Beth Jacob Holds Farewell Shabbat for Longtime Rabbi Kalman Topp
August 11, 2026
Topp is departing Beth Jacob, where he has served as senior rabbi since 2009. He and his wife, Rebbetzin Jordana, are making aliyah.
Ryan Torok
A Rabbi Explains What’s Jewish About ‘The Odyssey’
July 29, 2026
In both, there’s sacrifices, there’s tribal identity, there’s a concern for honor and dignity. And then there are these huge, glaring differences
L.A. Jewish Leaders Split Over Rahm Emanuel’s Israel Speech
July 15, 2026
During his roughly 30-minute speech, he warned that Israel had become a “prisoner of its own tools” and that the American-Israel relationship, although historically strong, was “at a crossroads.”
‘Floaters’ Brings the Joy and Heart of Jewish Summer Camp to the Big Screen
July 8, 2026
“The Floaters” opens at Laemmle locations in West L.A. and Encino on July 17.
Phil Rosenthal’s Latest Children’s Book Encourages Kids to ‘Just Try It!’
June 18, 2026
Published by Simon & Schuster, the book, which was published in March, encourages young readers to embrace new experiences, even when they seem a little scary at first.
Marking BCI’s 85th Anniversary, Jewish Leaders Reflect on a Program That Shaped Their Lives
June 18, 2026
Through communal living, arts, music, discussion, outdoor experiences and Jewish learning, the program has long sought to help young adults explore both Judaism and themselves.
As California Primary Elections Arrive, Community Grapples with Choices
June 2, 2026
Whether backing long-shot candidates, weighing strategic votes or sitting races out altogether, many said they were still searching for leaders who reflected both their values and their concerns.
Jewish Californians Gather in Sacramento to Turn Concern into Action
May 18, 2026
The summit’s emotional center remained the lobbying itself: ordinary Californians leaving hotel conference rooms behind to walk directly into the offices where state policy is shaped.
Kehillat Israel to Return to Palisades 16 Months After Devastating Fire
May 13, 2026
It’s not just a momentous occasion for the congregation but is significant for the larger Palisades community as well, as it helps restore a sense of faith that the community will reemerge stronger than ever.
Global Survey by the Jewish Agency Finds Strong Optimism About the Future of World Jewry
April 23, 2026
The report revealed that nearly three-quarters, 74%, of Jewish young adults (ages 18-28) worldwide and two-thirds, 67%, of young adults in Israel believe they can positively influence the future of their communities.
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