gurion Airport temporarily deviated from its landing path, dropping to 600 feet before executing a safe go-around and landing without incident.

A Ramat Gan soldier accumulated 29 parking fines over a year due to delayed notices from automated cameras, exposing widespread illegal municipal digital enforcement.

A 2,000-year-old, 25-ton ritual bath from the Second Temple period was relocated in a complex engineering operation in Kiryat Gat by the Israel Antiquities Authority.

The Israel Police will continue operating the A-3 speed cameras until June 2029 following a new 15 million NIS contract. The cameras have been recalibrated to issue fines for minor speeding offenses.

Israeli public transport companies paid over 184 million shekels in fines in 2025, with Tnufa leading the list, followed by continued penalties in early 2026.

Bnei Brak residents face a severe sanitation crisis with uncollected garbage and sewage floods. Council member Yaakov Wieder blames a 180 million shekel municipal deficit.

Mayors from the West Bank, Beit Shemesh, and Jerusalem corridor protested at the Ministry of Transportation on Wednesday over the severe collapse of public transit services operated by the "Tnufa" company.

A new poster campaign in Bnei Brak and Jerusalem targets serving Haredi IDF soldiers, offering assistance with religious observance instead of protesting military conscription.

Parents in Bnei Brak have launched a strike, keeping 70 children home from two kindergartens over severe sanitation issues, rodent infestations, and municipal neglect.

A severe rodent infestation is plaguing communities in the Gaza envelope near the border. The Eshkol Regional Council has ramped up chemical, biological, and drone extermination efforts.

Bnei Brak employs 219 workers past retirement age, including a 94-year-old, costing 40 million shekels annually while facing a 130 million shekel deficit.

The Givatayim Municipality approved new measures to simplify parking permit applications, easing requirements for renters, family vehicles, and temporary relocations.

Emergency talks are underway at the JNF following protests over disputed agricultural land between Majd al-Krum and Gilon, amid accusations of a new outpost and counter-claims of sheep grazing.

An electric scooter caught fire Tuesday at the Tel Aviv Hahagana train station. No injuries were reported, and Israel Railways reiterated strict safety rules.

The National Planning and Building Council approved the Ministry of Transportation's plan to build the Alexander Interchange and upgrade Route 553, boosting Sharon region connectivity.

Hadera has broken ground on its first rehabilitation day care center for toddlers with special needs. The 18 million shekel project will offer comprehensive educational and therapeutic services locally.

An Electra Afikim bus driver on line 350 was suspended after passengers filmed him watching TikTok videos while driving from Bnei Brak to Ashdod and yelling at them.

Yohanan Elishuv, the last surviving participant of the historic ink flag hoisting at Um Rashrash in 1949, passed away at 95. A legendary Palmach veteran of the 1948 generation, he fought in fierce battles and later worked in road development.

Tel Aviv faces major traffic disruptions on September 16-17 due to Sarit Hadad's 30th-anniversary concerts at Yarkon Park. Authorities advise using public transit and designated park-and-ride lots.

The world's largest mobile Israeli flag, standing 40 meters tall, was raised at the Port of Haifa to boost national unity and pride following a relocation from Kfar Shmaryahu.

Israel Railways announced schedule changes for Yom Kippur 2026, featuring reinforced train service on the holiday eve and full resumption on Tuesday.

Tel Aviv's Masilon support center faces attendance drops after immigration authorities detained an undocumented worker nearby, sparking human rights concerns over enforcement policies.

A wildfire broke out at the Tel Dan Nature Reserve on Sunday, prompting the evacuation of all visitors and the site's closure. This follows a major tire fire in Yarka the previous night.