Heather Sells
Heather Sells enjoys reporting on a wide variety of issues for CBN News. Some of her recent stories have focused on religious liberties, technology, AIDS, overseas missions, domestic trafficking, and politics. She also helps anchors the CBN News Channel and Newswatch program.
Heather joined CBN News in August 2005. She has worked in TV news markets across the country as a reporter, producer, and assignment editor. She graduated from Wheaton College in 1987 with a B.A. in Political Science and from the University of Illinois-Springfield in 1993 with an M.A. In Public Affairs Reporting.
Heather began her news career reporting for City News Bureau in Chicago in 1988. She started in television news as a producer at KCRG-TV in Cedar Rapids, Iowa in 1989. She then worked for KBAK-TV in Bakersfield, Ca., as an assignment editor and on the assignment desk for KTLA-TV in Los Angeles. After receiving her masters degree she began work as a reporter/anchor at KVII-TV in Amarillo, Texas.
Sells has also worked as the marketing manager for the Amarillo Globe-News in Amarillo, Texas and in public relations for Copley Chicago Newspapers.
After living in Honduras in 2001 and 2002, Heather developed a heart for social justice issues in Latin America. She has worked extensively with an AIDS clinic in Honduras and with the International Justice Mission in Peru.
Heather and her husband Jim live in Chesapeake, Va., with their three children
My Stories
Monday, February 06, 2012
This year's Ronald Reagan Symposium at Regent University examined Ronald Reagan's leadership traits, something they say can help voters at the polls.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Florida's Latino churches are pushing their members to go to the polls Tuesday to have a voice in immigration reform and the economy.
Monday, January 30, 2012
A dramatic swing in the Florida polls has shifted the momentum yet again in favor of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney.
Friday, January 27, 2012
Utah authorities say a courageous teenage student helped foil a bomb plot that could have injured hundreds at a public high school outside of Salt Lake City.
Friday, January 20, 2012
With just one day left before the primary in South Carolina, the mud-slinging among GOP presidential candidates has reached new lows.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
The Pacific Northwest is reeling Thursday from record-setting snow. But the crazy weather over yet.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
An audiotape played revealed an Italian coast guard officer yelled at Schettino, ordering him to return to the crippled ship, but the captain remained hesitant.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Wikipedia, along with several other major websites, will be inaccessible for 24 hours Wednesday in protest of anti-piracy legislation being considered in Congress.
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Costa Cruises, a Carnival company, said the tragic crash was the result of an 'unapproved, unauthorized maneuver' by the ship's captain.
Friday, January 13, 2012
Latino church leaders in Orlando are aggressively encouraging Hispanic evangelicals to get out and vote in the state's Jan. 31 primary.
Friday, January 06, 2012
Despite the growing awareness of sex trafficking, there are just a handful of shelters for victims. Even the experts admit they're only beginning to learn how to help.
Friday, January 06, 2012
The unemployment rate fell slightly last month to its lowest level in three years.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
WORLD Magazine has named Exodus International's president as its "Daniel of the Year," a title that honors Christians who stand up to ungodly trends.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
A stalemate in Congress could mean a downright unfriendly Christmas gift for millions of Americans.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Political brinkmanship in Washington means millions of Americans may see a tax hike on New Year's day.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Young people often seek friendly churches with a casual environment. But a new Anglican denomination is drawing them in using centuries-old practices.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
America's largest food bank network says the tough economy means 37 million Americans now depend on food pantries.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Dixie County, Fla. residents are angry over a judge's decision to remove a Ten Commandments monument from in front of the local courthouse.
Friday, November 18, 2011
At only 15 minutes long, producers hope the film will become an evangelism tool -- something that Somalis could even watch on a cell phone.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
The U.S. Secret Service believes Oscar Ortega-Hernandez, 21, may have fired shots near the White House last Friday.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Former Penn State defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky denied allegations that he sexually abused eight boys, insisting he is not a pedophile.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Tensions are already rising in Oakland, Calif., as police Monday step up patrols and warn protesters to move out.
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
GOP presidential hopeful Herman Cain is taking his bid for the White House to Capitol Hill, introducing himself to congressional Republicans on Wednesday.
