Haifa

Several dozen protesters gathered at the corner of Ben Gurion Boulevard and Allenby Street to protest against Israel's activities in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, and Syria. The protesters held signs in three languages and chanted slogans, including calls for a free Palestine. Dozens of police vehicles arrived in the area and forces were deployed near the demonstration.

The victim, a father who lost his daughter in the October 7 massacre, was attacked following a confrontation between his dog and another dog. Police quickly located and arrested the two suspects. The court has extended their detention.

Atef Sabihi, who was convicted in two of the most disturbing murder cases in Israel during the 80s, died today (Thursday) in prison after decades of incarceration. Sabihi served long prison sentences for his part in the murder of the teenager Dani Katz in Haifa in 1983, as well as for the kidnapping and murder of the discharged soldier Dafna Carmon in 1982. His death closes a central chapter in...

A suspect living abroad was detained upon arrival in Israel on suspicion of tax evasion and maintaining secret bank accounts in Russia. The court released him under restrictive conditions.

Leonid Lepshov, a former Haifa resident currently living mostly abroad, is suspected of selling and converting virtual currencies totaling approximately 2 million shekels and holding bank accounts in Russia without reporting them to the Tax Authority.

A check by the Madlan website reveals that the Neve Sha'anan neighborhood in Haifa is the most sought-after for rent this summer, followed by Nachlaot in Jerusalem and central Herzliya. What are the reasons that the 'City on the Carmel' is ranked high in the top ten, and where are the neighborhoods in Tel Aviv?

The luxury villa of Eyal Berkovic and his ex-wife Tali in the Denya neighborhood of Haifa is still looking for a buyer – and the asking price has dropped. What awaits the person who purchases the property?

According to the indictment, Khamis Sawaed from Husniya expressed support for ISIS and studied combat training materials, including instructions for manufacturing missiles and drones. The prosecution has requested he remain in custody until the end of legal proceedings.

After about a month of investigation, the police announced that an evidentiary basis has been established against Ohad Arad, suspected of murdering his brother. In the coming days, an indictment and a request for detention until the end of proceedings are expected.

The Bazan Group has valued the cost of its planned evacuation from Haifa Bay at over $5 billion. The company's management has submitted these figures to the head of the National Economic Council, Prof. Avi Simhon.

The Osher Ad supermarket chain has launched a pilot project in Haifa, introducing a new technological mechanism at self-checkout counters. Customers must now scan a barcode on the bag dispenser to receive a bag, with the cost automatically added to their purchase bill.

Five residents of Haifa and Tamra were arrested on suspicion of defrauding more than 30 victims across the country. According to the police, they sent messages about alleged debts with a link, through which they took control of bank accounts and withdrew money from them. The scope of the theft is estimated at more than 3 million shekels.

Mahmoud Abd al-Majid from Iksal made 14 calls to the 100 emergency center, threatening to carry out attacks and claiming he had planted an explosive device near the Prime Minister's house. Additionally, he attacked two passengers on the Metronit in Haifa. He faces 14 counts of threats and assault.

A woman claimed she was a victim of scammers who convinced her to transfer money to them. The court agreed that a fraud had taken place, but ruled that it was not proven that the actual buyers were part of it.

Minors from the Haifa and Krayot area were recruited by Iranian intelligence online. In exchange for thousands of shekels, they photographed strategic sites and engaged in incitement. The Haifa District Attorney's Office is filing an indictment today.

Officers from the Akko station opened an investigation over the weekend following a report of two vehicles that caught fire in the city. Forces identified the suspects' getaway vehicle, blocked their path, and arrested them. The detention of the two was extended at the Magistrate's Court in Haifa until tomorrow.

After a tense week in which the city's beaches were closed due to microbial contamination, the Ministry of Health announces that normal results have been received for Bat Galim beach. Now, all beaches in Haifa are open again to the general public.

The business where the illegal worker was employed was closed for 21 days, and the place suspected of being used for prostitution was closed for a month. Meanwhile, nine illegal residents were arrested in an apartment in south Tel Aviv after they allegedly threw stones at passersby from it.

The volume of money that flowed as a donation from Qatar through London to an Israeli NGO operating from Haifa has increased tenfold in the years 2023-2025. "Shomrim" traced the path of the money, behind which stand brothers Azmi and Marwan Bishara. "This is exactly the method used by those who want to transfer funds and remain behind the scenes" | Investigation

A 28-year-old Haifa resident has been arrested on suspicion of shooting a 72-year-old man. Police investigation suggests the motive was an inheritance dispute.

The Haifa Magistrate's Court has ruled against the private sale of a yellow star worn by a Jew in Romania during the Holocaust. The judge determined that the item holds profound historical significance and may only be sold to Israeli museums under judicial supervision.

Following the closure of Haifa's beaches earlier this week, the Ministry of Health and the Haifa Municipality announce that the Naot beach in Kiryat Haim has reopened for swimming following normal sampling results. The swimming ban at Bat Galim remains in effect.

When entering the gates of the Shaanan Academic College of Education in Haifa, it is hard to believe the institution is marking its 75th anniversary. Prof. Avi Levy, the college president, is convinced that precisely now, when machines are more sophisticated than ever, the education system must return to the most basic element: the human being.

Professor Ohad Hochman, CEO of the Bnai Zion Medical Center in Haifa, is leading a strategic plan for the institution through 2050. The program focuses on leadership, innovation, humanity, and resilience, featuring the construction of a new protected clinic building and the development of centers of excellence.

