March 2010 Headlines

Internet Safety 101: Protecting Your Kids

For many parents, the growing access to technology for kids can be a nightmare, but a new safety program designed just for mom and dad could help.

Sex Trade: Innocence Lost in America's Heartland

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.

Letters to God: Hope for Those Left Behind

'Letter's to God' is the story of how one boy’s courageous battle with brain cancer turned into an inspiration for a man searching for meaning.

'The Last Song' Covers Family, Faith, Forgiveness

The new film starring Greg Kinnear and Miley Cyrus is based on a best-selling novel by Nicholas Sparks about a strained relationship between father and daughter.

Theology, Politics & the African-American Community

Author Anthony Bradley talks about his new book that analyzes the black church, and gives insight on other issues for African Americans like health care.

U.S. Attorney Files Lawsuit Against Pope

The Vatican is putting together a legal defense to shield Pope Benedict from a sex abuse lawsuit in the U.S.

States Forced to Drop Health Care Suit

Arizona and Nevada will not be joining a multi-state lawsuit against the health care reform law.

Michigan Militia Suspects Plead Not Guilty

Several members of a Michigan militia have pled not guilty to charges surrounding their alleged plot to kill police officers and make other attacks.

Texas Sen. Hutchison to Serve Out Third Term

Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison has decided to stay in Congress.

 

Barbara Bush Released from Texas Hospital

Former first lady Barbara Bush was released from the hospital Wednesday after suffering what doctors believe to be a mild relapse of Graves disease.

CIA Says Iran Inching Toward Nuke Capability

The possibility of the Islamic regime wielding nuclear weapons has long kept U.S. officials up at night. Now their nightmare is becoming all too real.

Small Town for Auction on eBay

A tiny town in Washington state has been put on the auction block, but not everyone is on board.

Calif. City Drops Bid to Halt Home Bible Study

City officials in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. are dropping their challenge to a home Bible study group.

Gone Fishing? More Americans Did in '09

The increase came as big-time sports from the PGA to the NFL took a hit from the economy.

Drive-by Shooter Kills Three, Wounds Six

A drive-by shooter opened fire on a crowded block in Washington early Tuesday evening, killing three people.

Heavy Flooding Drenches Rhode Island

Forecasters say the drenching rain is winding down in the Northeast, but the worst of the widespread flooding is yet to come.

Militia Arrests Show Rise in Radical Groups

A ninth militia member has been charged with conspiring to "oppose the government by force."

Group Starts Campaign Against 'Transgender' Bill

Congress may soon be considering legislation that would force schools and business to hire transgendered employees, including teachers.

Evangelist John Piper Takes Personal Leave

Well-known Pastor John Piper says he is taking a leave from his influential ministry to make personal adjustments.

Customer Donates Kidney to Cashier

A friendship that started at the check-out counter ended up in a Chicago hospital after a social worker decided to donate a kidney to his favorite cashier.

Texas Students: Remove 'Our Lord' from Diplomas

Students at a Texas university founded on Presbyterian beliefs say they want the words "in the year of our Lord" removed from their diplomas.

Iowa Town Puts 'Good Friday' Back on Calendar

Good Friday is back on the calendar in Davenport, Iowa after a city administrator had changed the 2,000-year-old Christian holiday to Spring Holiday.

Major Flooding Threatens East Coast

Flood warnings are in effect in several states as a second major storm in less than a month drenches the East Coast.

Family Says Billy Wants to Preach Again

Rev. Billy Graham apparently would like to get back in the pulpit.

Abortion Ban to be on Fall Colorado Ballot

A proposal to ban abortion will be on the Colorado ballot this fall after a state pro-life group submitted more than the required number of signatures.

Lakewood Church Land Deal Put on Hold

Each week, tens of thousands of people attend worship services at Joel Osteen's Lakewood church in Houston, Texas.

Arrests Made in Christian Militia Police-Killing Plot

Authorities say "Hutaree" members were conspiring to kill a law enforcement officer and then kill other officers at his funeral.

Fired Over 'Anti-Gay' Column, Ex-College VP Sues

A former Ohio college administrator is fighting back after she lost her job for writing an editorial in her local newspaper against homosexuality.

Christ for the Nations Founder Freda Lindsay Dies

Ministry pioneer Freda Lindsay, who founded Christ For The Nations Institute in 1970 alongside her late-husband Gordon, has died. She was 95.

