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Rain reached the center as well, after the "disappointing" weekend: all the data
After the rare system mostly bypassed Israel, rain was documented overnight and in the early morning hours along the coastal plain and in the center. In northern Tel Aviv, 7.9 mm of rain fell. Today, temperatures will rise slightly and it will be partly cloudy.

The Shabbat Test: Which city is the freest in Israel?
In which cities can you easily get around, buy essential goods, or enjoy leisure activities on Shabbat, and in which municipalities does everything close down on the residents' day off? 'Free Israel' (Israel Hofshit) checked 60 cities: 'The findings continue to reflect deep gaps between local authorities. And despite local attempts in some of them, the national situation still significantly limits...

In Arab society, students return to classrooms in the shadow of crime: "It is hard to expect them to study as if nothing is happening"
Crime is affecting their functioning and achievements, causing some of them not to show up at school. A document from the Center for the Advancement of Safety in Arab Society warns of severe damage to youth and educational staff in the sector, and claims there is no comprehensive policy on the issue: "Protecting the children and the staff is a condition for the system's ability to protect them."...

Bus driver severely beaten after refusing to let passenger off at unauthorized stop
A bus driver on line 2 in Beit Shemesh was attacked and knocked unconscious by a passenger after refusing to open the doors at an illegal stop. The driver, who was struck with a metal object, is calling for justice as labor representatives demand urgent security reforms.

Electric vehicle fire in Rishon LeZion underground parking leaves one dead
A fire broke out in the parking lot of a residential building in the Neve Hof neighborhood, engulfing several vehicles. One person was found deceased inside a vehicle after firefighters extinguished the blaze. Police report no suspicion of criminal activity, citing a preliminary assessment of a self-accident. Residents were instructed to shelter in their apartments due to heavy smoke.

"What will you give me so I let you go?": The exploits of a traffic cop suspected of sexually harassing female drivers
Three cases brought to the attention of Commissioner Levy in parallel with an Internal Affairs investigation led to the officer's dismissal. After ordering one of the women to pull over, he asked her to think about how she could "meet him halfway." To another, he said: "If I say I want you, you're single, right?"

The forecast for an "unusual rain" ended in a drizzle: Why the rare system bypassed Israel
After forecasts of heavy rainfall and flooding, the rain event ended in most areas with only a few millimeters. The Meteorological Service explains that the center of the unusual upper-level trough shifted north, directing heavy rains toward Syria and Lebanon. In Israel, unusual winds and high waves were recorded, and temperatures on Mount Hermon dropped to 8 degrees.

Accused in the murder case of Yamanu Zelka to return to schools: "Why should my son be afraid?"
Two days before September 1st, parents of students at a school in Petah Tikva discovered that a teenager accused in the murder case of Yamanu Zelka, who is entering 10th grade, is expected to return to the educational institution. "We will not put our children at risk," says a father of a student whose son is entering the same grade. The municipality and the Ministry of Education are looking for...

Jumped from a Moving Car and Escaped Assassination: "He Was Given a New Life, 12 Bullets Fired"
A young man returning from a wedding in northern Israel managed to open the passenger door and escape while an armed assailant on a motorcycle fired at least 12 bullets at him. Footage shows the vehicle continuing to move without a driver as the gunman pursues the victim. Two suspects have been arrested.

Bus driver loses consciousness: passenger prevents disaster in Eilat
During a trip in Eilat, an Egged bus driver lost consciousness, causing the vehicle to crash into a railing and a bus stop. Attorney Tomer Bizini, who was on board, acted decisively by entering the cabin and bringing the runaway bus to a halt, saving 20 passengers.

Doctor from Rahat arrested after chase and attempt to hide weapons
The Northern District Attorney's Office has indicted a 29-year-old doctor from Rahat who attempted to flee from police in the Lower Galilee. During the pursuit, he collided with a patrol car and discarded a bag containing ammunition, which was later forensically matched to an M-16 rifle found on the road.

Eli Sharabi to host the ceremony at Yarkon Park on October 7: "We must not blur the memory"
Hostage survivor and bereaved family member Eli Sharabi will host the national memorial ceremony in Tel Aviv alongside actress Shani Cohen. The families have called on the public to support the event's funding, emphasizing their commitment to a unifying, all-Israeli commemoration.

Dramatic footage from Rahat: attempted murder at point-blank range
A 25-year-old man was seriously wounded in an attempted murder in Rahat. Surveillance footage shows masked gunmen opening the victim's car door and shooting at point-blank range. The incident is linked to an ongoing criminal conflict.

