Jooish News

Hatzolah Fire Safety Flyer A flyer from Hatzolah about fire safety during Burning Chometz.

Ice Rink to be Demolished The LA Kings Valley Ice Center's Glacier sheet, Lobby Area and Natty Hatty Proshop are scheduled to be demolished on May 1, 2026. The rink, in Panorama City, serves local students and sports teams including the Jewish Boys Ice Hockey League.

911 Delays LAPD's new report says 911 delays persist as dispatcher staffing remains far below what is needed to meet state standards. Using the Erlang Calculator, the department estimates it needs 100 emergency board operators to answer 90 percent of calls within 15 seconds, but recent data shows an average of 34 PSRs assigned to 911 in a 24 hour period. Officials say in 2025 incoming calls were answered within 15 seconds just 64% of the time.

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Shooting Suspect Caught A shooting suspect was apprehended near the Western Kosher Pico location after a reported shooting at Pico and La Brea. The suspect was apprehended at Venice and San Vicente after a failed attempt at an escape.

Pesach Trash Pickup Organizers say they’ve received more than 1,100 requests for tomorrow’s Passover pickup and are asking residents to place containers out tonight after bedikas chametz, with crews expected to begin as early as 5 a.m. They’re requesting that cans be left in an accessible spot at the front of each home, even in the street by the driveway, as drivers will not be able to move containers. Residents are also encouraged to thank the truck drivers and their council representatives for helping ensure a smooth erev Pesach collection.

🚨LIVE NOW FOR CHOL HAMOED⚡Electric Pulse 3 on YidFlicks: One Final Adventure Eli still hasn’t found his father—and time is running out. Vovchik is closing in, determined to get his hands on the wondrous electric pulse scanner and unlock the mysterious “black box,” which is said to contain the most powerful tool in the world. There’s just one problem: only one person can open it—Eli. From hilarious pranks to nonstop action, Eli and Pinny are thrown into one final adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Oh—and never underestimate the twins… they’re not as small as you think. 😊 💥 Don’t Miss the what Everyone is Calling the Jewish Film Series of the Year!💥 LEARN MORE *👉 https://yidflicks.com/electric-pulse-3-the-full-series-now-on-yidflicks/

Death to Zionist Graffiti Amid immigration and Presidental protests in downtown Los Angeles last week, graffiti calling for the death to Zionists were found.

Restaurants Open on Passover We are compiling a list of Kosher for Passover Restaurants. Our list so far contains: La Bottega Lieder’s Benny's Grill Trattoria Natalie Do you know of any other kosher establishments that will be open? Message LA SCOOP on WhatsApp 310-892-4248.

Allah Akbar Shouted at Synagogue Congregants A person filming at the Chabad of Granada Hills shouted words including Allah Akbar at congregants arriving to pray and inside the premises. The filmer is Zhoie Perez (Furry Potato), who has been filming at Synagogues for many years and provokes confrontations resulting in arrests at many locations.

LA Scoop 2026 Family Activity List Organized by Price See the flyer for a list of activities ranging from free and low cost, to private parties at home. Do you have a local LA Business that should be included on this list? Contact LA Scoop (310) 892-4248

🎉 Grand Chol Hamoed Fun Day 🎉 Join us for 3 days of nonstop fun at: 📍 Pan Pacific Park – Indoor Gym 7600 Beverly Blvd. 🗓 Sunday, Monday & Tuesday ⏰ 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM ✨ Fun for all ages! Bring your family & friends and enjoy an exciting day filled with activities, games, and great vibes. We can’t wait to see you there!

Tools Stolen From Chaverim LA Chaverim of Los Angeles reported that two suspects broke into a storage unit on April 4 and stole thousands of dollars in equipment. The suspects used bolt cutters to access the unit and removed tools including recently purchased Milwaukee M18 impact wrenches along with personal items belonging to a volunteer.

UPDATE Restaurants Open on Passover Local LA eateries open on Passover: Beverly Hills Kosher Lieder’s Benny's Grill Trattoria Natalie La Bottega on a previous list was included erroneously as they were simply a pickup spot for the LA Gondola Seder menu.

