The California Journal Stories & perspectives.
Stories & perspectives.
From the Golden State.
Original journalism and cultural profiles examining how California’s diverse Muslim communities live, worship, and build community.
Culture & Lifestyle
A Guide to Ramadan in California: Night Prayers, Community Iftars, and Late-Night Bites
How Muslim communities from the Bay Area to Southern California observe Ramadan, with vibrant outdoor night markets, 20-rakat Taraweeh, and community iftars.
November 11, 2026 Read story ↗
Education
Inside Zaytuna College: America’s First Accredited Muslim Liberal Arts College
How a historic institution in Berkeley, California achieved regional accreditation and shaped Muslim higher education in North America.
November 9, 2026 Read story ↗
Culture & Lifestyle
The Story of Little Arabia: How Anaheim Officially Recognized a Historic Enclave
The decades-long journey of immigrant entrepreneurs, community organizers, and civic leaders to establish America’s first officially designated Arab American district.
November 5, 2026 Read story ↗