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Greece's call for a national referendum on a rescue deal, threatens to unravel the hard-won $177 billion eurozone plan hammered out in Brussels last week.
Friday, October 28, 2011
Christmas has come early to Regent University with a new mural on display by artist Keith Goodson depicting the birth of Christ.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Occupy Wall Street protests have been popping up in cities across the country for weeks, with several leading to violent clashes with local police.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
The film "Sex and Money," produced by a group of young Christian filmmakers, shows just how serious a problem sex trafficking is inside the U.S.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Fed up with what they view as banking institutions' attempt to gouge them, customers are taking their business elsewhere in an event called "Move Your Bank Day."
Friday, October 21, 2011
The death of Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi marks a major milestone in the country's history and the reign of terror he perpetrated around the world.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
A Central Point, Ore., family has learned the hard way just how easily Internet pictures can be stolen and posted on pedophile websites.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Several lions, tigers and bears remain loose in a small Ohio town, after escaping from a wild animal preserve Tuesday.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Critics say President Obama's bus tour this week is more about keeping his job than helping create American jobs.
Monday, October 17, 2011
The former Godfather Pizza CEO said he's not just "a flavor of the week" and that his recent climb in the polls will last because of the substance of his ideas.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
The biblical tradition of circumcision continues to be questioned even though research shows its public health benefits.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
An FBI anti-trafficking task force now operates in 39 communities across the U.S. But problems in the system abound, making justice difficult to obtain.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
A new marijuana-themed candy is drawing concern over the possibility of increased drug use among young people.
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke warned that the economic recovery "is close to faltering" and the central bank is prepared to take further steps to support it.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Iran's supreme court will hold a hearing Wednesday to give Pastor Yousef Nadarkhani one last opportunity to recant his faith in Christ before executing him.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
A growing number of small and medium-sized banks are saying they're taking the brunt of the banking reforms that are making it tougher to do business.
Friday, September 23, 2011
All eyes were on the U.S. stock market Friday after two days of steep drops this week.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
The International Monetary Fund is warning that the global economy is in worse shape than anyone expected.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Ignoring calls for peace talks, a resolute Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said Tuesday he plans to request full membership in the United Nations.
Monday, September 12, 2011
The past weekend was filled with honor for 9/11 victims across the U.S. -- and some jitters as well.
Wednesday, September 07, 2011
The issue of whether clergy should help mark the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks has pitted New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg against faith groups.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Nearly 250,000 homes were still without power Monday, thanks to Hurricane Irene's incredible wind and water.
Friday, August 26, 2011
With America's growing obesity rate, some companies are giving their workers an enticing incentive to stay fit -- cold, hard cash.
Friday, August 19, 2011
Studies show that 50 percent of people who have heart attacks have normal cholesterol levels.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Former students who attended U.S. missions schools overseas tell CBN News about the child abuse they endured at the hands of missionaries.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Police in Tampa, Fla., believe they stopped a student's plot to bomb a high school.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
The president is using his trip to the heartland to outline modest economic proposals. He's also trying to grab some of the spotlight from the GOP candidates.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Some parents in Arizona are trying out a new teaching method that allows their kids to have a summer break mentality all year round.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
With his poll numbers sinking and Americans clearly worried about the economy, Obama is promising to present a new plan to Congress next month.
Friday, August 12, 2011
The Dow's flip-floping this week may sound eerily reminiscent of 2008, but experts say there's a big difference.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Science and math educators say getting kids engaged is not just about feel-good activities -- it's about making sure that this next generation is globally competitive.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
After finding the boy under water for 20 minutes, rescuers feared the worst. But he's now alert and talking. His parents credit the power of prayer.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Global stocks dropped after opening trading Wednesday on worries about a weakening U.S. economy and the financial health of European banks
Wednesday, August 03, 2011
Imagine no monthly car payments, no car insurance, no repair bills and no need to fill up at the gas station. Those are just some of the ideas behind car sharing.