New Restaurant Opening in Pico Smashouse Burgers is opening in the LA area according to a post by the company online. The establishment does not say when the opening will be, with only a general location of Pico and Robertson given. Do you have more information to share? Send it to LA Scoop on WhatsApp 310-892-4248.

Chaverim LA was burglarized over Shabbos losing a significant amount of tools from a storage location totaling thousands of dollars. Chaverim has been instrumental in LA helping thousands of callers for almost 15 years. It's now our turn to help them. Please donate to help recoup the loss. chaverimla.org/tools*

UPDATE Restaurants Open on Passover Local LA eateries open on Passover: Schwartz's Marketplace Beverly Hills Kosher Lieder’s Benny's Grill Trattoria Natalie We missed a local favorite, Schwartz's Marketplace in our list previously. They are open for dining and takeout on Chol Hamoed with a Passover menu.

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Filmer Requests Arrest and Promises Litigation Zohie Perez, known as Furry Potato, filmed outside the Sephardic Community Center Em Habanim this morning and reported that a driver in a white Mercedes struck them twice before entering the shul. Perez called police and requested a private person's arrest for assault with a deadly weapon and battery, which officers declined, issuing only a citation for a pedestrian collision. Perez explains how they will sue both the driver and the City of Los Angeles and said they plan to return on Saturday.

🎟️ Special Community Discount 🎟️ Special discounted tickets available for: Teachers • Kollel Families • Hatzolah Members • Shluchim Families 💲 Only $10 per ticket To receive your discounted tickets, please fill out the form below: 👉https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1TkO7--xl6EuD3mziuE14CjrLKZft8HC5IjfAGEKB4CMKiQ/viewform

Mincha at Knott's 7pm A tip from a subscriber indicated a group is organizing a Mincha at Knotts entrance 7pm this evening. Do you know of other amusement park Mincha services? Send a tip to LA SCOOP 310-892-4248.

Space X Rocket Launch A tip from a subscriber shows a Space X rocket over southern California around 8pm.

Magen Am Guidelines Adressing First Amendment Auditors As reports increase of First Amendment Auditors in the LA area, Magen Am has released a flyer with guidelines on how to avoid confrontation with filmers in public. A known auditor, Zhoie Perez (Furry Potato), has been successful in goading a response resulting in the arrest of many community members recently.

BS”D 🍷A Pesach Plea from Brucha Weisberger on behalf of a Stage 4 breast cancer patient I’m personally involved with: You can help split the sea for Leah’s healing this Pesach for Shvi’i shel Pesach! Leah, mother of 11, is courageously battling Stage 4 Breast Cancer. She is undergoing promising treatments in Florida and urgently needs funding to continue. https://tinyurl.com/bdhy8ukf Please share this post, daven for Leah bas Malka Sarah, and open your heart with whatever you are able to give. May your tzedakah this Pesach help turn impossible obstacles into pathways of salvation — just like Kriyat Yam Suf. Tizku lemitzvos! Chag Pesach Kosher v’Sameach! Brucha Weisberger 646-407-7066

Ontario Warehouse Fire A remarkable video documents the incident where an employee in Ontario initiated a warehouse fire at a paper storage facility, resulting in the incineration of the 1.2 million square foot warehouse. Law enforcement subsequently apprehended the employee on charges of arson.

Person Shot According to a source at the scene a person was shot in the area of 900 N Vista St this evening.

Beverly Hills Police Open House The Beverly Hills Police Department will be hosting an open house Sunday May 3. See the flyer for more details.

LAPD Wilshire Carnival Weekend The Los Angeles Police Department Wilshire Division carnival is this weekend. Today starting at 5pm Sat until 11pm Sunday 2pm-10pm See the flyer for more details.

Helicopters Valley Village Police and media helicopters over Valley Village were tracking a stolen vehicle that entered the NoHo West Shopping Center around 11am.

Fire at Ontario Mills Mall A few days after a massive 1.2 million square foot warehouse was ignited by an arsonist in Ontario, a suspected arsonist was arrested at the Ontario Mills Mall for arson.

