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Southwest News-Herald: Man Charged in Hate Crime Burbank Man Is Implicated by Fed Agents in Van Bombing
A Burbank resident alleged of a 2003 bombing of an Arab-American family’s van was charged by federal agents July 11 with a hate crime for the same incident.
Medill News Service: Area Jewish and Muslims exchange art and dialogue
When people walk by a coffee shop near a university, they are not usually surprised to see an open mike session.
ABC News: PSA reminds Americans that Muslims condemn terrorism, too
Muslim-Americans are airing a new public service announcement on the heels of the London terrorist attacks.
Chicago Sun-Times: Same hate crime, new U.S. charges against convicted Burbank man
In 2003, Eric Nix was charged with a hate crime after he hurled a fireworks-type mortar into a Muslim family's van in Burbank.
Chicago Tribune: Man faces new charges in 2003 van explosion
A Burbank man was arrested Monday on federal charges he violated the civil rights of a Muslim family when he allegedly tossed a fireworks explosive into their unoccupied van.
Time: The Model School, Islamic Style
As they learn about the American Dream, these kids wonder if it's theirs to pursue. The boys, with some affection, call their school "the box."
Chicago Sun-Times: Anti-Muslim Rhetoric Sends Hate Crimes Up, Group Says
Council cites radio, Internet for increase in discrimination WASHINGTON- Anti-Muslim Internet traffic and radio broadcasts are fueling an atmosphere of hate and contributing to increased discrimination, the Council on American-Islamic Relations said Wednesday.
Chicago Tribune: Mosques, Islamic Schools Face Hard Road in Suburbs
Muslims move in, but facilities often fought Invitations were delivered to every neighbor along Old Orchard Road in Harvard. But when the day arrived to meet the likely new owners of the brick church at the end of their street, no one showed up.
Pacifica Radio: Flashpoints: Anti-Muslim Hate Crimes in Chicago
Ahmed Rehab talks to Flashpoints' Solange Etcheverriez on Pacifica National Radio about anti-Muslim hate crimes in Chicago.
Chicago Tribune: Threatening Calls to Muslim Couple Spark FBI Probe
The FBI is investigating racist and threatening phone calls to a Muslim couple in Chicago Ridge, a national advocacy group official said Friday.
Daily Northwestern: Reaction to Attacks Raised Questions of Identity
Following Sept. 11, more than 1,200 Arab and Muslim immigrants were detained and arrested.
Chicago Tribune: Seniors Get Look Into Way of Islam
Elderhostel works with Muslims on education project Under the silver dome of the Islamic Cultural Center in Northbrook, the young boy lifted his hands to his ears and raised his voice sounding the afternoon call to prayer.
Chicago Tribune: Watchdog Group Assails Mosque's Saudi Books
Concerned about Saudi Arabian influence on American religious life, a Washington-based international watchdog group visited 15 American mosques to check for Saudi-published tracts, magazines and books.
Chicago Flame: Chicago Islamic Group Reacts to Iraqi Elections
On January 30th the people of Iraq voted for their new leader in what is said to be a triumph for democracy and freedom. However, there are still several problems that must be addressed before victory is declared.
Southwest News-Herald: Lecture Series On Islam to Be Offered
A set of lectures will be held Feb. 16 and 23 ad the Islamic Cultural Center, 1810 N. Pfingsten Road, Northbrook.
ACLU Illinois Brief: ACLU Seeks Access to Spy Files
CAIR-Chicago's Director, Yaser Tabbara, was featured on the winter edition of the ACLU Illinois' brief. You can read the story here.
Official Wire: CAIR-CHICAGO Extends Lecture Series On Islam
'Building Bridges to Islam' events co-hosted by Edlerhostel CHICAGO, IL -- The Chicago office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) today announced that, because of popular demand, it is extending the "Building Bridges to Islam" lecture series currently being offered in cooperation with Elderhostel, the nation's largest educational and travel organization for older adults.
WCEV - 1450AM: CAIR-CHICAGO Directors Make Guest Appearance on Arabic Radio
Listen to the audio here (Arabic & English)
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin: Around Town
DePaul University College of Law Professor M. Cherif Bassiouni is scheduled to deliver the keynote address to a gathering of the Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations February 26 at the Islamic Foundation of Villa Park, 300 W. Highridge Road.
Official Wire: CAIR-CHICAGO Launches New Online Center
Website Features Press Center, Community News & Announcements CHICAGO, IL -- The Chicago office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) today launched its new online center located at: www.cairchicago.org.