Fatal multi-vehicle accident on the Coastal Highway: one woman killed, 6 injured
The woman's death in the accident near Atlit was declared at the scene. A man was seriously injured and five others were evacuated to Hillel Yaffe Hospital in light condition. The paramedic and medic described a difficult scene: "One of the vehicles was crushed, another overturned." In less than 24 hours: five dead in traffic accidents.

Severely wounded in Jabalia and returned to surfing: "I do not surrender to any disability"
Tamir Dudi was wounded in battle against terrorists, underwent 17 surgeries, and eventually had to part with his arm. Now, aiming for the podium at the World Surfing Championship, the Nahal Brigade officer tells of the moments of survival in Jabalia, the long road back to the water, and the love that began with a Facebook post: "If I had to, I would go out a thousand more times to fight for the...

Returning to the water holes, the market and the square: The new residents of Kiryat Shmona are breathing life into the city's symbol
"Whoever wants to bash the city presents Hermon Square and says 'This city is dead, everything here is closed'". After years of standing desolate, a group of families who moved north and settled in Kiryat Shmona are inaugurating a cultural center in the square, aimed at reviving the city's symbol. A representative of the city's veterans says: "These families give us light".

Bnei Brak Municipality U-turn: "We Approved Closing the Bridge, the Majority Observes Shabbat"
Despite initial denials, the Bnei Brak Municipality confirmed it authorized the closure of the bridge in the Soferim neighborhood on Shabbat. Police stated the proper procedures were not followed, while the opposition chairman claims the chaos is being fueled by external interests.

Firefighters discover: Safety officer killed in accident alongside 17-year-old
In an accident in the Galilee, teenager Rian Asad from Kasra and Hurfeish resident Srour Amar, head of the occupational safety and training department at the Fire and Rescue Authority headquarters, were killed. The driver from the fatal hit-and-run in Eshkol has not yet been located.

Haredi Shabbat protests expand: They set up barriers and prevent buses from entering Jerusalem
Dozens of Haredim are blocking buses at the entrance to Jerusalem to protest public transport on Shabbat. Similar demonstrations are taking place in Safed and Bnei Brak.

Murderer gets life sentence reduced by a third, parents in shock: 'We are going crazy, she was in 11th grade'
About 23 years ago, Mundar Issa murdered his teenage cousin Ruaa in Kafr Qasim in what was determined to be an 'honor killing'. After 22 years in prison, the parole board granted his request for early release under restrictive conditions, despite the opposition of the victim's family.

Blackmailed girls who sent him revealing photos - and threatened murder: soldier suspected of sexual harassment
A soldier aged about 20 is suspected of impersonating a 16-year-old boy, causing two girls aged 14 and 15 to send him revealing photos - and then blackmailing them to send him more content and even threatening to murder them and their families. His detention was extended by 4 days.

Rare August rains: weather forecast for the weekend
Local rain is expected from the afternoon in the north, spreading to the center at night. Thunderstorms and minor flooding are possible along the coastal plain. By Sunday morning, the rain will reach the northern Negev before tapering off.

Moments before Shabbat: containers placed at the entrance to a mixed neighborhood in Bnei Brak
Municipal officials, who deny this was an official initiative, placed containers on the access road to the 'Mitham HaSofrim' neighborhood before the start of Shabbat and blocked it. Hours later, the police cleared the containers and summoned the driver who placed them for questioning. A police source stated: "The secular residents are also provoking the Haredim by driving wildly and doing...

Weather update: Heavy rains will not reach Israel
A shift in the forecast: the rain expected on the night between Saturday and Sunday will be less intense than previously predicted. The Meteorological Service director stated that while the rains remain unusual for August, they are not expected to cause significant disruptions or flooding.

Deserter's arrest sparks protests on Highway 443
Police arrested an Ashdod resident driving a stolen vehicle who turned out to be a draft evader. In response, ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 443 towards Jerusalem.

The handball coach who shocked the authorities: "The 9-year-old couldn't speak. Crying, crying and crying"
26 victims. 38 who did not cooperate. One handball coach, hiding under aliases. Ben Reinhorn knew exactly how to talk to girls, and turned it into a weapon: without leaving his home, he exploited them with empty promises to get intimate photos. "This is one of the most serious cases," says Shiri Marom, Deputy Director of the Cyber Department at the State Attorney's Office. One girl, who testified...

Rain, flooding, and hail: An unusual forecast for late August
Extreme rainfall is expected starting the night between Saturday and Sunday. A slight drop in temperatures begins today, with the first rains arriving tomorrow. Thunderstorms are forecast for the north, and there is a risk of flooding on the coastal plain due to the intensity of the precipitation.