Monday, August 01, 2011
Supporters of the new guidelines say they're are a huge step towards keeping women healthy.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, is expected to call a vote Thursday on his bill to cut spending and raise the debt ceiling.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
The man behind Friday's brutal bombing and shooting rampage in Norway, says he's part of an organization with several cells in Western countries.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Hundreds of unwanted babies are abandoned on the streets of Seoul, South Korea, every year. But one pastor has come up with a temporary solution.
Friday, July 22, 2011
A brutal heat wave threatening much of the country is already being blamed for nearly two dozen deaths and emergency room visits are way up.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
A heat wave has Americans trapped in what feels like a pressure cooker, with more than 30 states under heat advisories.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
There's a glimmer of hope in Washington Wednesday morning as signs emerge that deficit talks may be progressing.
Monday, July 18, 2011
A massive heat wave is tightening its grip on the central U.S. The sweltering temperatures are not only a safety concern, they could also affect food prices.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
The debate over whether it's possible to change someone's sexual orientation is not a new one. And at least one major study shows change is possible.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Obama urged both parties to give ground, saying if an agreement isn't reached millions of hardworking Americans would be at jeopardy.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
More than a quarter of all adults in the U.S. are obese, and that number is steadily growing. A new study shows snacking is the culprit.
Friday, June 17, 2011
For New York City's 8 million residents, jockeying for space is a 24/7 exercise. Still, hundreds are seeking out nooks and crannies to raise chickens.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
New York is just one vote shy of approving legislation that would legalize gay marriage after a GOP senator announced he will support the bill.
Thursday, June 09, 2011
Lawyers for the Obama administration have been facing tough questions from an appellate court in Georgia regarding the controversial healthcare law.
Wednesday, June 08, 2011
In New York, there's a fierce campaign underway to legalize gay marriage -- and it's backed by two of the state's most powerful politicians.
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
The case is just the latest example of what appears to be a growing trend of church-state separation advocates targeting high school graduations.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Several prominent Republicans are still considering a run, but its Sarah Palin and Rep. Michelle Bachmann, who're generating the most buzz right now.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Across the country, communities are discovering that human trafficking is not just a tragedy overseas -- it's in their own backyard.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Americans are now paying more than $4 a gallon in many parts of the country, and Washington has done little to bring prices down.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Michaels customers are at a potential risk of identity theft after debit card terminals at dozens of locations were breached.
Monday, May 16, 2011
The Space Shuttle Endeavour blasted off on the next-to-last shuttle flight Monday morning under the command of Mark Kelly, the husband of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Physicians say antibiotics have helped clear his congestion and his temperature is normal.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Evangelist Billy Graham is resting comfortably at an Asheville, N.C. Thursday hospital after a bout with pneumonia.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Joel Salatin, an alternative farmer, wants Americans to think about what they eat and where it comes from. And he thinks the church should lead the way.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
The leader of al Qaeda in Yemen warned Wednesday that Americans "will pay the price" for the Osama bin Laden's demise.
Wednesday, May 04, 2011
A photo of Osama bin Laden's corpse won't be released to the public, in an effort to tame propaganda or violence that could take place in response.
Tuesday, May 03, 2011
New concerns arose in the intelligence community Tuesday of possible revenge attacks by al-Qaeda affiliated groups for the death of Osama bin Laden.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
April brought nearly 300 tornadoes, millions of dollars in damage and at least 39 deaths. Now, severe thunderstorms are hitting the South and Midwest.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
After years in storage, James Tissot's "Life of Christ" paintings are on display at the Chrysler Museum in Norfolk, Va.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
In six states, gas prices are now averaging above $4.00 a gallon. Consequently, many consumers are literally taking to the streets in search of the cheapest price.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Relief teams from CBN's Operation Blessing International are already helping with clean-up efforts after deadly tornadoes swept across the region.
Friday, April 15, 2011
The House has passed along party lines a GOP plan to cut $6 trillion from the federal budget.
