California
Gavin Newsom says he regrets using the word ‘apartheid’ to describe Israel
While not answering the question of whether he considers himself a Zionist, California Gov. Gavin Newsom emphasized that his objections are to the current Israeli government, not Israel as a state.
American demand for kosher wine strong despite national decline in wine consumption
Wine Talk: The three musketeers
‘Buffer zones’ come to California, as a lawmaker proposes limiting protests near houses of worship
Grapevine, March 20, 2026: A legislative battle against Jews
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Jews were beaten in San Jose because politicians chose to demonize them - opinion
A witness said the attackers moved with deliberate, focused fury.
California sues Oakland school district, saying district ignored order to address antisemitism
In January, the department ordered the Oakland Unified School District to send letters to families and staff condemning antisemitism and take several other steps. The lawsuit says the district failed
FBI warns Iran may launch drone attacks on US West Coast in response to war - report
"We recently acquired information that as of early February 2026, Iran allegedly aspired to conduct a surprise attack using unmanned aerial vehicles," the alert read.
'Don't mess with Iran': Two Jewish men beaten in San Jose after speaking Hebrew
Footage of the incident, shot by local witnesses, shows the pair of victims attacked by three other individuals outside the Augustine restaurant.
A Jewish writers initiative's first film: a comedy about a Holocaust survivor and his gay grandson
“The film is really a love letter to my grandparents, and the greatest generation,” Ash said. “I do consider my relationship with my grandparents to be one of the greatest blessings of my life.”
Gavin Newsom says some ‘appropriately’ call Israel an ‘apartheid state’ while questioning US aid
During the conversation, while suggesting that Israel’s alleged influence over the United States’ strikes in Iran was “pretty damn self-evident,” Newsom took aim at Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Paramount to buy Warner Bros Discovery in $110 billion deal as Netflix bows out of race
The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026 and would combine major studios and networks such as CNN and CBS, as streaming has upended the industry.
Antisemitism emerges as a defining issue in 2026 California governor’s race
Eric Swalwell, Antonio Villaraigosa, Matt Mahan, Tom Steyer, and Steve Hilton competed to present themselves as the strongest defender of Jewish safety at LA's gubernatorial forum on Thursday.
‘Tax the Jews’ chants break out at event held by Jewish mayor of San Francisco
“Suggesting that Jews are wealthy is a tired trope, and targeting our community at an event focused on creating economic opportunity for San Franciscans is decidedly antisemitic,” Mayor Lurie said.