"My daughter was buried yesterday. I would have loved to meet you and draw strength"
20 years separate the falls of Keren Tandler and Rotem Yanai in Lebanon, and one post brought together the mothers, Rivana and Ilit. "On Rotem's grave, I swore I would choose life. I want them to tell me it's possible," says Ilit, adding with pain about her son who is dealing with battle shock: "I feel like they took two children from me - one mentally, and one physically." Rivana, who defines...

Ariel, Tamar, Muhammad and Miriam: These are the first graders and the cities with the most students
180,000 children will enter the school gates for the first time in their lives next week. What are the most common names among first graders, and in which localities is their share of the population the largest? These are the numbers behind the students who are starting a challenging 12-year journey on September 1st.

Turmoil in Jerusalem: Extremist Haredim storm light rail construction site
Hundreds of extremist Haredim are protesting against the construction works for the Green Line of the light rail in Jerusalem. Rioters uprooted fences surrounding the construction site, and police responded with stun grenades and a water cannon.

"My second family": Widow of man murdered in Be'eri will be allowed to enter Israel
Jovel's husband, Paul, was murdered in a kibbutz in the Gaza envelope alongside Evyatar Kipnis, whom he cared for as a caregiver. Jovel was initially forbidden from attending his son's wedding with her toddler, but the Population and Immigration Authority has now agreed to allow them to visit the country on the condition of depositing a 100,000 shekel bond for each, with a pre-set departure date.

Hail expected in August: Main rain centers and concerns for the future — "Israel must have a national plan"
An extreme summer rain event is expected on the night between Saturday and Sunday, potentially causing flooding and hail along the northern coast, in Haifa, and the Sharon area. Experts warn of insufficient funding for drainage systems and call for a comprehensive national strategy to combat the climate crisis.

Heavy heat load before unusual rain on the weekend — when will the peak arrive?
Today there will not yet be a significant change in the weather, a heavy heat load is expected in the coastal area and 43 degrees are expected in Eilat. Tomorrow temperatures will drop slightly, and on Saturday the rain will arrive: in the morning there may be drizzles in the north, at night rain is expected also in the center and there may be thunderstorms alongside a fear of flooding on the...

Deadly fear: violence outside stadiums is raging, "only when someone is killed will they wake up"
The league has just opened, and Israeli sports are turning into a dangerous battlefield in parking lots and on the roads. Iyad Abu-Abid and his wife were trapped in their car in front of a raging mob in Netanya, Hapoel Jerusalem fans were hospitalized with head injuries due to an ambush with clubs in Rehovot. From planned ambushes on social networks to the hammer in the head of Yuri Sedletsky...

Security guard collapsed after confrontation outside Tipex and Gali Atari concert, in serious condition
The collapse was reportedly preceded by a confrontation between the security guard and a man in his 40s whom he prevented from entering the show in Karmiel. The man has been arrested, and police are investigating whether he was intoxicated.

72-year-old teacher suspected of sexual harassment of a student
About a week ago, a complaint was filed against the teacher, and after his interrogation, he was released under conditions set by a police officer. In light of a "reasonable suspicion against him," the court ordered a 45-day extension of the conditions prohibiting him from contacting those involved and working with minors.

Meteorological Service warns of "unprecedented rain event" and flood risk in Gush Dan
A sharp change in weather over the weekend: starting Saturday night, widespread rain, thunderstorms, and hail are expected. 20–30 mm may fall on the coast within a few hours, potentially breaking the historical rainfall record for August.

Crisis in Tel Aviv District: Ayalon sub-district commander resigns in protest over police officer's dismissal
Brigadier General Daniel Hadad will leave the police in the coming weeks as an "act of support" for the Holon station commander, who was recently dismissed by Tel Aviv District Commander Major General Haim Sargrof.

"The closure notice was sent to the deceased": The mother who lost her son is appealing
The mother of Jazi Abu Sbitan, who was killed at the age of 22 when scaffolding collapsed at the luxury Park Bavli project, is seeking to overturn the prosecution's decision to close the case without filing indictments. In addition, the mother attacks the manner in which the closure decision was delivered to the family. The prosecution: "The family members were personally updated on the full...

Because of a glass of water: 17-year-old stabbed his cellmate
A 17-year-old appeared in court for a different matter, was released home - and then it was discovered that he had stabbed his cellmate in the face and neck with a ceramic shard. He is charged with assault under aggravating circumstances.