See the Chassidus in Color entry by Akiva Forer - 18, from Florida, of the 12 Pesukim come to life. Full Story
Head Shliach Joins NW Florida Yeshiva for Father-Son Shabbaton
Yeshivas Lubavitch Northwest Florida recently hosted the Talmidim’s fathers for a meaningful and uplifting Shabbos led by renowned Shliach, Rabbi Moshe Feller, Head Shliach of Minnesota. Full Story
Prof. Baruch Bush, 78, OBM
Professor Baruch Bush, a longtime resident of Crown Heights and beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully just before Shabbos, 10 Adar, 5786. Full Story
Menahelim Learn About Connection at MEF Florida
The Chabad School Leadership for Menahelim brought together 55 principals of boys schools from as far as South Africa, Argentina, and across the United States and Canada, for two packed days of learning, networking, inspiration and growth, on 5-6 Adar/February 22-23. Full Story
May an AI or Robot Perform Work for Me on Shabbos?
Episode 5 “Lemaan Yishmeu” weekly halacha podcast with Rabbi Yosef Yeshaya Braun, Mara D’asra, and member of the Crown Heights Beis Din, addressing intriguing halachic questions on a wide range of practical topics. Full Story
You’re Invited: 10th High School Chidon Championship
Women and girls are invited: Next Sunday night, Batsheva Learning Center hosts the 10th Annual High School Chidon Championship in Crown Heights, culminating a months-long Torah learning journey of 450 High School girls. Full Story
Wedding: Mann – Oster
Photos: Levik Crombie/COLlive
The wedding of Mendel Mann of Venetian Islands, FL and Mushka Bracha Oster of Crown Heights took place at Oholei Torah Hall in Crown Heights. Photos
New Shluchim to West Elad, Israel
Rabbi Menachem and Pnina Cohen are joining the shluchim to Elad as Shluchim in West Elad, Israel. Full Story
Chabad Tel Aviv Brings Purim Joy to Tel Aviv’s Shelters
Under the shadow of missiles' threats and constant sirens, Chabad Tel Aviv is bringing the joy of Purim directly into hundreds of public bomb shelters. Full Story
9 Killed in Direct Missile Strike in Beit Shemesh
At least nine people were killed, and 28 wounded, in a direct missile strike on a residential building in Beit Shemesh on Sunday following a deadly missile barrage from Iran. Full Story
When the 12 Pesukim Come to Life at the Kitchen Table
Mendy, 9 years old, sits at the dining room table, his brow furrowed in deep concentration. He isn’t doing homework or playing a game. He’s writing a story about two friends who got into a huge argument over a swing at recess. Full Story
Happy Purim in a Bomb Shelter? It is Up to Us!
Rabbi Gluckowsky urges all to give Matanos L’Evyonim for needy Anash and Shluchim in Eretz Yisroel. Let us do all we can to make this Purim joyful for our brethren under fire. Donate at CharityForIsrael.com, and you are guaranteed that your gift will reach at least two needy families ON PURIM day! Full Story
Megillah Reading for Hard of Hearing in Crown Heights
Do you find it hard to follow along in your regular Megillah leining? Are you looking for a supportive environment? Join an inclusive Megillah reading in Crown Heights. Full Story
30 Letters in 30 Days Returns
Live at 10:00 PM ET: Rabbi Shais Taub re-launches his annual “Thirty Letters in Thirty Days” live series, beginning Motzei Shabbos at 10 PM ET, as a 30-day preparation for the Rebbe’s birthday featuring nightly classes on letters from Volume 12 of Igros Kodesh. Live
Israel Declares State of Emergency as Iran Fires Missiles at Israel
Under Operation “Roaring Lion,” the Jewish Quarter was closed and Western Wall prayers were limited to residents in protected areas.
Israel moved into a state of emergency on Shabbos after Iran launched missiles toward the country in response to U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran; commercial flights suspended and schools are closed. Full Story
Leader of Iran Khamenei Dead Following Israel, US Strike on Iran
President Donald Trump monitors U.S. military operations in Iran following an Israeli strike in Tehran on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. (The White House/X)
President Donald Trump confirmed on Saturday afternoon Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead, claiming the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) are seeking immunity from the U.S. Full Story, Photos, Video
Missile Barrage in Israel, Woman Killed in Tel Aviv
A woman was killed and at least 20 others were injured late Motzei Shabbos after an Iranian missile barrage struck central Israel, directly hitting residential buildings in Tel Aviv. Full Story, Photos, Video
Frierdiker Rebbe’s Telling Letter Regarding Citizenship Ceremony
Historic Treasures by Rabbi Sholom Ber Schapiro: The unusual letter the Frierdiker Rebbe wrote about his citizenship, acceptance, ceremony, and the lessons that can be learned from it. Video
New Song Bursting with Joy for Purim, “Happy with What I Got”
You will be unable to stop yourself from dancing when you hear the newest song dropped by California shliach Rabbi Yoey Muchnik and Izzy DJ, “Happy with What I Got.” Full Story
The Boy in the Back of the Room
There was a family in our community whose mother became religiously devout and believed that all those around her should be too. This included her husband, whom she would admonish. Full Story
‘Why Do You Want Moshiach?’: Resource Hub Launched on the Rebbe’s Last Maamar
A new learning hub from The Moshiach Office at Merkos 302 offers booklets, shiurim, kids' resources, and more — all centered on Ve'ata Tetzaveh, the final maamar distributed by the Rebbe. Full Story
Erev Shabbos in Crown Heights
Photos: Levik Crombie/COLlive
Sights and scenes from preparations on Friday for Shabbos Tetzaveh 5786 in the Crown Heights neighborhood. Photos
New Beginnings in a Historic Home: Moscow, Part I
Illuminations #216 a weekly publication by COLlive.com and DollarDaily.org: Rabbi Yanky and Rivky Klein share stories and moments of Shlichus from Chabad of the International Jewish Community of Moscow, Russia. Full Story
Brooklyn Students Take Stage at Regional JewQ Championship
On most weekdays, Jewish public school students blend into crowded hallways. But now, they took center stage. Full Story
Wedding: Pinson – Fox
Photos: Levik Crombie/COLlive
The wedding of Yitzchok Pinson and Mimi Fox, both of Crown Heights took place at Oholei Torah Hall in Crown Heights. Photos