 

Spokeswoman: Barbara Bush Hospitalized in Texas

Former first lady Barbara Bush was hospitalized Saturday in Houston to undergo routine tests but doctors don't suspect anything serious, a family spokeswoman said.

Pro-Lifers Move Past 'Deep Demoralization'

The consensus among pro-life leaders appears to be "down, but not out" and they're ready to fight harder than ever against the health care law.

Congress Holds First Church Service in 130 Years

About 300 members from both sides of the aisle gathered to worship just hours before the House of Representatives voted to pass health care reform.

CBN News: Covering the Times and Seasons

As CBN celebrates Pat Robertson's 80th birthday, we're also celebrating more than 30 years of coverage from the news department he founded.

Fearfully, Wonderfully Made: The One-Day Makeover

Professional image coach Mary Brown says any woman can look her best with a little help.

Inspirational 'Soul Surfer' Story Hits Big Screen

Bethany Hamilton was only 13 years old when she fell victim to a vicious shark attack, but she's now a champion surfer and has an inspirational story of triumph.

Episcopal Diocese Sells Church Building to Muslims

The Episcopal Diocese of Central New York recently sold the former home of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Binghamton, N.Y. to a Muslim group.

Winter Jam 2010 Draws Thousands to Christ

Fifteen years after the Winter Jam tour began, it's become one of the top grossing tours in the nation.

Theatres Hike Prices on 3-D, IMAX Films

Prices are jumping up by an average of a $1.50 per ticket. The hikes started Friday at Regal, AMC and Cinemark theaters nationwide.

Employee Porn Problem Raises Eyes at SEC

New government reports have indicated that some Securities and Exchange Commission employees viewed pornography while at work.

How Should Christians Respond to New Health Law?

CBN News spoke with Rev. Scotty Smith of Christ Community Church in Franklin, Tenn. to see how Christians should respond to the healthcare law.

Computer Hacker Sentenced to 20 Years

Albert Gonzalez, 28, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for organizing massive credit card theft from national retailers.

Pentagon Eases 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Policy

The Pentagon eased parts of the military's "Don't ask, don't tell" policy, Thursday, making it more difficult to kick homosexuals out of the armed forces.

March Madness: Autistic Teen has Perfect Bracket

Round three of March Madness kicked off Thursday with a number of big upsets in the first two rounds.

More Than 1 Million Baby Slings Recalled

The slings, made by Infantino, have been linked to three infant deaths.

Wash. High School Clinic Arranges Student's Abortion

A mother in Washington state is furious after a health care center at a public high school helped her daughter have an abortion without her consent or knowledge.

Ala. Students Fight to Resume Prayer in School

A group of Alabama students is fighting to have their school resume prayer and Bible reading over its public address system.

Robert Culp, Who Starred in `I Spy,' Dead at 79

Robert Culp, the actor who teamed with Bill Cosby in the racially groundbreaking TV series "I Spy" died Wednesday after collapsing outside his Hollywood home, his manager said.

California to Vote on Legalizing 'Pot'

California voters will decide whether to legalize marijuana for recreational use.

Foster Mom Makes Prom Dreams a Reality

For most teenage girls, the prom is a right of passage, but can be more than some families can afford -- especially for foster care families.

Judge Rules in Lesbian Teen Prom Case

A federal judge has ruled that a Fulton, Miss. high school won't be forced to hold its prom after all.

'Cookie Monster' Steals Girl Scout Money

A cookie thief is on the run after stealing hundreds of dollars from a Girl Scout in Tacoma, Wash.

Judge: Opponents of Prop 8 Must Release Memos

A California judge has ordered opponents of Proposition 8 to surrender their internal campaign emails and memos.

Okla. Appeals Court Upholds Gay Divorce Ruling

The Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals recently upheld the decision of a Tulsa County judge to dismiss a lawsuit seeking a divorce between two women.

Report: Combined TV and Internet Use Increasing

More Americans are watching television and surfing the web at the same time, according to Nielsen, a media ratings company.

AP: Charges Eyed for Ex-Blackwater Chief

Federal prosecutors are considering filing weapons charges against former top officials of the Blackwater Worldwide private security company.

At 80, CBN Founder Pat Robertson 'Warming Up'

Christian Broadcasting Network founder Pat Robertson rang in his eightieth birthday Monday, showing no signs of slowing down.