Repeated water quality tests in Haifa have led to the lifting of the swimming ban at several sites, though two popular beaches remain closed due to continued pollution.

Haifa Municipality has unveiled an ambitious vision with an investment of up to 4 billion shekels, aiming to transform the city's entrance into a major tourist and economic hub, despite potential environmental and budgetary hurdles.

The degree will be awarded to the Haifa-born director in recognition of his contribution to Israeli and world cinema, for a unique cinematic language, and for his engagement with social and political issues. The university president: "He has turned the painful questions of Israeli society into a body of work that sparks thought and discourse."

Over 6 kg of a substance suspected to be hashish and hundreds of ecstasy pills were seized during a police operation at the entrance to Haifa. Three suspects were arrested and their detention was extended until Sunday.

The colorful restaurateur Moshe Amado, founder of the famous "Amado" restaurant, passed away on Sunday, leaving behind children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. His daughter Liat paid tribute: "He was a story, he did it his way."

17 years after the breakup, the Family Court dismissed a massive lawsuit against an estate. The District Court in Haifa overturned the decision, ruling that the question of the statute of limitations requires an in-depth factual investigation.

The success of Air Haifa in getting most flights out on time during the chaos at Ben Gurion Airport brings the northern airport back to the center of the discussion on the future of aviation in Israel with plans to expand operations. However, the short runway, the lack of land, and the seaport prevent it from becoming a real alternative to Ben Gurion.

The Ministry of Health has ordered the immediate closure of all Haifa beaches for swimming due to abnormal sampling results from a sea water quality test. The public is requested to follow the instructions and avoid swimming until an official update is received.

Residents and bathers at the Haifa beach are complaining about a harsh smell and a large accumulation of seaweed that has been going on for over a week. One resident: "It's impossible to sit on the balcony, we are suffocating." The municipality: "These are seaweed that washed up on the shore naturally."

While thousands of passengers were stuck at Ben Gurion Airport and at destinations abroad on Thursday, Air Haifa continued to operate its flights from Haifa Airport as scheduled. Cyprus and Greece, the two most popular destinations for passengers from Israel at the moment, are also the main destinations of the company, which during the crisis flew about 2,200 passengers on 32 flights.

The inspector for multi-family housing in Haifa approved short-term apartment rentals on Airbnb and Booking, despite neighbors' objections. The decision joins a series of conflicting rulings on the subject, and the opponents have already appealed to the District Court.

A comedy of errors in Haifa: A courier who was detained due to a license plate discovered he was being charged with driving while suspended, despite not knowing about the penalty. The main prosecution witness - the mailman - admitted that he delivered the suspension notice to a relative of another person with the same name, and the judge ruled for a full acquittal.

Shlomo Artzi, who does not often share private moments, surprised thousands of fans at the Romema Arena in Haifa and personally documented a rare performance moment that quickly went viral.

Two young men from I'billin and Ibtin attempted to evade police by driving against the flow of traffic and discarded a "Glock" pistol from their vehicle. Officers fired at the car's tires and successfully arrested the suspects. A serious indictment has now been filed against them.

A 17.5-year-old performed a dangerous overtake near Isfiya, lost control, and was ejected from the vehicle along with his 16-year-old relative, who was killed. His father attacked the sentence: "Revocation is like burying him."

Giant projects planned in the Haifa metropolis in the coming years are set to significantly reshape the region. We examine the timelines and the potential impact on the city and investors.

Arie Gottlieb, 76, who was convicted of severe sex offenses against a complainant who was 11 years old at the time of the acts, died at the "Magan Nitzan" detention center. The Israel Prison Service (IPS) stated that a team has been appointed to examine the circumstances of his death.

A young man of about 20 was seriously stabbed this evening on Halutzei HaTa'asiya Street in Haifa. Earlier today, a 31-year-old man was shot to death in Arraba. Police have launched investigations into both incidents.

A request to certify a class action lawsuit was filed this week against Wolt in the Haifa District Court, alleging the sale of price-controlled products at prices higher than the maximum set by the state. According to the request, the damage to the customer base is estimated at 2.5 million shekels, while Wolt claims that the businesses themselves set the product prices.

Police detectives raided two gambling houses on HaMaklef Street, detained those present, and seized computer drives, cash, and documents. In a separate operation in Kiryat Yam, ketamine, 'dosa', and marijuana were found in a residential apartment, and a suspect was arrested.

The public is torn between a spacious apartment with a MAMAD on the periphery and a small apartment in the big city. How much does a small apartment in a major city cost, and transactions in Holon and Bat Yam show that it is possible to purchase apartments without a MAMAD for less than 2 million shekels.

The annual education preparation conference in Haifa focused on school violence, mental resilience, and the urgent need for reform in special education and classroom management.

The court ruled that the Julis local council is liable for the accident due to negligence in securing the site. The teenager was assigned 10% contributory negligence for entering the park despite knowing it was under construction.

The wars that have shaken the Middle East have delayed the revolutionary IMEC trade corridor, intended to connect India to Europe - but at the same time, they have also proven why it is needed now more than ever.

Firefighters focused their efforts on extinguishing the source of the fire in the apartment and ventilating the heavy smoke that had accumulated on the building's floors, in full cooperation with the police and medical services. There were no casualties, but significant damage was caused, and the teams are continuing final extinguishing operations before concluding their activity at the scene.

Two serious traffic accidents occurred almost simultaneously, resulting in the death of a 60-year-old man and leaving two others in serious condition. The injured were evacuated to Rambam Hospital.