May 2013 Headlines

Oklahoma City Tornado Kills Dozens

The two-mile-wide tornado that destroyed the Oklahoma suburb of Moore on Monday, killed at least 51 people, including 20 children, and injured an estimated 230 others.

Texas Abortionist Accused of Killing Live Fetuses

Houston abortionist Douglas Karpen is being accused of performing illegal late-term abortions similar to the ones that Dr. Kermit Gosnell was convicted of last week.

Thousands of Vets Seek Sex Abuse Treatment

More than 85,000 veterans sought treatment for injuries or illness linked to sexual abuse in 2012, according to a new Associated Press study.

Pa. Mother Rescues Toddler from Train Tracks

A mother in a Philadelphia train station jumped onto the tracks to save her 14-month-old daughter.

Operation Blessing Helps Tornado Survivors Rebuild

CBN's Operation Blessing International is coordinating relief efforts for tornado victims in Granbury, Texas.

Gallup Poll: Scandals Need More Investigation

A new Gallup Poll shows large majorities believe Benghazi and IRS targeting incidents warrant more investigation, but many are paying little attention.

Scouts, Parents Protest Lifting of Gay Ban

Backers of the Boy Scout's current ban on gay scouts held more than 40 rallies across the country to show their support.

Search Underway after Deadly Texas Twisters

Entire neighborhoods are still cordoned off in North Texas Friday as rescue teams search for survivors in wake of 16 deadly tornadoes.

James Dobson Ministry Accuses IRS of Discrimination

A Colorado-based Christian ministry says it has been the subject of biased treatment from the Internal Revenue Service.

Tsarnaev: Bombings Retaliation for Muslim Deaths

The younger Boston bombing suspect left behind a note, saying the attack was in retaliation for Muslims killed by U.S. forces in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Film Review: Enterprise 'Treks into Darkness'

Die-hard Trekkies are anticipating the latest installment of the Stark Trek movie series, "Star Trek Into Darkness."

US Court Denies German Home-Schoolers Asylum

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the Obama administration's refusal to grant asylum to the Romeike family.

Idaho Man Arrested on Charges of Terrorism

An Uzbekistan national, Fazliddin Kurbanov, is facing terrorism charges Friday in Idaho. Federal agents arrested Kurbanov Thursday in Boise.

Jolie to Have Ovaries Removed after Mastectomy

Earlier this week, actress Angelina Jolie announced she underwent a double mastectomy.

Ga. Gov. Orders Bibles Returned to State Lodges, Cabins

Bibles are being reinstated in Georgia state park lodges and cabins after being removed in response to an atheist guest's complaint.

Officials Fear Texas Tornado Death Toll May Rise

Multiple tornadoes, flash floods and huge hail hit North Texas hard on Wednesday. At least six people dead and more are missing. 

Kermit Gosnell Gets Three Life Sentences

A judge sentenced abortion doctor  Kermit Gosnell to a third life sentence Wednesday.

Eyes in the Sky: Drones Coming to a City Near You

Drones may soon become common sights in the sky. They have the ability to open doors for new ways of doing business. But they also raise privacy concerns.

Black Pro-Lifers: Gosnell Worst Kind of Racist

Black pro-life leaders are calling for investigations of other abortion clinics like the one run by Philadelphia abortionist Kermit Gosnell.

Late-Term Abortionist Gosnell Dodges Death Penalty

Kermit Gosnell, the late-term abortionist found guilty of first-degree murder in the deaths of three infants born alive, has been spared the death penalty.

Vermont Decriminalizes Pot Possession

Vermont lawmakers passed a bill Monday decriminalizing possession of up to an ounce of pot.

Students Speak Out Against the 'Hookup Culture'

Activities like Yale's "Sex Week" have become the norm on college campuses. But students are growing tired of the "hookup culture" and taking a stand for sexual purity.

Abortionist Kermit Gosnell Spared Death Penalty

Late-term abortionist Kermit Gosnell has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the deaths of three infants born alive, but he was spared the death penalty.

Hospitals Face Extensive Losses with Obamacare

Obamacare could cost hospitals billions of dollars nationwide over the coming years, according to a rough estimate released by federal health officials.

New Orleans Police ID Parade Shooting Suspect

New Orleans police have identified Akein Scott as the alleged gunman in Sunday's Mother's Day parade shooting in the Big Easy. 

