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Israeli designer Arik Weiss discusses contribution to Marvel’s ‘Spider-Noir’ series

The Emmy-winning designer further discussed how his nationality is a complete non-issue in his field.

ARIK WEISS with his Emmy: ‘I’m no longer looking in from the outside.’
California’s proposed wealth tax is putting business domicile under scrutiny in exit planning.

California's proposed wealth tax makes business domicile part of the exit analysis

A U.S. Coast Guard Helicopter flies over the Pacific Ocean on August 21, 2026 in Malibu, California.

Israeli startup 'Ciconia' lands California helicopter safety deal to prevent midair collisions

Los Angeles, USA - Close-up on the insignia and slogan of a LAPD vehicle, with the reflection of Union Station's tower visible in the car's window.

Bomb hoax targets private Jewish school in Los Angeles amid string of antisemitic bombing threats


California Legislature approves Safe Worship Zone Act, now awaiting Newsom’s stamp

The act was authored by Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan and sponsored by Jewish California, ADL, JCRC Bay Area, and Jewish Federation LA.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks at a press conference and bill signing on July 13, 2026 in Oakland, California

California could make Jewish an ethnic identity under groundbreaking new bill

Beyond the role Jewish demographic data could play in fighting antisemitism, Bocarsly also pointed out the practical benefits that access to such information could provide in sectors like education.

The California State Capitol building on Sunday, March 29, 2026 in Sacramento, CA.

AIPAC-backed Democrat loses California House special election to Aisha Wahab

Wahab and Hernandez will again face each other in November. The winner of that election will hold the congressional seat for a full two-year term.

U.S. House candidate, California state Sen. Aisha Wahab speaks to the media during an election-night watch party at Firefighters Local 1909 on August 18, 2026 in Hayward, California

California special election becomes battleground over AIPAC's influence in Democratic Party

Bold America, another group that has received funding from the United Democracy Project, has spent roughly $1.8 million, according to The Hill.

Aisha Wahab speaks during the Bay Area Abortion Rights Coalition commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade at City Hall in San Francisco, California, on Jan. 25, 2023.

Jewish, Hindu, Zoroastrian parents sue California school district over mosque field trip

Jewish, Hindu, and Zoroastrian parents allege students were encouraged to wear Islamic attire and exposed to religious advocacy on a school trip.

Santa Clara, California.

Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad gets into scuffle with California House candidate

In a video later released on social media, candidate Dennis Feitosa can be seen grabbing at Haddad's hand as Haddad gestures while speaking, as the two fought verbally. 

Yoseph Haddad preparing to debate anti-Zionists on the Digital Social Hour, August 10, 2026

Surf’s pup: Some 20 dogs make a splash at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in California

This year’s overall winner was five-year-old Labrador retriever Rippin Rosie, followed closely by Iza, a French bulldog from Pleasanton, and Bradley “Shortboard” Cooper from Long Beach.

Sally jumps off her board while competing in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California.

Armed man arrested near Trump's golf course days before scheduled presidential visit

The suspect had already been under investigation by El Segundo police on suspicion of robbery. He was also arrested on suspicion of carrying a concealed weapon and possessing prohibited ammunition.

A vehicle drives to pick up US President Donald Trump (not pictured) upon his arrival at the Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, US, August 4, 2026.

California to enforce law against antisemitism in schools after free speech challenge dismissed

Wise said that teachers and students did not provide sufficient evidence of infringements on free speech, and teachers could not claim speech rights on the job.

The California State Capitol building in Sacramento, CA, March 29, 2026.

After chronicling Jewish history, Oscar-winning filmmaker Richard Trank begins new life in Israel

“Every time she and I came here, there was always a sadness when we knew we had to leave,” Trank said of the country whose story shaped his career.

RICHARD TRANK with his Oscar, at home in Herzliya.