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World Peace Daily: Analysis: More Terror Lawsuits Likely
CHICAGO -- The parents of a U.S.-born Jewish teen killed by Palestinian militants near a West Bank bus stop eight years ago call a $156 million federal court award against three Islamic charities and an alleged Hamas fundraiser "justice."
American Muslim Perspective: Three Muslim charities ordered to pay $156 million to parents of teenager killed in Jerusalem bombing Verdict described a travesty of Justice
CHICAGO, Dec. 8, 2004: An unfortunate, but expected, decision was rendered today by a jury who heard one side of the story, the Muslim Civil Rights Committee (MCRC), said.
NBC 5: Muslim Groups Claim Injustice In Boim Trial
Judge's Denial Of Continuance Considered 'Attack On Islam' A local family is suing a Chicago Islamic charity over the death of its son in the Middle East.
NBC 5: ACLU Accuses FBI, Police of Spying on Peaceful Groups
Quaker, Muslim Groups Demand Information On FBI Activities CHICAGO -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois believes the FBI and local police, working as members of the Joint Terrorism Task Force, are encouraging rampant spying, NBC5's Mary Ann Ahern reported.
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): Prominent Chicago Area Organizations and Social Justice Activists Ask FBI to Make “Spy Files” Public
CHICAGO - Citing a need for public accountability and to guard against the wholesale surveillance of religious and political organizations, a diverse group of Chicago-area associations and individuals...
Chicago Tribune: New Network Hopes To Bridge Culture Gaps
First national Muslim TV channel, which some welcome as a voice missing from mainstream media, seeks broad appeal.
ACLU: FBI Spy Files Project: ACLU Client List
The American Civil Liberties Union and the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (collectively, “ACLU”) is a national organization that works to protect civil rights and civil liberties.
The Phoenix: Fight Spurs Controversy
A fight among several Loyola students erupted on Oct. 22. At 3 a.m. the fight was reported by several of the students who were involved to the Chicago Police Department.
The Daily Vidette: Study Reveals Prevalent Anti-Muslim Stereotypes
A new study reveals one in four Americans still hold stereotypes of Muslims. The study, sponsored by the Council on American-Islamic Relations, found many Americans still believe Muslims teach their children to hate and that they value life less than others.
The Beacon News: That's Osama At The End Of Rope
I'm surprised there aren't more accidents in front of Debbie Norfleet's home. The fact her St. Charles house sits on Fifth Avenue, which veers off at a confusing Y intersection with Riverside Avenue, certainly has made for some roadway mayhem.
Daily Herald: Tolerance Takes A Hit
"Are you Yaser Tabbara?" the man on the other end of the phone wanted to know.
Daily Southtown: Local Muslims Denied List of 'Safe' Charities
Staff writer During the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which began Friday, believers often give money to ease the plight of fellow Muslims overseas.
The Jewish Week: Muslim-Jewish Relations
To Gary Roseblatt - Editor and Publisher I read with great interest your article entitled "How to Deal with American Muslims" (The Jewish Week, 09/10/04).
Chicago Tribune: Muslim Children Eager to Join Fast of Ramadan
Mention the Muslim holy month of Ramadan to 8-year-old Afra Mirza and her sparkling brown eyes widen with anticipation.
National Catholic Reporter: Peaceful Muslims Detained
* Regarding "Arrest of Cat Stevens breaks trust with moderates" (NCR, Oct. 8): A high-ranking U.S. official once asked me, "What is the single most detrimental scenario we must avoid at all costs, if we are ever to convince the world that our fight is against terrorism and not Islam?"
Chicago Public Radio: 2004 Election Coverage: Muslim American Voter Drive
Nationwide, leaders say Muslim Americans have been registering to vote in unprecedented numbers.
Chicago Sun-Times: Muslims Protest Candidate OK With Spies in Mosques
The Republican challenger to U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) drew heavy criticism Friday from a group of Muslim and interfaith activists for saying that he wouldn't object to the government placing spies inside U.S. mosques.
Daily Herald: Muslims Denounce Candidate's Remarks
Congressional candidate Kurt Eckhardt's comments about not trusting Islam drew renewed criticism Friday from Chicago-area Muslims who called a news conference to say such statements have no place in political campaigns.
The Daily Northwestern: Speakers Call for Expansion of Cross-Cultural Dialogue, Efforts to Dispel Stereotypes
To repair the relationship between America and the Muslim world, citizens and leaders on both sides must confront stereotypes and miscommunications, a panel of five experts said Tuesday night.
The Daily Northwestern: Panel addresses status of U.S.-Muslim relations: Speakers call for expansion of cross-cultural dialogue, efforts to dispel stereotypes
To repair the relationship between America and the Muslim world, citizens and leaders on both sides must confront stereotypes and miscommunications, a panel of five experts said Tuesday night.