Minn. Governor to Sign Gay Marriage Bill Tuesday

Minnesota is set to become the 12th state to legalize gay marriage. The state Senate approved the legislation 37-30 after four hours of debate.

Abortionist Gosnell 'Guilty' in Deaths of Three Babies

A Philadelphia jury found Pennsylvania late-term abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell guilty of first-degree murder in the deaths three infants born alive.

Bill Would Let Immigrants to Vote in NYC Elections

New York City lawmakers are considering allowing non-citizens to vote in local elections.

Police Search for Suspects in New Orleans Shooting

Two children are among 19 people wounded after gunmen opened fire at a Mother's Day parade in New Orleans.

Minn. 'Ice Wave' Plows into Lakeside Homes

Lakeside homes in northern Minnesota were damaged over the weekend by what's being called an "ice wave."

3D Printing Becomes Potentially Lethal

Texas law student Cody Wilson, 25, has been working on the prototype for over a year. Now his group, Defense Distributed, claims they've succeeded.

Ohio Prosecutors: Castro Could Face Death Penalty

The man who kidnapped three Ohio women could face hundreds of charges, including murder for the pregnancies he allegedly terminated with his own hands.

Colorado Christians Answering the Prayers of Orphans

Each year thousands of children enter America's foster care system and state workers are often overwhelmed, but a growing number of Christians are getting involved.

Minn. Set to Be 12th State to OK Gay Marriage

Minnesota is positioned to become the 12th state to legalize same-sex marriage.

Crooks Make Off With $45M in Global Cyber Heist

A gang of criminals made off with $45 million by hacking ATM machines around the globe in what authorities are calling one of the biggest cyber heists in history.

Has the Western World Lost God?

Has the Western world lost God? Author Mary Eberstadt thinks so and she takes a fresh approach to the question in her book, How the West Really Lost God.

Denver Lawmakers Pass Bill to Regulate Marijuana

Denver lawmakers passed legislation Wednesday to regulate the marijuana market after voters approved its legalization last year.

Boston's Top Cop Kept in Dark on FBI Bomber Probe

A House hearing Thursday on the Boston Marathon bombings revealed a breakdown in intelligence sharing between city and federal authorities.

Texas Cheerleaders Score Win for Religious Freedom

Cheerleaders from a southeast Texas high school can continue to display Bible verses on their banners at football games, a judge ruled.

ACLJ: 'Extremist' Worst Candidate to Advise Pentagon

The ACLJ says it just doesn't make sense for the Pentagon to look to an anti-Christian extremist to guide its policy on religious freedom.

Studies Show Significant Drop in Gun Violence

As gun control advocates continue to push for tougher restrictions, two new studies show gun violence is actually decreasing in the United States.

Boston Bomber Buried Outside of Massachusetts

The body of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev has been buried in an undisclosed location outside Massachusetts. 

Ariel Castro Charged in Ohio Women's Kidnapping

Ariel Castro, a former school bus driver, has been charged in kidnapping and rape of three Cleveland women - Michele Knight, Gina DeJesus, and Amanda Berry.

Families Celebrate Ohio Women's Homecoming

Celebrations continued in Cleveland, Ohio, Wednesday for the three women found after being missing for a decade.

NJ Gov. Christie Admits to Weight Loss Surgery

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie announced Tuesday he had gastric band surgery, but he says it was for his health and not for political reasons.

Air Force Officers Stripped of Power to Launch Nukes

A self-described 'crisis' in the ranks has hit a U.S. Air Force unit charged with the command and control of the nation's nuclear missiles.

Del. Governor Signs Gay Marriage Bill into Law

Delaware has become the 11th state to legalize gay marriage. Gov. Jack Markell signed a measure into law Tuesday shortly after the state Senate approved it Tuesday afternoon.

Dearborn Settles with Missionaries over Arrests

The cty of Dearborn, Mich., has agreed to pay a settlement to a Christian Missionary group whose members were arrested while evangelizing at an Arab Cultural Festival.

Boston Tragedy Leads to Beefed Up Race Security

The Boston Marathon bombings marks the first time in history that a U.S. marathon has been targeted directly, bringing race security into the spotlight.

