U.S. on high alert after attacks at Michigan synagogue and Old Dominion University

CBS News
March 13, 2026
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Attacks at a Michigan synagogue and Virginia university may be linked to terrorism.

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Jewish communities nationwide are rattled by potential terrorist attacks at religious sites.

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Attacks occurred Thursday at Temple Israel in Michigan and Old Dominion University in Virginia, with authorities investigating possible terrorism links amid ongoing Middle East conflict. CBS News correspondent Anna Schecter is reporting on the incidents as the U.S. maintains heightened security alert status.

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CBS News reports the U.S. is investigating possible terrorism connections.

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