San Francisco Archdiocese to pay $400M in clergy sex abuse settlement
More than 500 survivors of clergy sexual abuse in the Archdiocese of San Francisco reached a $395 million settlement that was announced Monday, with church leaders agreeing to an additional 14-point plan for protecting children.
More than 500 survivors of clergy sexual abuse in the Archdiocese of San Francisco reached a $395 million settlement that was announced Monday, with church leaders agreeing to an additional 14-point plan for protecting children.
Haslet congregation blocks return of pastor who hired sex offender son
Congregation members of a North Texas church have voted against reinstating their former senior pastor, months after he stepped down for secretly employing his son, a lifetime registered sex offender, on the church and school campus.
Congregation members of a North Texas church have voted against reinstating their former senior pastor, months after he stepped down for secretly employing his son, a lifetime registered sex offender, on the church and school campus.
Ex-youth pastor arrested in 20-year-old death of wife at Zion National Park
Former youth pastor David Vander Meer has been arrested and charged with murder and insurance fraud in connection with the 2006 death of his wife, Bernadette Vander Meer, at Utah's Zion National Park.
Former youth pastor David Vander Meer has been arrested and charged with murder and insurance fraud in connection with the 2006 death of his wife, Bernadette Vander Meer, at Utah's Zion National Park.
Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
Bible passages added to required reading lists
The Republican-led Texas State Board of Education voted in favor of a required reading list featuring Bible stories. A vote on a major social curriculum rewrite has not happened yet.
The Republican-led Texas State Board of Education voted in favor of a required reading list featuring Bible stories. A vote on a major social curriculum rewrite has not happened yet.
Texas judge who refused to officiate same-sex weddings awarded $640K
A Texas judge was awarded more than $600,000 after she was disciplined for refusing to perform same-sex marriages, citing her religious beliefs.
A Texas judge was awarded more than $600,000 after she was disciplined for refusing to perform same-sex marriages, citing her religious beliefs.
Pastor could return to NTX church where sex offender son worked
A North Texas pastor could return to the church where he allowed his sex offender son to work at, according to members of the church's community. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.
A North Texas pastor could return to the church where he allowed his sex offender son to work at, according to members of the church's community. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.
Haslet pastor could return to church after son's sex offender arrest controversy
A Haslet pastor could return to his church following an extended leave of absence following the arrest of his son, who was booked for failing to comply with mandatory sex offender registration requirements in February.
A Haslet pastor could return to his church following an extended leave of absence following the arrest of his son, who was booked for failing to comply with mandatory sex offender registration requirements in February.
First Baptist Dallas breaks ground to rebuild historic sanctuary after 2024 fire
First Baptist Dallas held a groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday to rebuild its historic sanctuary, which was destroyed by a fire in July 2024.
First Baptist Dallas held a groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday to rebuild its historic sanctuary, which was destroyed by a fire in July 2024.
Pentagon cuts 180 faiths from military recognition list — here's what remains
The Department of War has reduced its list of recognized religious affiliations from more than 200 faith codes to 31.
The Department of War has reduced its list of recognized religious affiliations from more than 200 faith codes to 31.
Pope calls for strong AI regulations in new manifesto
Pope Leo XIV released his eagerly awaited manifesto demanding tougher regulations and oversight for artificial intelligence as he considers the technology a challenge facing the world today.
Pope Leo XIV released his eagerly awaited manifesto demanding tougher regulations and oversight for artificial intelligence as he considers the technology a challenge facing the world today.
Fort Worth ISD’s new Muslim principal reassigned over past social media posts
Fort Worth ISD has reassigned Western Hills High School’s new principal, Shayma Alzubi, because of past social media posts that the district claims violate staff policy. Critics argue she’s the victim of religious discrimination.
Fort Worth ISD has reassigned Western Hills High School’s new principal, Shayma Alzubi, because of past social media posts that the district claims violate staff policy. Critics argue she’s the victim of religious discrimination.
Fort Worth ISD principal removed over social posts
A newly appointed principal at Western Hills High School was reassigned while the district investigates some of her past social media posts. Critics argue she is the victim of religious discrimination.
A newly appointed principal at Western Hills High School was reassigned while the district investigates some of her past social media posts. Critics argue she is the victim of religious discrimination.
Texas sues 'TexAM' over alleged fake degrees and confusing Texas A&M branding
The state of Texas is suing "Texas American Muslim University" (TexAM) for allegedly operating an illegal, unaccredited school and using branding deceptively similar to Texas A&M University.
The state of Texas is suing "Texas American Muslim University" (TexAM) for allegedly operating an illegal, unaccredited school and using branding deceptively similar to Texas A&M University.
Rededicate 250 prayer rally draws thousands to National Mall
A daylong prayer rally drew thousands of people to the National Mall on Sunday where they heard speeches from prominent religious and political figures.
A daylong prayer rally drew thousands of people to the National Mall on Sunday where they heard speeches from prominent religious and political figures.
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn introduces BOOT Sharia Law Act to bar 'anti-American' immigrants
Sen. John Cornyn has introduced the BOOT Sharia Law Act to prevent noncitizens who support Sharia law or anti-American ideologies from entering or staying in the United States.
Sen. John Cornyn has introduced the BOOT Sharia Law Act to prevent noncitizens who support Sharia law or anti-American ideologies from entering or staying in the United States.
Former beauty mogul, co-founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics left his fortune and will soon be ordained a priest
He was once a beauty industry mogul behind a globally popular Bay Area-based cosmetic company, but after walking away from his fortune, Scott-Vincent Borba, is now on the brink of being ordained a priest in the Catholic Church.
He was once a beauty industry mogul behind a globally popular Bay Area-based cosmetic company, but after walking away from his fortune, Scott-Vincent Borba, is now on the brink of being ordained a priest in the Catholic Church.
Muslim water park event in NTX cancelled after Abbott backlash
The City of Grand Prairie cancelled a Muslim holiday celebration event at a local water park after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott threatened to pull funding from the city over religious discrimination. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
The City of Grand Prairie cancelled a Muslim holiday celebration event at a local water park after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott threatened to pull funding from the city over religious discrimination. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
Paxton investigating school districts for Ten Commandments posting compliance
In a statement Thursday, Paxton said he was requiring more than two dozen schools to “produce documents regarding the display or lack thereof of the Ten Commandments and their policies regarding SB 10."
In a statement Thursday, Paxton said he was requiring more than two dozen schools to “produce documents regarding the display or lack thereof of the Ten Commandments and their policies regarding SB 10."
Muslim celebration at Grand Prairie water park canceled after Gov. Abbott threatens to pull city funding
A planned celebration of an important Muslim holiday at a Grand Prairie water park has been canceled after backlash from Texas Governor Greg Abbott over religious discrimination.
A planned celebration of an important Muslim holiday at a Grand Prairie water park has been canceled after backlash from Texas Governor Greg Abbott over religious discrimination.