Verbal Onslaught at Synagogue Zhoie Perez, known as Furry Potato, filmed outside the Meor Israel synagogue in Tarzana on Friday afternoon and was heard using phrases including “inshallah” and “Allahu Akbar.” One congregant acknowledged Perez’s right to film in public, but others contacted police as the situation escalated. Officers remained on scene until Perez left, and no arrests were made.

Chaverim LA was burglarized last week losing a significant amount of tools from a storage location totaling thousands of dollars. Chaverim has been instrumental in LA helping thousands of callers for almost 15 years. It's now our turn to help them. Please donate to help recoup the loss. chaverimla.org/tools*

CD2 Mimouna With Elected Officials Council District 2 staff of Adrian Nazarian joined Mimouna gatherings across the Valley as families marked the end of Passover. The visits included stops in several homes where residents shared food and traditions connected to the Morrocan Jewish celebration. Rabbi Joshua Bittan was among those who welcomed the delegation.

Bus Lanes Generate $19.6 Million in 2025 Automated bus lane cameras issued nearly 116,000 citations in 2025, generating about $19.6 million, according to a new LADOT memo. When the program first launched on Wilshire and La Brea Blvds, the cameras produced more than 5,500 tickets in a single month compared with the roughly 570 similar citations LADOT typically issued citywide. LADOT and Metro plan to expand the system, though the state law authorizing the cameras expires in 2027 unless renewed.

Burglary Suspect Apprehended A tip from a subscriber shows a burglary suspect at Spaulding and Melrose last night apprehended after a reported break in nearby.

Chaverim Volunteers Rescue Trapped Child Chaverim Los Angeles just responded to a child who was trapped in a locked vehicle near Beverly / La Brea. Two volunteer units were dispatched in under 2 minutes to rescue the eight month old. Thankfully the car was opened by the volunteers in seconds, and the child safely reunited. - RLH

Free Palestine Banners A tip from a subscriber shows banners over the 110 N freeway.

LAPD Carnival A tip from a subscriber shows the Los Angeles Police Department Wilshire Division carnival at La Brea and San Vicente with no lines reported at around 4:15pm.

West Hollywood Yom Hashoah Event The 2026 Yom HaShoah Commemoration will take place on Wednesday, April 15 at 12 p.m. at Plummer Park’s Fiesta Hall, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard. RSVP is requested by contacting Tatyana Rodzinek at (323) 848-6826 or via email at trodzinek@weho.org. The program will feature: Testimony by Holocaust survivor Eva Nathanson Musical tribute by Cantor Alexander Berkovich Screening of The Tale of Two Sisters Performance by the Hillel Hebrew Academy Children’s Choir Candle Lighting Ceremony

🛟Lifeguard Course for Yeshiva Students starting shortly 🏊 Includes CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard instruction with a two year certificate. 🕐 Friday's 12-6pm. Special consideration for those needing to travel to Pico or La Brea before Shabbos. 📧 Inquire at lifeguardinstructor@gmail.com

Vehicle Crash La Cienega A tip from a subscriber shows a traffic collision versus a light pole near Cashio and La Cienega. - @yeruchamklein

Tar Pit Museum Overhaul The La Brea Tar Pits and Page Museum will close for two years starting July 6 as work begins on a $240 million renovation. The approved Weiss/Manfredi plan includes expanding and updating the Page Museum and reshaping surrounding berms to create new outdoor gathering areas and improved access. Upgrades to signage, lighting, landscaping, and furniture are also planned across the 13‑acre site.

Beverly Hills Launches Drone in a Box Beverly Hills officials say the Police Department has launched a new “Drone in a Box” program that uses automated docking stations to deploy drones within about 90 seconds during emergencies. The system provides real time aerial video, thermal imaging, and wider city coverage to help officers assess incidents before arriving on scene. Police leaders say the technology is meant to improve response times, increase situational awareness, and support officer and public safety during high priority calls.

KSA Krispy Kreme - Not Certified even when Bearing Logo The KSA has released another official statement clarifying that items sold with the KSA Kashrus logo are not authorized and are no longer with supervision. The Krispy Kreme company is undergoing a change in ownership and decided against maintaining Kashrus certification at the stores or for baked items sold at retail locations such as Ralph's.

