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Hess Kramer campers evacuated due to fire concerns

Published on May 2, 2013

Ventura County Star is reporting tonight at 10:18 p.m.: Roadrunner Shuttle donated two charter buses to pick up the 165 poeple at Camp Hess Kramer on Yerba Buena Road.

Stanley Dashew, inventor of embossing and printing machines, dies at 96

Published on May 1, 2013

Stanley Dashew, who invented embossing and imprinting machines that helped usher in the credit card industry, died on April 25 in Los Angeles. He was 96.

Celebrate Israel Festival’s top Jews of L.A.

Published on April 22, 2013

Slideshow of L.A.'s top Jews from the Celebrate Israel Festival!

Celebrate Israel Festival’s Top Jews of LA

Published on April 21, 2013

Celebrate Israel Independence Day festival map

Published on April 18, 2013

Find your way around the Celebrate Israel Festival in los Angeles with this map.

New evidence photos from Boston Marathon bombing

Published on April 17, 2013

Images from Israel Independence Day

Published on April 16, 2013

Photos from Israel

Israel Independence Day

Published on April 16, 2013

Does Egypt want Jon Stewart arrested? [VIDEO]

Published on April 3, 2013

Rock The Torah [VIDEO]

Published on April 1, 2013

EXCLUSIVE: Surveillance video of Doheny Meat scandal

Published on March 29, 2013

Less than 36 hours before the start of Passover, a high-end distributor and retailer of kosher meat located in the Pico-Robertson neighborhood had its kosher certification revoked by the Rabbinical Council of California (RCC).

Amos Shapiro, University of Haifa’s new president

Published on March 28, 2013

University of Haifa President Amos Shapira is blunt about what he believes should be Israel’s top priority.

Remarks by Vice President Joe Biden to the AIPAC Policy Conference [FULL TEXT]

Published on March 4, 2013

Thank you, Mr. President. (Applause.) It’s great to be here. It’s great to be here. (Applause.) Hey, Debbie.

Purim in Israel [SLIDESHOW]

Published on February 22, 2013

Israelis celebrate Purim in full costume throughout Israel.

Our Annual Purim Spoof Cover 2013: Hagel, Kittenyahu, Lena Dunham [SLIDESHOW]

Published on February 21, 2013

Connect. Inform. Perspire

OSCARS BALLOT 2013- Fill yours out for a chance to win great prizes

Published on February 20, 2013

Oscar Ballot 2013

Who is Yair Lapid? [VIDEO]

Published on January 22, 2013

Shmuel Rosner, Senior Political Editor of the Jewish Journal, speaks with Jewish Journal Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Rob Eshman about the results of the Jan. 23 Israeli election.

President Obama delivers remarks on the fiscal cliff [LIVE]

Published on December 31, 2012

Live from the White House

‘Who’s On First?’: The Sequel (w/ Jimmy Fallon, Billy Crystal & Jerry Seinfeld) [VIDEO]

Published on December 21, 2012

BREAKING: LAPD investigating bomb threat near Wilshire Boulevard Temple

Published on December 18, 2012

LAPD units on the scene at Wilshire Blvd. Temple‘s Koreatown synagogue are deploying bomb disposal units and robotic devices “to assess the situation” following a series of three bomb threats.

LIVE STREAM: LAPD investigating Wilshire Blvd. bomb scare

Published on December 18, 2012

Obama speech after Connecticut school shooting [FULL TEXT]

Published on December 14, 2012

"This afternoon, I spoke with Governor Malloy and FBI Director Mueller. I offered Gov. Malloy my condolences on behalf of the nation and made it clear he will have every single resource that he needs to investigate this heinous crime, care for the victims, counsel their families."

Nice Jewish Guys Calendar 2013 [VIDEO]

Published on December 4, 2012

Lawrence J. Ramer, businessman and humanitarian, 84

Published on November 5, 2012

Lawrence J. Ramer died at his home on Nov. 2 after a long battle with cancer. He was 84.

