This is the 14th year Menorah in the D has taken place in downtown Detroit, and organizers said they hope this tradition continues to grow year after year.

A towering symbol of light and resilience took center stage in downtown St. Louis as members and friends of the Jewish faith gathered to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah beneath the glow of a 29-foot menorah.

As the island's Jewish residents prepare for the festive holiday, which begins at sundown Wednesday and ends Jan. 2, 2025, local rabbis are sharing the key themes and values that Hanukkah celebrates and how those reflect Jewish faith and tradition.