Ohio

Jewish institutions flourish when they remain engaged with the broader world. By reclaiming these forgotten histories, we do more than celebrate the past – we set a foundation for the future.

When Rabbi Ari Jun learned that faith leaders were invited to speak at a rally in Cincinnati against neo-Nazis and white supremacy, he quickly responded that he would be there.

Local police reportedly said that "even though the demonstration was carried out without a permit, it was legal." 

The study found a sustained increase in the usage of murder verbs such as "kill" and "murder" across all film genres, with a particularly notable rise in crime films.

In my 30-plus years of facilitating public Hanukkah menorah lightings in Columbus, Ohio, I have seen their impact on people from all backgrounds and levels of religious observance.

Around a dozen masked individuals carrying Nazi flags marched in downtown Columbus on Saturday, drawing swift condemnation from the White House and Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.

The group can be heard chanting racial slurs as they march.

Small-town synagogues often function not just as religious institutions but as unique centers for education and community engagement.

I bring a unique perspective to this issue as the child of both Haitian and Jewish parents who worked tirelessly for community safety and democracy here in the United States.

Rabbi Cary Kozberg of Springfield, Ohio, apologized for disparaging remarks about the Haitian migrant community, pledging to engage with local leaders.