Hurricane Sandy: How you can help

Published on October 30, 2012

“As you all are aware, Hurricane Sandy, a storm of unprecedented magnitude, struck the Eastern portion of the United States. Seeing the response of communities across the region to the devastating storm, we are awed by the strength of the American people.

Maury Weiner, Bradley Chief of Staff, dies at 82

Published on October 17, 2012

Maury Weiner, Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley’s first chief of staff and deputy mayor, who played key roles in several Bradley campaigns, died on Sept. 30. He was 82.

Rebecca Catherine Nichols dies at 29

Published on October 17, 2012

Rebecca Catherine Nichols, daughter of Merle N. Stern and James H. Nichols Jr., died on Oct. 5 at 29.

Obituaries: Sept. 21-27, 2012

Published on September 19, 2012

Eunice Bordon died Aug. 16 at 96. Survived by son Robert (Alison); 2 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild. Hillside

Eli Boyer, community leader dies at 92

Published on September 19, 2012

Eli Boyer, community leader and philanthropist, died Sept. 4 at 92.

Leo Baeck Temple evacuates Torahs amid Sepulveda Pass wildfire

Published on September 14, 2012

Leo Baeck Temple removed its Torahs after a wildfire erupted in the Sepulveda Pass hills directly above the synagogue Friday afternoon.

Free High Holiday Services 2012

Published on August 24, 2012

For other services, visit our Alternative, College, Family, Kever Avot, Selichot and Tashlich calendars.

High Holy Day services guide: Family services

Published on August 24, 2012

For other services, visit our Alternative, College, Free, Kever Avot, Selichot and Tashlich calendars.

High Holy Day Services: 2012 Guide

Published on August 24, 2012

High Holiday Services: 2012 Guide

High Holy Day Services: Tashlich

Published on August 24, 2012

For other services, visit our Alternative, College, Family, Free, Kever Avot and Selichot calendars.

High Holy Day Services: Selichot

Published on August 24, 2012

For other services, visit our Alternative, College, Family, Free, Kever Avot and Tashlich calendars.

High Holy Day services guide: College services

Published on August 24, 2012

For other services, visit our Alternative, Family, Free, Kever Avot, Selichot and Tashlich calendars.

High Holy Day Services: Kever Avot

Published on August 24, 2012

For other services, visit our Alternative, College, Family, Free, Selichot and Tashlich calendars.

High Holy Day services guide: Alternative services

Published on August 24, 2012

For other services, visit our College, Family, Free, Kever Avot, Selichot and Tashlich calendars.

Elliot Caplow, real estate developer, philanthropist, 83

Published on August 16, 2012

Elliot Caplow, a prominent real estate developer and philanthropist, died Aug. 16 at the age of 83.

Son of murdered Israeli Olympian speaks out [VIDEO]

Published on July 31, 2012

At least 7 Israelis reported killed, dozens injured in Bulgarian terror attack

Published on July 18, 2012

Three people were killed and over 20 injured by an explosion on a bus carrying Israeli tourists outside the airport of the coastal city of Burgas on Wednesday, Bulgarian authorities said.

Published on July 3, 2012

On Friday night, July 6 JewishJournal.com will live stream Nashuva's Shabbat services from The Brentwood Presbyterian Church. Join Rabbi Naomi Levy for high-energy service combining charismatic preaching, traditional prayer and meditation, along with a heavy infusion of musical styles, from reggae to klezmer, performed by the Nashuva band.

Gino Bartali, Italian cycling legend, saved Jews during WWII [VIDEO]

Published on June 18, 2012

Gino Bartali is best known as a cycling legend who holds the record for the longest time span between victories at the Tour de France – ten years – a feat made all the more impressive by the Tour’s status as one of most grueling endurance competitions in the world and the fact that Bartali was an old man (by cycling standards) when he made his comeback in 1948. Looking beyond the marvel of his athletic stamina, Bartali’s life provides a powerful lesson in how moral endurance can empower from within.