Wednesday, April 06, 2011
An Illinois judge has ruled in favor of two pro-life pharmacists who don't want to dispense the so-called "morning-after pill" or Plan B on religious grounds.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
A good news - bad news pattern of confusing reports concerning Japan's Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear complex continues to come from the island nation.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
The president has reportedly authorized covert operations to help Libya's rebels. What's still unknown is just who the opposition forces really are.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Many Americans have not heard the expression "American exceptionalism," but that could soon change.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer, is set to go before the U.S. Supreme Court, Tuesday, over allegations the company discriminated against its female employees.
Monday, March 28, 2011
The president has been facing tough criticism from Washington lawmakers and the American public for not getting approval from Congress to enter the conflict.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Even though Spring has officially begun, much of the U.S. has seen the icy grip of Old Man Winter return this week.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
A U.S. Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle jet has crashed in Libya, the U.S. military said Tuesday. U.S. officials said two crew members ejected from the stricken aircraft.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Officials say it could take days and "possibly weeks" to get Japan's nuclear emergency at the Fukushima Dai-ichi plant under control.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Wisconsin lawmakers continued to advance a bill, Thursday, that will take away public workers' collective bargaining rights.
Monday, March 07, 2011
Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., has scheduled his committee to hold a controversial congressional hearing on Islamic radicalization this week.
Friday, March 04, 2011
Recent voter backlash against three Iowa Supreme Court justices for not upholding the will of the people, could spread if conservative activists have their way.
Wednesday, March 02, 2011
A California woman who escaped a fiery car crash unharmed says she's alive today because of her faith in God and a miraculous rescue.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
A new procedure, known as "telemed," allows abortion providers to connect with patients without ever seeing them in person. Just how safe is this practice?
Monday, February 21, 2011
The impasse in Wisconsin has captured national attention as it pits union rights against balancing the state budget.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
World Bank President Robert Zoellick says global food prices have hit all-time dangerous high levels.
Wednesday, February 02, 2011
Chick-fil-A, Inc. has established a media hotline to deal with the backlash after gay activists targeted the restaurant chain.
Monday, January 31, 2011
With Egypt embroiled in massive protests, tens of thousands of people have been trying to escape the unstable region - a task they have found to be difficult.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
U.S. and Mexican authorities are investigating the killing of a U.S. missionary in Mexico even as mission groups in Texas are re-evaluating the risks of working in the country.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
This year is already one of the most violent ever for police across the U.S, in what appears to be a three-year trend of deadly violence directed at law enforcement.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Some American churches have taken a controversial step to reach out to their Muslim neighbors.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Walmart is teaming up with first lady Michelle Obama to launch a new healthy food campaign.
Monday, January 10, 2011
Snow crews are working to keep up with the rare southern weather. Most major cities in the region only have a handful of snow plows, if any at all.
Friday, January 07, 2011
Egypt's Christians are crying out for justice after continued attacks on their community this year.
Saturday, January 01, 2011
Grief and anger have gripped Egypt's Coptic Christian community after a deadly New Year's Eve suicide bombing attack on a church.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Leaving for college can be a scary time for young students, especially for Christians attending a secular school. But the InterVarsity Christian Fellowship seeks to make a difference.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
U.S. government officials believe children are bearing the brunt of the global economic crisis.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
The U.S. Senate could vote and pass the Bush-era tax cut deal worked out between the White House and congressional Republicans as early as Tuesday.
Monday, December 13, 2010
State and local governments are beginning to resort to the so-called "crash tax" for additionl revenue.
Wednesday, December 08, 2010
A 21-year-old Baltimore man was arrested Wednesday for attempting to blow up a military recruiting station.
Tuesday, December 07, 2010
News that one of the remaining late-term abortionists in the U.S. had relocated his practice to Maryland was met with anger by some of the state's pro-life residents.
Monday, December 06, 2010
A deep freeze has taken hold from Iowa to Florida, with 17 states currently under a cold snap.
Monday, December 06, 2010
California's Prop 8 case heads to the federal appeals court in San Francisco Monday. No matter the outcome, it's expected to end up before Supreme Court.
Thursday, December 02, 2010
With the Christmas season in America now in full-swing, there are also the annual Christmas battles over acknowledging the holiday in public.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Christian colleges say they need to do a better job recruiting Hispanic students who are falling behind their peers when it comes to higher education.
