Central Reform Congregation has named Terri Grossman as its next executive director. A passionate and collaborative leader with a long record of accomplishment in the St. Louis Jewish community, Grossman will step into the role on July 14, succeeding...

Mazel tov! Five cheetah cubs were born last month at the St. Louis Zoo. That’s exciting news in its own right—and, honestly, a great excuse to share baby cheetah photos. But here at The Jewish Light, we couldn’t help but ask: Is there a Jewish angle?...

The Israel Defense Forces’ new Hasmonean Brigade made history on Sunday by becoming the first ultra-Orthodox unit to enter the Gaza Strip, according to Channel 12 reporter Amit Segal. The unit joins the fight against Hamas amid a fierce debate over...

In the wake of two violent attacks on Jewish community events in recent weeks, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security have issued a public service announcement warning of an “elevated threat” to Jews and Israeli communities. In their announcement...

This story was originally published in the Forward. Click here to get the Forward’s free email newsletters delivered to your inbox. WHITE OAK, PENNSYLVANIA — Nik Jakobs, a Jewish cowboy with a finance degree and four daughters, isn’t your...

Shel Chesky and his daughter Lindsey Hermes will celebrate Father’s Day on June 15th discussing their favorite topic: road sealants. Hermes, a member of Congregation Shaare Emeth, is the chief operating officer of BioSpan, an environmentally friendly...

The Brothers Lazaroff are playing two special nights at Joe’s Café, 6014 Kingsbury Ave., to raise money for local tornado relief. The June 10 concert features Selector Blvck Spdve while the show on June 24 has DJ Boogieman selecting and mixing after...

Dodi Taylor, the manager of Jewish community engagement at the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, is all about health; she has a master’s degree in nutrition and even teaches yoga.  In addition to her role at the Federation, Taylor also works as the...

Like Carrie Bradshaw and Imelda Marcos, I have a not-so-secret weakness for shoes. My budget (and body) might not allow for Christian Louboutin or Jimmy Choo sky-high heels, but somehow my closet is still packed to the brim. Let’s just say I may not...

Mohamed Sabry Soliman, the man accused of firebombing people marching to raise awareness of Israeli hostages in Gaza, had planned the attack for over a year, local and federal authorities said on Monday as they charged him with attempted murder and a...

Across the metro area, the Jewish community is preparing to mark Pride Month with events that celebrate LGBTQ+ identity and affirm inclusive Jewish values. From queer Torah study to community-wide picnics, the month’s programming creates space for joy,...

Editor’s note: No eyes were poked, no one was slapped and nobody’s head got stuck in a vise during this interview. This Thursday, June 5, a local journalist, morning newsletter wrangler and unapologetic Moe Howard superfan returns to the Mirowitz...