Orthodox Jewish woman who claims abuse ostracized by own community

Published on June 11, 2012

The abuse went on for nearly three years before the schoolgirl told anyone that her spiritual adviser was molesting her while he was supposed to be mentoring her about her religion, authorities said.

Dr. David Rimoin, pioneering geneticist, dies at 75

Published on May 29, 2012

Dr. David Rimoin, a pioneering physician and researcher in the field of medical genetics, died May 27, 2012 at the age of 75.

Published on May 28, 2012

On Friday night, June 1 JewishJournal.com will live stream Nashuva's Shabbat services from The Brentwood Presbyterian Church. Join Rabbi Naomi Levy for high-energy service combining charismatic preaching, traditional prayer and meditation, along with a heavy infusion of musical styles, from reggae to klezmer, performed by the Nashuva band.

Arthur Stern, inventor, activist and philanthropist dies at 87

Published on May 25, 2012

Arthur Stern, inventor, activist and philanthropist, died in his home in Los Angeles May 25, 2012 at 87. Arthur Stern was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1925. His life story combined Holocaust-era heroism, scientific excellence, pioneering technological innovation, passionate pro-Israel activism, Jewish community volunteer work, and a stellar devotion to peace and justice.

Nashuva Lag Ba’Omer [SLIDESHOW]

Published on May 18, 2012

Orthodox rapper Y-Love reveals he’s gay

Published on May 15, 2012

Orthodox Jewish rapper Y-Love has announced that he is gay. The rapper, who records with the Jewish label Shemspeed, made the announcement in an Out magazine article published Tuesday.

Matisyahu - a very special ‘One Day’ [VIDEO]

Published on May 11, 2012

Jack Brandman, “Two Jews Meet at a Pirate Convention” [VIDEO]

Published on May 8, 2012

Jack Black will do anything to get into Hebrew school [VIDEO]

Published on April 30, 2012

The Hope [VIDEO]

Published on April 23, 2012

Trial for two Jewish brothers accused of beating black teenager in Baltimore set for Monday

Published on April 22, 2012

West Virginian Senate candidate equates smoking ban to Hitler policy [VIDEO]

Published on April 19, 2012

Obituaries: April 13-19, 2012

Published on April 11, 2012

Obituaries

Jon Stewart: Faith/Off - Easter vs. Passover

Published on April 10, 2012

Moves Like Moses [VIDEO]

Published on April 5, 2012

Karaite-style Matzah

Published on April 4, 2012

Passover Preparations, Israel

Published on April 3, 2012

Shaquille O’Neal speaks Hebrew on The Daily Show

Published on March 27, 2012

Tel Aviv Slut walk

Published on March 22, 2012

Daniel Silverman, Vice President of Congregation Etz Jacob, 84

Published on March 20, 2012

Daniel Silverman ascended to a higher realm on Feb. 6, 2012. He was born in Chicago, IL in 1928 and lived there until 1967 when he moved with his family to Los Angeles, CA (where he still resided). Danny worked at MCA/Universal in the publicity department for more than 40 years. Dan was a dedicated member and Vice President of Congregation Etz Jacob, where he chaired the Education Committee.

“Who Won Best Circumcision?”  Top Ten Moments from Israel Film Festival Gala [AUDIO+SLIDESHOW]

Published on March 16, 2012

Israeli President Shimon Peres’ speech at Dreamworks

Published on March 9, 2012

The Israeli President Mr. Shimon Peres, met with Dreamworks' leaders and gave a speech in front of 8000 staff members of the company.

Philanthropist Shlomo Yehuda Rechnitz celebrated by West Coast Chabad-Lubavitch

Published on March 8, 2012

The largest gathering of rabbis in West Coast Chabad-Lubavitch history celebrated philanthropist Shlomo Yehuda Rechnitz and his wife, Tamar.

Historian Aaron Friedman on Israel’s leaders [VIDEO]

Published on March 6, 2012

Israeli historian Aaron Friedman shares his experiences in the creation of the State of Israel and his relationships with its leaders.