Sikh Graduates Army Officer School

Capt. Tajdeep Singh Rattan, a Sikh, just completed U.S. Army basic officer training.

States Threaten Lawsuit over Health Care Overhaul

Many states are already putting together lawsuits challenging the health care overhaul.

Health Care Passes, Abortion Debate Continues

The health care bill may be headed for President Obama's desk, but the fight over abortion funding is far from over.

Fargo's Fight Against Flooding Nears Peak

A weeklong fight against flooding neared its climax in Fargo on Sunday, with miles of sandbags and clay dikes expected to hold back the bloated Red River.

Fess Parker, TV's `Davy Crockett,' Dies at 85

Fess Parker, a baby-boomer idol in the 1950s who launched a craze for coonskin caps as television's Davy Crockett, died Thursday of natural causes.

USNS Comfort Returns from Haiti

The crew of the USNS Comfort returned home, Friday, after serving nearly two months in Haiti.

North Dakota Residents Brace for Flooding

Residents in Fargo, N.D., are preparing for major flooding this weekend. The Red River is expected to crest sometime Sunday.

Sanctus Real's Hammitt Gets Real in New CD

The Christian band, Sanctus Real, recently released their fifth album entitled "Pieces of a Real Heart."

Aid Group Distributes Relief Supplies Worldwide

Operation Blessing International is helping to keep people off the streets by providing food and relief supplies to local ministries in cities around the world.

American Admits Role in Mumbai Terror Attacks

David Coleman Headley pleased guilty his role in the November 2008 terror attacks in Mumbai, India.

Siblings Deliver Baby Brother

A 9-year-old California boy and his 11-year-old sister delivered their new baby brother like pros.

Ariz. Town Bans Church from In-Home Meetings

The city of Gilbert, Ariz., shut down a home church after a city employee spotted signs for it in the neighborhood.

AP Corrects Caption to Reflect Soldiers' Memory

The Associated Press is correcting the caption on one of the most famous photos in its library, 65 years after the image first moved on the newswire.

Kraft to Curb Sodium in its Food Products

Kraft Foods, Inc. is reducing the amount of salt they put in their North American food products by 10 percent over the next two years.

Episcopalians Approve Second Gay Bishop

The Episcopal Church has approved the election of its second openly gay bishop in the Diocese of Los Angeles.

'Jihad Jane' Pleads Not Guilty to Terrorism Charges

Charges against Colleen LaRose include conspiring with jihadists and pledging to murder in the name of a Muslim holy war.

American-born Imam Calls U.S. Muslims to 'Jihad'

American-Yemini Islamic cleric Anwar al-Awlaki called U.S. Muslims to jihad ('holy' war).

Flooding Problems Linger Throughout Northeast

Flooding continues to plague parts of the country Wednesday night, several days after a powerful nor'easter moved out to sea.

White House Goes Green for Saint Patty's

For the second year in a row, the White House temporarily dyed water in the South and North Lawn fountains in celebration of St. Patrick's Day.

Irish Hymnists Offer Fresh Take on St. Patrick's

Both the Irish and the "Irish at heart" are celebrating Saint Patrick's Day. Wednesday. And Celtic music is a big part of those celebrations.

Pepsi Drops Sugary Drinks from Schools

PepsiCo is planning to remove sugary drinks from schools around the world by 2012 to help fight child obesity.

Arrest Made in Murder of Salvation Army Major

Authorities in Arkansas have arrested a teenager for the death of a Salvation Army major.

Health Care Protestors Refuse to Give Up

Hundreds of citizen-opponents of the health care bill gathered on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, as the legislation faces a make or break vote in the House.

New FCC Broadband Plan: Fast Internet for All?

A new proposal to overhaul the nation's broadband policy could bring high-speed Internet access to nearly every American -- but is it necessary?

Army Revamps Basic Training Exercises

The changes are the first in 30 years and include cutting five mile runs and bayonet drills from routines.

Calif. Schools Face Massive Faculty Layoffs

Many financially strapped schools across the country may have to resort to teacher layoffs next year. In California, the numbers are especially severe.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Southern Calif.

A minor earthquake shook Southern California just before dawn Tuesday morning.

Supreme Court Justice Retiring?

U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens, 89, may soon be retiring.

Churches on LA Marathon Route Cancel Services

More than 100 churches located near or on the 26-mile route of the Los Angeles Marathon are canceling morning services on Sunday.

