If it’s January, it must be time for the annual St. Louis Jewish Community Blood Drive at Young Israel in University City. Thanks to the efforts of Dr. Bob and Judy Hellman, named Jewish Light Unsung Heroes in 2014, the blood drive has been held annually...

At least 10 people were killed and dozens wounded when the driver of a pickup truck rammed into a crowd while opening fire at police during New Year’s celebrations in New Orleans early Wednesday morning. New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell told reporters...

The Gateway Arch and Old Courthouse served as the backdrop for the lighting of the Staenberg Menorah for each of the eight nights of Hanukkah, which ran Dec. 25 to Jan. 1. The lighting coincided with Winterfest in Kiener...

As we turn the page on 2024, the St. Louis Jewish Light is looking back at the calendar year that was. Here are the 10 local stories you read the most this year. 10. St. Louis white supremacist group tied to hate-fueled rally in Ohio A hate-fueled...

Yesterday, we shared a list of St. Louis Chinese restaurants open on Hanukkah and Christmas Day—or rather Hanukristmas. Dining out at a Chinese restaurant is a beloved tradition for many Jewish St. Louisans. But maybe this year, you want to bring the...

In a city like St. Louis, where cultural and religious heritage is deeply woven into our collective identity, a fresh, comedic take on Jewish life is a welcome addition. Enter Stars of David with Elon Gold, a brand-new podcast launched by UNPACKED, a...

This story was originally published on JewishUnpacked.com. The “Wicked” press tour continues to make headlines. From “holding space” for “Defying Gravity,” the way co-stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have been teased about crying...

When I was young, my brother and I used to fight over Hanukkah gelt. This was complicated because the pieces were different sizes, so even if the number of pieces were the same, it still didn’t always seem fair. As an adult, it always felt embarrassing...

Last year, St. Louis unveiled a spectacular new addition to its holiday celebrations: the Staenberg Menorah, a towering 29-foot-tall marvel located at Kiener Plaza with the Gateway Arch towering behind it. Constructed with 250 feet of truss and lit with...

The last time Hanukkah and Christmas aligned was 2005, and it won’t happen again until 2035. But one tradition that doesn’t require a rare alignment? Enjoying Chinese food on Christmas—it’s here to stay. Chinese...

Somewhere in the realm of culinary myths and kitchen rumors is this gem: “Don’t fry latkes in olive oil.” Maybe it’s something you heard from a friend’s aunt or saw in a food blog comment section. Here’s the truth—you absolutely can. St....

Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School’s Hanukkah Extravaganukkah showcased the singing talents of students on Friday, December 20 at Congregation B’nai Amoona. Mirowitz school supporters listened to songs performed by each class. The program was...