TONIGHT: Meet the filmmakers and directors from Ma’ale Film School

Published on March 1, 2012

Our Annual Purim Spoof Cover 2012: Angry Beards, Donald Trump, Berman v. Sherman, Proxy Baptism

Published on March 1, 2012

Our Annual Purim spoof Cover

Conservative blogger Andrew Breitbart dies at 43

Published on March 1, 2012

Conservative blogger Andrew Breitbart has died at 43. According to a statement on his Web site, BigJournalism.com, Breitbart is said to have died "unexpectedly from natural causes."

2012 Oscars: Sacha Baron Cohen vs. Ryan Seacrest [VIDEO]

Published on February 28, 2012

Stephen Colbert weighs in on proxy baptism

Published on February 24, 2012

Live Broadcast: Berman v. Sherman Debate (With Mark Reed) [LIVE RECORDING]

Published on February 21, 2012

Oprah tours a traditional Jewish mikvah

Published on February 17, 2012

From Israel with Love [VIDEO]

Published on February 14, 2012

Peter Beinart’s email to J Street members [FULL TEXT]

Published on February 13, 2012

Sometimes you get lucky. I've spent the last year writing a new book, The Crisis of Zionism. It tells the story of how a young Barack Obama fell in love with the Jewish social justice tradition, only to discover the deep chasm between that tradition and the American Jewish Establishment when it comes to Israel.

Why we’re holding a candidates’ debate in the 30th district

Published on February 7, 2012

BREAKING: Prop. 8 marriage ban ruled unconstitutional

Published on February 7, 2012

LA Times is reporting that the Prop. 8 marriage ban ruled unconstitutional - more to come

Milken JCC to close in June

Published on February 3, 2012

The JCC at Milken in West Hills announced this week that it will shut its doors permanently as of June 30. The 42-year-old center will also close its Early Childhood Center, which has 80 preschoolers, on June 15.

The Jewish Journal announces iPhone/Android apps

Published on January 26, 2012

The world of Jewish news is now available for both the iPhone and Android.

President Obama: 2012 State of the Union [FULL VIDEO]

Published on January 24, 2012

The online-only enhanced version of President Obama's third State of the Union Address features charts, stats and data that helped inform President Obama's policy decisions.

LMFAO - Sexy and I Know It (Parody) “Gassy and I’m Bloated” by Smooth-E

Published on January 4, 2012

Neil Diamond covers Adam Sandler’s ‘The Hanukkah Song’

Published on December 20, 2011

Roseanne Sings Israeli National Anthem—And It’s Good!

Published on December 16, 2011

In her television studio in El Segundo, Roseanne Barr is singing the Israeli national anthem — and it’s good.

You spell Kadafi, I spell Gaddafi

Published on October 20, 2011

‘Welcome home Gilad’ video featuring Matisyahu’s ‘One Day’

Published on October 18, 2011

Gilad Shalit gathering in Los Angeles celebrates the soldier’s return [VIDEO]

Published on October 18, 2011

Just before the start of a community gathering early Tuesday morning in the ballroom of the Beverly Hilton Hotel, Israeli Consul General David Siegel looked toward a set of giant TV screens to watch Gilad Shalit step out of a helicopter on his journey home to Israel.

Video footage of Gilad Shalit’s release

Published on October 18, 2011

Video footage of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit being released from captivity on Tuesday after five years.

How to build a Sukkah [VIDEO]

Published on October 12, 2011

Building as Sukkah is more involved than you think...

Jewish Journal names new president, publisher

Published on September 7, 2011

David Suissa, a marketing guru, writer and community leader, has joined TRIBE Media Corp. as president of TRIBE and The Jewish Journal of Greater Los Angeles.

Where to Find Superbowl Sex

Published on February 4, 2011

Temple Judea Goes Glee-ish [VIDEO]

Published on September 3, 2010

Ajami Gets Best Foreign Film Nomination

Published on February 2, 2010

“Belle du Jour”—Nice Jewish Girl

Published on November 17, 2009