Monday, November 29, 2010
It's Cyber Monday - the busiest online shopping day of the year, as online stores are offering discounts and free shipping to capitalize on this season's momentum.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Rev. Franklin Graham has asked the U.S. government to airlift rehydration fluids to combat the epidemic.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
With the number of hungry at the highest level in years, various faith-based groups are keeping stomachs full -- and no doubt nourishing hearts and minds as well.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Thousands of kids graduate from high school each year only to face an empty future. Their fate could change when the Senate votes on the DREAM Act.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., prevailed over her critics to remain the leader of House Democrats.
Monday, November 15, 2010
John Tyner was planning to fly out of the San Diego for a fishing trip. He got in trouble, though, when he declined both a revealing body scan and full body pat down.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
In a tough economy, Americans have increased their use of public libraries. However, most libraries nationwide are facing big cutbacks and for some, even closure.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
President Obama's visit to Indonesia was more than just a homecoming -- it was an intentional outreach to Muslims in the world's most populous Muslim nation.
Monday, November 08, 2010
President Obama called for India to be given a permanent seat on the U.N. Security Council and pushed for stronger cooperation on the economy and terrorism.
Friday, November 05, 2010
Hurricane Tomas is bearing down on the devastated island nation of Haiti. But thousands of homeless earthquake victims are remaining in their tent camps.
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
Voters in several states will have the chance Tuesday to reign in their state courts and could provide a check to the judicial system in the process.
Monday, November 01, 2010
A team of U.S. investigators is on its way to Yemen to search for suspects in last week's mail bomb plot involving explosive materials found in the U.K. and Dubai.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
The massive tsunami in Indonesia has killed at least 350 people and rescuers fear the number will rise.
Monday, October 25, 2010
A powerful tornado wreaked havoc in the Texas town of Rice late Sunday. But from the debris, emerged several stories of God's grace.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
If Hispanics do turn out for the election it will only reinforce what both parties know -- their political power is on the rise.
Thursday, October 07, 2010
Three candidates seeking the Sunshine State's U.S. Senate seat faced off Wednesday night in their first televised debate.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Remnants of Tropical Storm Nicole drenched the East Coast Thursday. Forecasters predicted some areas could see up to 14 inches of rain and flash flooding.
Friday, September 24, 2010
President Barack Obama is using his last day at the United Nations to push for peace in some of the world's most volatile regions.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
On the campaign trail Monday, President Barack Obama encountered deep frustration from voters over the economy.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Tea Party candidates have stunned the establishment, setting up a GOP realignment that Democrats hope they will be able to use to their advantage.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Pro-life advocates want criminal charges filed against an abortion doctor they say is illegally performing abortions.
Monday, September 13, 2010
One of three American hikers held in Iran could be released as early as Monday. However, Iranian internal political struggles and a $500,000 bail are threatening the effort. .
Thursday, September 09, 2010
Many standing in line at food banks aren't your typical picture of those seeking assistance. In one suburban area, megachurch Willow Creek is stepping up to help.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
By planning ahead, the stress that is associated with emergencies will be reduced, and a financial disaster could also be avoided.
Friday, August 27, 2010
The U.S. Commerce Department released a report on Friday that shows the economy grew much slower than expected in the second quarter.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
A federal judge has temporarily blocked new government rules on stem cell research, because he said it destroys human embryos.
Friday, August 20, 2010
The Congressional Budget Office predicts the deficit will exceed $1.3 trillion this year, which would be the second largest deficit ever recorded.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Andrew Marin's vision is for the evangelical church to bridge its gap with the gay community. The first step -- recognizing the pain caused by many Christians.
Monday, August 16, 2010
The Empire State is the last state in the country to adopt the controversial measure of allowing couples to divorce by mutual consent.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Foreclosures spiked 9 percent higher than in June, and marked the eighth month in a row that the rate increased over that month the year before.
Thursday, August 05, 2010
After a California judge overturned the voter-approved Propostion 8 law barring gay marriage, it is uncertain when, or if, the case will end up at the Supreme Court.