LA Gang Tours: Education or 'Ghettotainment'?

There's a tour that takes people into Los Angeles' rougher neighborhoods where gang members live, but not everyone who lives there is up for the idea.

North Dakota, Minnesota Brace for Floods

It's a race against time for residents in North Dakota and parts of Minnesota as they prepare for weekend floods.

Emergency Declared in Three Northeast States

The Northeast could see some sunshine Tuesday. But residents are still feeling the effects of three days of torrential rains and high winds.

Doubts Grow over Reported Prius Accident

More questions are being raised surrounding the story of a California man who claims his Toyota Prius accelerated out of control last week.

Disabled Baseball Fan Gets Rare Opportunity

Baseball fanatic Hans Smith loves the game, but has never played outside of the virtual world.

Minn. Church Receives $150K Rebate

A Moorhead, Minn. church received a $150,000 rebate after it was discovered that the local utility company had been over-billing them for more than a decade.

IRS: CA Car Wash Owes Four Cents in Back Taxes

A San Diego, California car wash owner got what most people dread last week -- a visit from the Internal Revenue Service.

Massive Nor'easter Rips Through Northeast

Heavy rain and severe flooding is causing a big mess in the Northeast.

'Mission Impossible' Star Peter Graves Dead at 83

Peter Graves, 83, star of the hit television series "Mission Impossible," died of a heart attack on Sunday.

Survey: Most Won't Pay for News Online

Getting people to pay for news online would be 'like trying to force butterflies back into their cocoons,' a new consumer survey suggests.

Probe Questions Runaway Prius Story

 A memo drafted for a congressional panel says investigators were unable to make a Prius speed out of control as its owner said it did on a California freeway, casting doubt on the driver's story.

AP Exclusive: Pentagon Gun was from Tenn. Police

Two guns used in high-profile shootings this year at the Pentagon and a Las Vegas courthouse both came from the same unlikely place: the police and court system of Memphis, Tenn.

Rewriting History: The Texas Curriculum Debate

Textbooks in public schools could get some additions soon, including references to God. But is the curriculum debate in Texas going too far?

Court Upholds 'Under God' in Pledge

A federal appeals court ruled Thursday that it's not unconstitutional to have the phrase "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Pastor Sending Scripture to Obama's Blackberry

A pastor on the White House Faith Council told CBN News he is sharing Scripture with President Obama.

Daylight-Saving Time: It's Back

Spring forward. Most Americans trade an hour's sleep this weekend for more evening sunshine to enjoy after work.

Modern-Day Milk Men Deliver in Manhattan

Two New York City men are bringing back an old American custom -- fresh, cold milk delivered straight from the farm to the doorstep.

States May Withhold Tax Refunds for Months

Officials in several states say they might withhold tax refunds for several months because of budget shortfalls.

Settlement Reached for Ground Zero Workers

New York City has reached a settlement in the health care claims of more than 10,000 ground zero rescue and recovery workers.

Cities Adopting 'Headcams' for Cops

Drivers in some cities will have more than traffic and dashboard cameras watching their every move.

Call to Arms: Three Denominations Gather Together

A crisis is knocking down the walls that have divided three Christian denominations for decades. Young black men have been disappearing from the church pews.

Thousands Without Power After Ark. Tornados

A series of tornados hit Arkansas Wednesday night, killing one person and injuring four others.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen Dead at 69

Olsen died outside of Los Angeles early Thursday after battling cancer. He was diagnosed with mesothelioma, a cancer of the lung lining, last year.

Muslim Group: Airport Scanners Violate Faith

A group of American Islamic scholars recently ruled that Muslims should not pass through full-body scanners being used to detect weapons in airports.

Highway Deaths at Lowest Levels Since 1950s

The Transportation Department said Thursday that traffic fatalities have dropped to their lowest levels since the group started keeping records in 1954.

Female WWII Pilots Honored with Gold Medals

Congress offered a long-deserved thanks to the Women Air Force Service Pilots of World War II, otherwise known as the WASPs

Judge Orders ACORN Gov't Funding Resumed

A federal judge is once again telling Congress they must fund the controversial community organizing group ACORN, or Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now.

Kansas City Board to Close Nearly Half of Schools

Kansas City, Mo. is tightening its budget belt and shutting down nearly half of its public school system.