Abortionists Accused of Targeting Minorities

Eleven U.S. senators are now asking the full Senate to consider national standards to regulate the abortion industry.

Tyndale Scores Win in Contraception Mandate Fight

A Bible publishing company has scored a victory in its fight against Obamacare's contraception mandate -- and it may owe the victory to the White House.

FBI Agents Disrupt Minnesota Terror Plot

Buford Rogers was arrested at his home in Minnesota after federal agents discovered pipe bombs, molotov cocktails and Romanian AKM assault rifles.

The Price of Security: Boston Renews Privacy Debate

The Boston Marathon bombings are sparking questions about privacy as America slips closer to a surveillance society.

Ohio Women Missing for Ten Years Found Alive

Three Cleveland, Ohio, women who went missing approximately 10 years ago have been found alive.

Ky. Passes Christian Health Care Ministry Law

The Kentucky General Assembly passed a law allowing a Christian-only healthcare plan to resume operations in the state.

Two People, One God and Hope for a Lost City

Statistics show that Camden, N.J., is more violent than the infamous Chicago. Still, some longtime residents say their struggling city holds wealth beyond measure.

Wife of Dead Boston Bomber Under Investigation

Investigators are taking a close look at the wife of the dead Boston Marathon bomber.

Ky. School Drops Prayer from Graduation Ceremony

A Kentucky school says prayer will not be a part of its graduation ceremony this year.

Tenn. Arena Packed for 'Mighty Men' Conference

Thousands of men packed an arena on the campus of Middle Tennessee State University Friday for an historic meeting.

Uncle Arranging Boston Bomb Suspect's Burial Rites

The uncle of a Boston Marathon bombing suspect killed in a gun battle with police arrived at a funeral home Sunday to prepare his body for burial.

Church Threatens to Defund Scouts if Gay Ban Lifted

A California church says it will no longer sponsor a Boy Scout troop in its facilities if the national organization lifts its ban on openly gay scouts.

Kentucky Derby Triggers Spike in Human Trafficking

Human trafficking is on the rise in Louisville, Ky., this week. The reason? The Kentucky Derby.

Crossroads: The Consequences of Redefining Marriage

The U.S. is at a crossroads as forces work to change the face of traditional marriage. But a new generation is emerging to defend America's families.

Fire Crews Battle Massive Southern Calif. Blaze

Fire crews in Southern California are desperately fighting to put out a massive wildfire that's out of control. Fanned by the Santa Anna winds, the blaze is less than 10 percent contained.

Death Penalty Abolished in Maryland

Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley signed a bill Thursday repealing the death penalty and replacing it with life in prison without parole.

Gay Marriage Now Legal in Rhode Island

Rhode Island is now the 10th state to legalize gay marriage. Gov. Lincoln Chafee signed the bill on the steps of the State House Thursday.

Boston Marathon not Suspects' Original Target

Authorities say the surviving Boston Marathon suspect, Dzhokhar "Johar" Tsarnaev, told investigators that the original target was a Boston Fourth of July celebration.

Nation Sets Aside Differences to 'Pray for America'

From near and far, people packed the halls of the United States Capitol to "Pray for America," the motto for this year's annual observance.

Texts Land Boston Suspect's Friends in Hot Water

Three friends of Boston Marathon suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev are being charged in last month's bombing.

Pastor Laurie Opens Nat'l. Day of Prayer at Pentagon

California Pastor Greg Laurie opened the National Day of Prayer at the Pentagon Thursday, despite opposition from gay rights groups.

Pentagon: Proselytizing Punishable by Court-Martial

The Pentagon says soldiers can be prosecuted for sharing their faith.

Illinois Health Applicants Fall Short in Illinois

President Obama's health care plan has hit yet another snag -- this time, in his home state.

Shirley Dobson: God the Answer for Nation in Chaos

National Day of Prayer Task Force chair Shirley Dobson warned that with nation sliding into "moral chaos," America needs God more than ever.

Majority Don't Know PP Provides Abortions

A new poll by the National Right to Life Committee shows that more than half of all Americans don't know that Planned Parenthood does abortions.

NYC Elementary School Goes Vegetarian

New York City, the metropolis that brought us bans on sugary drinks, is now the home of the first public elementary school with an all vegetarian cafeteria.