Highland Park Probes Antisemitic Letter, Hazmat Response

A threatening antisemitic letter was delivered to a residence in the 900 block of Marion Avenue in Highland Park, Illinois, on Sunday night, prompting a large response from local police, the FBI, and hazmat teams. The letter, sent via the U.S. Postal Service, was found to be non-toxic after testing. City officials, including Mayor Nancy Rotering, condemned the act and emphasized the importance of Jewish families to the community as well as the city's commitment to combating hate. Authorities have heightened monitoring of houses of worship and urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. No information about suspects has been released, and the investigation is ongoing. Officials continue to stand in solidarity with the Jewish community amid rising antisemitism.