Nat'l Panel Releases Education Standards for K-12

America is one step closer to adopting a standard lesson-plan for students across the country.

Texas Ed Board Urged to Respect Faith Heritage

Texas legislators urged the state's board of education not to remove America's Christian heritage from the state's social studies curriculum.

Roberts: Scene at State of Union 'Very Troubling

Chief Justice John Roberts recently weighed in on controversial comments the president made during his first the State of The Union Address.

Boy Who Called 911 Thanks Dispatcher

Seven-year-old boy calls 911 from a locked bathroom as armed robbers threatened his parents.

Same-Sex Couples Rush to Marry in D.C.

More than a dozen same-sex couples have already been married in the nation's capital and at least 100 others have received marriage licenses.

Jihad Jane: U.S. Housewife Indicted for Terrorism

Federal agents say an American middle-aged white woman from Pennsylvania is the new face of terror.

Assisted Suicide Group Indicted in Georgia

Four members of an assisted suicide group in Georgia are charged with helping a 58-year-old with cancer kill himself.

Minority Births Set to Outnumber White Births

Demographers say births to minorities could surpass the number of births to whites this year.

Utah Governor Signs Abortion Bill into Law

Utah Gov. Gary Herbert sign into law Monday a bill allowing prosecutors to file homicide charges against women who have an illegal abortion.

No-Fly List Doubled Since NW Plot

Since last year's failed attempt to blow up a Detroit-bound plane, the government's list of suspected terrorists has grown from 3,400 to 6,000.

Penna. Resident Indicted for Terrorism

A Pennsylvania resident was indicted for recruiting jihadists online and attempting to murder a Swedish artist.

Oldest American Dies at 114

Mary Josephine Ray was 114 years and 294 days old hen she passed away March 7. She remained active until the end.

Are Toyota's Safety Problems Accelerating?

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.

Military Funeral Protest Case Headed to SCOTUS

A case against a controversial church group known for protesting with provocative signs at military funerals will head to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Boy Plans Shoe Drive for Haiti Quake Victims

A North Carolina third grader has single-handedly started a shoe drive at his school to collect shoes for earthquake victims in Haiti.

Oscars: 'Hurt Locker' Wins Big, Bullock Best Actress

The film Hurt Locker took home six of the nine Academy Awards for which it was nominated Sunday night, including best picture.

Neb. Inmates Donate Est. $2,000 to Haiti Relief

People all over the world are donating money to help earthquake victims in Chile and Haiti. Even those behind bars are digging deep into their pockets.

Remains of Missing Teen Discovered

Escondido police said the remains of Amber Dubois, the 14-year-old who disappeared last year on her way to school, have been found.

How Wonderful is New 'Alice in Wonderland' Film?

Walt Disney puts a new twist on the classic movie, which originally was released in 1951.

Worship Leader Kelly Minter Unveils New Album

Christian singer and songwriter Kelly Minter recently spoke with CBN News about the release of her new album entitled "Introducing Kelly Minter."

College Seeks to Maintain Unlawful Speech Code

A California college student is getting his day in court after his professor ridiculed him for speaking about Christianity in a classroom speech.

Paramedics Praise Boy from Arizona Bus Crash

Firefighters and paramedics called Oscar Rodriguez of Las Vegas, Nev., a hero for his help at the scene of a bus crash.

Romney Goes on Tour to Promote New Book

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is on a whirlwind tour across the U.S. to promote his new book, No Apology.

Six Dead in Arizona Bus Crash

A major wreck shut down a busy highway near Phoenix, Ariz., Friday.

Rev. Billy Graham's Advice: Don't Get Old

The Rev. Billy Graham may have retired from preaching, but he's still living a very productive life.

Gunman Dies After Shooting 2 Pentagon Police

Authorities are investigating what may have triggered Thursday night's deadly shooting incident at the Pentagon, including the gunman's past ties.

Texas Church to Remain at Public Housing Unit

Residents at a public housing complex in Dallas are headed back to church after almost losing the right to worship in their facility.

Two Officers Wounded in Pentagon Shooting

A gunman coolly drew a weapon from his pocket and opened fire at the teeming subway entrance to the Pentagon complex Thursday evening, wounding two police officers before being shot and critically wounde

Toyota Complaints Continue Despite Recall

New complaints are being voiced from Toyota owners who say their cars are still accelerating out of control even after being recalled and repaired.