Tuesday, August 03, 2010
The possibility of two high-profile trials comes at a tough time for Democrats, who are already gearing up for difficult mid-term elections.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Washington is gearing up for another major political battle and this time it's over former President Bush's tax cuts.
Monday, July 26, 2010
The White House is struggling to stem the damage from one of the biggest leaks of military documents in U.S. history.
Friday, July 16, 2010
British Petroleum was cautiously optimistic on Friday that it had stopped the oil that was gushing into the Gulf of Mexico.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Shahram Amiri, the Iranian nuclear scientist who recently surfaced in Washington, D.C., is returning to his homeland in an apparent defection gone wrong.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Five members of an American missionary team from a Pennsylvania church were among the wounded, but all are expected to recover.
Friday, July 02, 2010
The complexity of the path to U.S. citizenship often befuddles worthy immigrants, while terrorists are able to leverage the system to their advantage.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Some critics have suggested the high court's narrow ruling poses a significant threat.
Monday, June 21, 2010
The oil industry isn't the only business that's been hit hard by the oil spill. Both the tourism and the seafood industries have been feeling the pinch as well.
Monday, June 21, 2010
Violence over the weekend puts the June death toll for coalition troops at 57, including 35 Americans.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Christian orphanage workers described before a congressional panel the brutal experience of being forced to leave behind the children they loved.
Monday, June 14, 2010
President Barack Obama is going back to the Gulf Coast for his fourth visit, hoping to convince Americans he is working hard to bring an end to the oil spill crisis.
Monday, June 07, 2010
Christians along the Mississippi Gulf Coast are turning to their faith as they see the devastating impact of the oil spill in nearby Louisiana.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
The board approved the new standards after two 9-5 votes along party lines and months of ideological debate that drew attention well beyond The Lone Star State.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
A Texas state board will cast a critical vote on history textbook standards Friday, which could impact the entire country.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Interior Secretary Ken Salazar is facing questions from two Senate committees about what the government did and did not do to prevent the Gulf Coast oil spill.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Tornadoes in Oklahoma killed at least five people and left dozens injured Monday evening.
Monday, May 10, 2010
With abortions on the decline and a difficult economy, Planned Parenthood has shifted from small neighborhood clinics to large regional facilities.
Monday, May 03, 2010
New social studies curriculum changes in Texas will impact approximately 5 million of the state's school children and maybe others nationwide.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Airspace is gradually reopening throughout northern and central Europe, but stronger eruptions from the Icelandic volcano are threatening to unravel those plans.
Monday, April 19, 2010
Many Christians fear laws protecting gays in the work place could not only endanger their freedom, but what it could also mean for businesses and public schools.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
The debate over homosexuality is heating up in America's schools as a gay activist group is sponsoring it's annual "Day of Silence" for students Friday, April 16.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
The president's nuclear summit has paid early dividends: China's agreement to work with the U.S. on Iran sanctions and Ukraine's decision to rid itself of nukes.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
A former Ohio college administrator is fighting back after she lost her job for writing an editorial in her local newspaper against homosexuality.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Many financially strapped schools across the country may have to resort to teacher layoffs next year. In California, the numbers are especially severe.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Many Americans think human trafficking thinking it couldn't happen here in the U.S. But more cases are popping up not just in the big cities - but in the heartland.
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
On the same day Toyota was trying to reassure the public of its products safety, another one of their Prius vehicles was accelerating out of control.
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrived in earthquake-damaged Chile Tuesday, delivering much-needed satellite communication equipment and a technician.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Emergency crews in Austin, Texas have found a second body in the wreckage of a building where a small plane crashed Thursday.
Friday, February 12, 2010
The countries of the former Soviet Union are wracked with social problems stemming decades of atheistic communism. Christians say their best hope is to reintroduce biblical values to society.
