Organizers say next year’s event will again be free and, for the first time, professionally filmed for remote audiences, even as the legal dispute with the Jewish Federation over the withheld principal continues. Workmen’s Circle Chairman Neal Grossman and Yiddish Concert co-chair Amy Roth extended their thanks to the community, performers, Cain Park staff, volunteers, and the city of Cleveland Heights.

Cleveland Heights Mayor Kahlil Seren is now the target of a recall effort, following continued fallout from an incident involving his wife, Natalie McDaniel, at City Hall. Allegations of antisemitic remarks, a hostile work environment, and withheld bodycam footage have sparked public outrage. Despite the controversy, Seren has officially filed to run for re-election, a move that’s further dividing the community. Learn more here.

HBO has officially unveiled the young actors who will lead its upcoming Harry Potter television series, marking a significant moment for the beloved franchise. Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton and Alastair Stout have been selected to portray Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, respectively, following a global casting call that attracted more than 30,000 hopefuls.