Wash. State Teen Runs for 18th District Seat

Washington may have a new candidate running for state office. But it's not who most people would expect.

Mixed Reactions on Kid Air Controllers

New details have emerged on the air traffic controller who was suspended for allowing his son take the radio at one of the nation's busiest airports.

Philadelphia Mayor Proposes Sweet Drink Tax

The mayor is using the extra revenue to help fill the city's budget gaps.

Gay Couples Rush to Get D.C. Marriage Licenses

Dozens of homosexual couples showed up at the D.C. Superior Court for the first day they could legally fill out marriage applications to wed each other.

Hero Pilot Sully Sullenberger Retires

Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the pilot who became nationally known after his amazing splash landing on the Hudson River, has called it quits.

Fed Up Citizens 'GOOOH' for Capitol Hill

What if Americans stood together to replace all 435 members of the House with everyday citizens?

Child Directs Pilots at JFK, Dad Reprimanded

Federal Aviation Administration officials aren't laughing after an air traffic controller jokingly allowed his young son to radio directions to pilots at New York's Kennedy Airport.

Dobson Dismissed from Day of Prayer Lawsuit

A federal judge dismissed Shirley Dobson from a lawsuit challenging the National Day of Prayer on Tuesday.

Shooter of Well-Known Coach Found Guilty

A guilty verdict has been reached in the death of a nationally celebrated high school football coach who was shot and killed by a former player.

TN School Board Ends 'Promotion of Religion'

A Tennessee school board has agreed to the American Civil Liberties Union's demands to end the promotion of religion by teachers and officials during school hours.

Racism Spreads at Univ. of Calif. Campuses

A firestorm over racially and ethnically charged incidents at several University of California campuses spread on Tuesday.

Missing Calif. Teen's Body Believed Found

A body found in a shallow grave Tuesday is believed to be that of 17-year-old Chelsea King.

Rifqa Bary, Parents to Continue Counseling

The parents of Christian convert Rifqa Bary say they want to reconcile with their daughter, despite claims that they threatened to kill her over their religious beliefs.

Supreme Court Mulls Chicago Handgun Ban

The case could decide whether cities and states have the right to tell private citizens whether or not they can own a gun.

Muslim Soldiers Disciplined Amid Ft. Jackson Probe

Five Muslim soldiers at the center of an investigation at Fort Jackson are now facing penalties.

High Court Refuses to Stop D.C. Gay Marriages

The Supreme Court refused to block a gay marriage law from taking effect in Washington, D.C., clearing the way for gays to marry freely within the nation's capital.

Budget Deficit Delays Calif. No-Swearing Proposal

The state Senate has indefinitely postponed action on a do-gooder resolution that would encourage Californians to give up swearing temporarily.

Toyota Offers Perks as Questions Continue

As Toyota faced a third congressional hearing on its massive safety recall Tuesday, the Japanese automaker promised free maintenance to owners in an effort to win back consumer confidence.

Post Office Cuts Could Nix Saturday Mail

The U.S. Postal Service is increasing the pressure for dropping Saturday home delivery as it seeks to fend off massive financial losses.

High Court Passes on OK Ten Commandments

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided not to get involved in a Ten Commandments battle in Oklahoma.

D.C. Archdiocese to Cut Spousal Health Care

The gay marriage law that is expected to take effect this week is forcing the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington, D.C. to change its health care policy.

Facebook, Twitter Posts Scream 'Please Rob Me'

How much is too much to disclose on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter?

D.C. Could See Same-Sex Marriages This Week

A District of Columbia appeals court has unanimously rejected an attempt to stop same-sex marriages in Washington, D.C.

Dissident Lutherans Forming New Denomination

A new Lutheran denomination is being formed for congregations who are opposed to the gay-friendly policy of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Companies Work to Make Smoke-Free Environment

A growing number of employers in the U.S. are refusing to hire people who smoke.

Calif. Lawmakers: Cut the Foul Language, Please

California lawmakers are trying to "clear the air" of cursing.

Est. 200,000 Without Power After Northeast Storm

Utility crews are working to restore power to about 200,000 homes and businesses in the Northeast on Monday after last week's brutal snowstorm.

Plastic Bags in U.S. - To Pay or Not to Pay?

Washington, D.C. has the first law in the nation forcing customers to pay if they want plastic bags.