Antisemitic Ramblings Posted in Santa Monica Antisemitic flyers and “Free Gaza” stickers were found in parts of Santa Monica, according to submissions made through the Combat Antisemitism “Report It Now” app. The group says the materials echoed conspiracy themes they have tracked online and are now seeing in public spaces.

Street Lighting Repairs Nearly 200 streetlights have been repaired in Council District 5 over the past three weeks as dedicated LA Streetlights crews begin the first phase of restoring lighting and securing sites against theft and vandalism. A specialized team assigned to Council Districts 5 and 11 is helping speed up repairs, reduce the backlog and strengthen long‑term infrastructure. Officials say crews will continue rotating between both districts to address as many long standing outages as possible.

Yom HaShoah Today marks Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. The mayors of Los Angeles and Beverly Hills attended a remembrance ceremony Sunday at the Holocaust Museum LA on North Grove Drive. The gathering honored the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust and reaffirmed the community’s commitment to remembrance at the oldest Holocaust Museum in the US.

Yom HaShoah at Cedars Sinai A tip from a subscriber shows a Yom HaShoah event held at Cedars Sinai today.

Neighborhood Spotlight - Bella's LA Scoop stopped by with @DassyHirsch to visit Bella’s Bread & Butter on Melrose, a cozy neighborhood bakery and café known for its artisan sourdough bread, flaky croissants, wood fire oven. The menu focuses on high-quality, organic ingredients with a small but thoughtfully curated selection of breakfast, brunch, and lunch favorites—from coffee and pastries to light bites and seasonal dishes. More neighborhood stops are planned as we continue covering local restaurants and community spots.

Valley Village Burglaries A spree of burglaries were reported last night in the Valley Village area, with a house at Hatteras and Bellaire being broken into around 9:15pm and another on Magnolia near Colfax moments earlier. Police are looking for suspects who fled in a Kia towards Coldwater Canyon.

Israeli Consulate Fallen Solider Memorial Israel’s Consulate in Los Angeles will hold its official Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, April 20 at 7 PM at Stephen Wise Temple, marking the national day of remembrance for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism. The event is open to the public and serves as LA's central community gathering for the annual Commemoration. See the flyer for more details and registration.

Power Outage Highland Ave This morning, DWP personnel were addressing a substantial power outage that occurred overnight, impacting customers situated along Highland Avenue, following several hours of service disruption.

Cedars Sinai Inaugural Symposium Cedars Sinai chaplain Rabbi Jason Weiner is inviting the Los Angeles community to an inaugural symposium on emerging medicine and Jewish ethics on May 3. The program runs from 9am to 1pm and will feature Rav Asher Weiss of Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem as the keynote speaker, along with additional presenters. Further event details are available on the flyer.

As the search for missing Jeanne Litvin enters a second day, Hatzolah LA has opened a community search team to assist locating the missing person. If you wish to participate join Hatzolah Missing https://chat.whatsapp.com/BdHMBmRYyVUDg48ntj4Xgv?mode=gi_t

Vehicle Collision A video from Syd's Pharmacy shows the events leading up to a left turn driver colliding with oncoming traffic stopped at a light near Beverly and La Brea around 6pm. - Syd's

Missing Person Search intensifies for Missing Jeanne Litvin as it enters the 3rd day. Hatzolah called up hundreds of volunteers who are scouring the Los Angeles region. - RLH

California Science Center Space Shuttle The California Science Center has finished construction on the new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, a 200,000 square foot expansion that will display Space Shuttle Endeavour in a vertical launch position. The museum says it will announce an opening date this summer.