Friday, February 12, 2010
About 55,000 people are expected at Friday evening's opening ceremonies for the 21st Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Authorities in east Texas are on the hunt for an arsonist who is believed to be targeting churches.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Ten Americans were detained by Haitian police on Saturday as they tried to bus 33 children across the border.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
President Obama may not specifically mention them by name in his State of the Union speech, but Latinos will no doubt be listening and evaluating.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
President Barack Obama is urging the Senate to hold off on healthcare reform until Senator-elect Scott Scott Brown, R-Mass., is seated.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Thousands of pro-life demonstrators gathered on Monday to protest what they call "an abortion supercenter" in Houston, Texas.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Since Tuesday, Esther Pierre has been glued to her phone, hoping for word of her father and brother in Haiti.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Missionaries in Haiti are reporting stories of God's miracles unfolding amidst the tragedy.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
The trial to decide whether states can outlaw same-sex marriage started with testimony from two gay couples.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Youth watchers call them the justice generation -- students who are committed to faith in Christ and meeting the physical and social needs of the world.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
More than 16,000 students have descended on St. Louis from the U.S. and Canada. Their purpose: To learn more about God's calling on their lives.
Monday, December 28, 2009
The government reports 49 million Americans are struggling to put food on the table. But thousands of faith-based organizations are fighting back.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Senate Democrats won a crucial test vote on President Barack Obama's health care overhaul, putting them on track for passage before Christmas.
Friday, December 11, 2009
New Jersey lawmakers have shut down the prospect of gay marriage for the time being.
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Guidelines for hazardous substances like radon, asbestos and lead already exist, but for those with mold lurking in their home, there's little warning.
Monday, November 30, 2009
The president is expected to announce the additional deployment of 35,000 more U.S. troops to Afghanistan.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
With unemployment at 10.2 percent, the president is trying to assure Americans that he "gets it."
Friday, November 20, 2009
Hunger relief advocates testified on Capitol Hill Thursday, asking the government to expand nutrition and back-to-work programs.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
New York and New Jersey could become the sixth and seventh states to legalize same-sex marriage.
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Two books about Sarah Palin out this month will reveal behind-the-scenes information about the former vice presidential candidate and the McCain-Palin campaign.
Thursday, November 05, 2009
A local police lieutenant and crime suppression unit began to reach out to churches as a means to ensure long-term stability in the community.
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Voters in Maine have dealt a blow to the gay rights movement. They've voted to repeal a law legalizing same sex marriage in the Pine Tree State.
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Maine voters overturned a state law that would have allowed gay couples to marry, Tuesday, by at least 53 percent.
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
America's largest food bank organization says demand for emergency food is up 30 percent this year.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Health care legislation headed to the Senate floor soon will include the much-debated public option-- but with a twist.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Pivotal battles over same-sex marriage are shaping up across the U.S., with gay activists claiming the tide has turned in their favor.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Several neighbors of Christ the King Church in Phoenix, Ariz., complained about the daily bells, bringing the issue to federal court.
Friday, October 09, 2009
Many Afghans are angry at the U.S. military, which they believe needs to provide better security -- and more development.
Thursday, October 08, 2009
The report gives precise numbers on a religious population whose size has long been debated.
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tim Vilsack wants Congress to give the government more power to take action during tainted-food incidents.
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
As of Tuesday, the nasal spray vaccine for swine flu is available in 14 states. But surveys show the public is mixed about getting the vaccine.
Friday, October 02, 2009
The National Organization for Marriage is accused of not identifying donors' names in a campaign to get voters to veto The Pine Tree State's new gay marriage law.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Typhoon Ketsana has been downgraded to a tropical depression after having killed close to 300 people in the Philippines, Cambodia and Vietnam.
Friday, September 25, 2009
The current economy has shut down many a builder's dream. But imagine this -- a church construction firm that's doubling its business.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
The Associated Press has obtained a secret report by the International Atomic Energy Agency, or IAEA, that shows that Iran is now able to build a nuclear bomb.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
The House of Representatives returned to work Wednesday divided over an outburst by one of its own.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
President Barack Obama goes on the road again Tuesday with his message of the economy's recovery.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Pro-lifers want the government to give James Pouillon's murder the same rigorous investigation and treatment it gave to the murder of abortion doctor George Tiller.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Costa Rican President Oscar Arias is trying to broker peace in Honduras, but he says it is a difficult task.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
President Barack Obama called lawmakers to take action on health care reform Wednesday evening during his prime-time speech.
