Los Angeles
Catherine O'Hara, actress from Home Alone, Schitt’s Creek dies at 71 in Los Angeles home
According to her agency CAA, O'Hara, who was 71 years old, died at her home in Los Angeles following a brief illness.
Israeli creators expand their presence in Hollywood
Israeli comedian Guy Hochman barred from LA venue for not condemning Israel
LA real estate investor donates $100M office tower to Chabad for largest Jewish center
Police investigating homicides of two Israeli men, both found dead in LA homes
Two Israelis were murdered in separate cases in LA, one was beaten to death, and three suspects were arrested. Police probe both as homicides. No link confirmed.
Forget the egg and spoon! Los Angeles prepares for first ever sperm racing competition
The event will include live commentary and betting.
Israel, Romania sign landmark Olympic cooperation agreement
The agreement was signed by Yael Arad, Chair of the Olympic Committee of Israel, and Mihai Covaliu, President of the Romanian Olympic and Sports Committee.
How losing homes in the Los Angeles wildfires re-traumatized Jews who escaped Iran
DIASPORA AFFAIRS: 42 years ago, Mahnaz, Firouz, and their then-small children had escaped the fanatic violence and persecution of Iran in the middle of the night.
Sharona Nazarian becomes first Jewish Iranian-American woman mayor in US history
On February 27, 2025, she wrote, "Beverly Hills has always stood against antisemitism and injustice"
Massive wildfire erupts in eastern California, sparking evacuations
There were no immediate reports of injuries or structural damage so far. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, according to Cal Fire.
Gal Gadot receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
“I’m just a girl from a town in Israel and could have never imagined such a moment,” Gadot said.
US antisemitism task force to meet leadership of four major cities
The US Antisemitism Task Force is pressing city leaders to address discrimination in schools, as federal scrutiny over rising antisemitism intensifies.
Miriam Adelson’s legacy: Philanthropy and unwavering commitment - opinion
Miriam’s true strength doesn’t lie in the number of projects she has funded or initiatives she has launched – it lies in her ability to unite, inspire, and act without seeking anything in return.
500 LA leaders, Michael Douglas call for action after UC Regent's home vandalized, surrounded
The Jewish Federation Los Angeles urged accountability for last Wednesday's protest demanding UC adopt anti-Israel policies at the United Talent Agency's vice chairman's home.