Community reacts as Evanston mom, daughter presumably held hostage by Hamas

At least 14 Americans have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, according to President Joe Biden, and others are being held by the militant group, designated as…

At least 14 Americans have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, according to President Joe Biden, and others are being held by the militant group, designated as a terrorist organization by multiple countries including the United States.It's one thing to hear about the news, what’s happening collectively, but to know an individual makes it so personal," said Ahuvah Coates.

Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weekly"I love Israel. I love the south. I’m in the kibbutz close to my mom," Judith said in a voice note to Coates."Nothing like Israel my love, just nothing." Judith and Natalie are feared to have been captured by Hamas. Judith's synagogue in Evanston shared the news on Facebook.

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