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Detroit’s ‘Birthday Candles’ Heads to Broadway
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Detroit Public Theatre show Birthday Candles will be performed on Broadway for two months starting in April of 2020.
Featured photo via Detroit Public Theatre Facebook
A Detroit-born...
Paul Gross Sheds Light on Climate Change
WDIV-TV Meteorologist Paul Gross answers questions surrounding climate change and the impact it has on Michigan communities.
What is your background or experience with climate...
Farmington Hills Native Drafted by St. Louis Cardinals
Farmington Hills native David Vinsky was the 15th-round selection of the St. Louis Cardinals in this month’s Major League Baseball draft.
David Vinsky is still...
Braun Beats Greenberg’s Home Run Record
35-year-old Ryan Braun officially holds the title for the most home runs by a Jewish baseball player.
(JTA) — Ryan Braun now holds the record...
Rep. Omar Joins Black-Jewish Caucus
Rep. Ilhan Omar announces her participation in the newly-formed black-Jewish caucus, a bi-partisan effort launched by Rep. Brenda Lawrence.
Featured photo via Ilhan Omar Facebook
The...
Auschwitz Exhibition Opens in New York City
Comprehensive Auschwitz exhibition in New York City explores horrors, rise of anti-Semitism to spread awareness of Auschwitz and honor victims.
By Alice Burdick SchweigerThe most...
Legislation Would Grant Additional Funds to Synagogues for Security
Senator Gary Peters of Michigan helped introduce bi-partisan legislation to provide increased funding for security for religious institutions.
By Marcy Oster
(JTA) — Two senators have...
Rashida Tlaib Says Her Palestinian Ancestors Made a ‘Safe Haven’ for Jews After Holocaust
Rep. Rashida Tlaib's comments on Holocaust survivors fleeing to Palestine causes major controversy.
(JTA) — Rep. Rashida Tlaib said in an interview that she “loves...
12 Rabbis Meet with New York Times about its Anti-Semitic Cartoon and Israel Coverage
By Ben SalesNEW YORK (JTA) — A dozen rabbis from across the major denominations met with the publisher and editorial page editor of The...
Taking Action on Gun Control
After Parkland, teens are leading in advocating for sensible gun control legislation.
By Stacy GittlemanIt’s happened again.Six months to the day when a white supremacist...
Ann Arbor Nephew of Poway Rabbi Shares His Family’s Reaction
Rabbi Alter Goldstein, nephew of Rabbi Yisroel Goldstein of Poway, says, "This hit my personal family, but we are all one..."
By Shelli Liebman DorfmanFeatured...
Metro Detroit Reacts to Poway Synagogue Shooting
Metro Detroit rabbis express sympathy and sadness following the shooting at Chabad of Poway.
By Allison Jacobs
On April 27, the world watched as yet another...
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With Bolton Gone, Will Trump Make a Deal with Iran?
The resignation of National Security Advisor John Bolton leads to speculation on whether President Donald Trump will try to make a deal with Iran.
By...
Bistro Le Bliss Celebrates its Inaugural Anniversary
West Bloomfield restaurant Bistro Le Bliss pleases palates in its first year with French-inspired Eastern European menu.
Photos via Bistro Le Bliss Facebook
Celebrating only its...
Children’s Books that Seize the Spirit
A look into six new children’s books for kids of all ages that demonstrate the spirit of the Jewish holidays and the traditions associated...
The Tribe Goes to the 2019 Emmys
The 2019 Emmys are this Sunday, September 22. Keep an eye out for these confirmed Jewish nominees!
The Primetime Emmys, for excellence in TV, will...
This Week’s Torah Portion: Being Chosen Is A Challenge
Parshat KiTavo: Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8; Isaiah 60:1-22
By Howard LupovitchThis week’s Torah portion underscores the complexity in the relationship between God and Israel, specifically the notion...