Friday, September 04, 2009
The Southern Baptist Missionary Board has decided to suspend 69 missionaries who are ready to hit the mission field.
Thursday, September 03, 2009
President Barack Obama has scheduled a high-stakes speech before Congress next week.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
New research shows it's possible for an individual to change sexual orientation, but the APA isn't buying it.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
The White House says 20 to 40 percent of Americans will come down with the swine flu this fall.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Gardasil has been controversial since it was introduced three years ago and now parents are concerned about the safety of vaccinating their teenage daughters.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Economists say the mixed economic readings of the past several months are not surprising. They say not all parts of the U.S. economy will recover at the same speed.
Friday, August 07, 2009
Honduras is usually a top destination for North American missions teams, but since the ouster of President Manuel Zelaya many are canceling their trips.
Thursday, August 06, 2009
A new mental health report says it is unlikely a therapist can change someone's sexual orientation. But calls on professionals to take client's religious views seriously.
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
A large group of Americans are especially concerned about how Washington might act on healthcare reform this year.
Monday, August 03, 2009
A fresh wave of ink is hitting the U.S. right now: tattoo ink. A quarter of Americans say tattoos make them feel more rebellious, and a fifth say they feel more spiritual.
Friday, July 31, 2009
Traditional marriage supporters in Maine have gathered more than 100,000 signatures to defeat gay marriage in this Fall's state election.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
The Centers for Disease Control have identified groups who are most vulnerable to the swine flu virus and are recommending they be vaccinated first.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Police in Cambridge, Massachusetts are creating an independent panel to investigate an arrest that has drawn national attention.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Matthew Maury is the father of modern oceanography, but what many people don't know is that Maury was a committed believer.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
It now looks like the president will not seal the healthcare deal as quickly as he had hoped. It is a battle that many say is turning into a major test of leadership.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Cyrus McCormick made history in a small blacksmith shop in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley.
Monday, July 13, 2009
On a recent trip to Rhode Island for a news story, the CBN News crew also a side agenda to find the best food in the Ocean State.
Friday, July 10, 2009
But the question remains: Can the automaker survive in today's brutally competitive market?
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
President Obama joined leaders of the G8 nations today as they continue to battle the international economic crisis.
Wednesday, July 01, 2009
A judge has ruled voters will not decide if the District of Columbia will recognize same-sex marriages performed outside of the U.S. Capitol city.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Look beyond the surface of Rhode Island and you will find a major spiritual and political battle over the fate of marriage.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
On Wednesday, the communist regime vowed "one-thousand-fold retaliation with a "merciless military strike" if the U.S. infringes on its sovereignty.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Post-election protests over Iran's presidential race have turned deadly and the Iranian government says it is ready to conduct a recount.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Late Tuesday the Supreme Court rejected an appeal that tried to block the deal between Chrysler and Fiat.
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
What is being called as a political coup has essentially killed an effort to legalize same-sex marriage.
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
The international human trafficking crisis is often hidden in plain sight, but a group of Christians are bringing the issue to light, hoping to defeat it.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
One day after the California Supreme Court upheld the state's ban on same-sex marriage, gay rights groups are already planning their next strategy.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
The California Supreme Court upheld, Tuesday, the voter-passed constitutional amendment that limited marriage to a man and a woman.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Does war tend to strengthen or weaken the faith of those fighting? One author says he has the answer.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Two Illinois pharmicists say they're willing to practice in another state if courts force them to go against their beliefs and distribute Plan B.
Friday, May 22, 2009
With all the glum economic news this year, you'd think more people would stay home this weekend, but AAA says more people will travel.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Federal agents have arrested four men allegedly involved in a home-grown terror plot targeting Jewish synagogues and military aircraft.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
A new generation of missionary bush planes is now heading to Papua New Guinea and other remote parts of the world.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
On Monday, President Obama fired the top American commander in Afghanistan.
Thursday, May 07, 2009
The legalization of gay marriage in New Hampshire depends on Gov. John Lynch.
Monday, April 27, 2009
One of the priorities of the Obama administration is to advance adoption rights for gay couples.