I am a mother pleading for help for my precious baby. My little Eli is only 6 months old. Instead of being safe at home in my arms, he is in intensive care, in isolation, fighting a serious tumor in his stomach and abdomen. Every single day I run to the hospital to be by his side, while my two little girls remain at home waiting for me. My heart is torn apart. The doctors told us that Eli needs urgent treatment, but the costs are overwhelming. We cannot do this alone. Please have rachmanus. Please open your hearts and help me save my baby. 👉 Click here to donate: https://venatnu.org/campaign/KIDS/baby-eli?ref=la16.4wg

LA Woman Arrested in Arms Sales to Iran L.A. federal prosecutors say a Woodland Hills woman was arrested at LAX Saturday night on charges of trafficking arms for the Iranian government. Officials allege 44‑year‑old Shamim Mafi brokered sales of Iranian‑made drones, bombs, fuses and millions of rounds of ammunition to Sudan. She is expected to make her first court appearance Monday and faces up to 20 years in federal prison if convicted.

Search for Jeanne Litvin Enters 5th Day Hatzolah LA has organized a community wide search for Jeanne Litvin last seen in the La Brea neighborhood Wednesday 4/15. A $10,000 reward is now offered for information leading to finding her. See the flyer for more details.

Chaverim of Rockland Assists in LA Search Chaverim of Rockland County NY dispatched over two dozen specialized volunteers to aid in the search for Jeanne Litvin, who has been missing since April 15, 2026. This team possesses extensive experience in locating missing individuals, including specialized video teams capable of pinpointing last known locations.

LAPD Notice Following a series of burglaries in the San Fernando Valley, the Los Angeles Police Department has issued a notification advising homeowners on preventative measures against home burglaries.

Overturned Vehicle A traffic collision at Oxnard and Rhodes resulted in an overturned vehicle blocking traffic. Initial reports indicate the suspect from that vehicle assaulted another driver at the scene.

💔 Save Baby Milcha 💔 Milcha is only 2 months old… a tiny, innocent baby who hasn’t even begun her life — and already she is fighting for it. She is suffering from a severe liver disease that is threatening her life. Doctors have determined: her only chance to survive is urgent, advanced treatment abroad. Her parents are heartbroken and helpless, doing everything they can to save their daughter - but the costs are overwhelming, far beyond what they can manage alone. Her mother, Feiga Tehila, is pleading for help… ❤️ Together, we can save Milcha https://go.aloviakids.org/bn688nx1?utm_source=la21.4wg

A tip from a subscriber shows a swastika superimposed over a Magen David in Downtown LA.

Hatzolah Calls News Conference Hatzolah of Los Angeles convened a press conference at the command post yesterday evening, following a continuous search for Jeanne Litvin spanning over seven days. Hatzolah requested volunteers from Rockland Chaverim to support the search efforts. Over 70 volunteers were observed canvassing the neighborhood last night.

Flyover Alert Hillel Hebrew Academy will hold a special flyover today between 9:30 and 10 AM honoring the IDF, featuring pilots whose grandfathers flew in Israel’s 1948 War of Independence. Residents and businesses in Pico Robertson and Beverly Hills may see the aircraft as it passes overhead. The school says the flyover is part of its Yom HaAtzmaut celebrations.

Assault Suspect Arrested Police at Beverly and Detroit aressted a suspect wanted for an assault with a deadly weapon in front of Syd's Pharmacy around 4:35pm.

Video of Missing Jeanne Litvin Volunteer search teams have obtained video footage of Jeanne Litvin, who was reported missing from the Venice and Western area. This footage, consistent with tips received, places her in the aforementioned area on April 15th, with further reports suggesting potential sightings on April 18th. Hatzolah requested Rockland Chaverim Volunteers who were able to obtain the footage from businesses nearby. Special search teams from LAPD, Hatzolah, Rockland Chaverim and Chaverim LA were dispatched to that area.

Extra Passover Trash Survey Organizers of the City of LA Passover Collection Program are asking participants to complete a short feedback survey using the Google Form linked below. They say community input is essential as next year's Pesach also begins on a Wednesday April 21, 2027 and they hope to secure full city sponsorship. Survey link: https://forms.gle/3jWoh4GF7jyYwtwU6

Billboards, Trucks, Posters Mobile billboard trucks, digital freeway signage, and large-format flyers have been observed across the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Members of the community have acquired advertising placements to elevate public awareness regarding Jeanne Litvin who has been missing for 9 days.