October 2011 Headlines

Energy Rules: Why America is Foreign Oil Dependent

The Trans-Alaska Pipeline System has the potential to supply enough oil to reduce the dependence on foreign sources.  Regulations, however, stand in the way.

Cyberbullying Pushing Kids Over the Edge

An alarming number of young people are being bullied online and such mental intimidation has pushed some of these kids to commit suicide.

Oh Happy Day! Wis. Church Gets $10K Windfall

A state treasury mix-up resulted in quite a surprise for one church in Neenah, Wis.

East Coast Storm Clean-Up Begins, Millions in Dark

Winter may still be seven weeks away, but the East Coast is already cleaning up from a deadly snow storm that left more than 3 million people without power.

US Tunnel Vision Strengthening Jihad against America

Recent successes have made the U.S. optimistic on the war on terror. Al Qaeda may be weakening, but jihad against the U.S. is strengthening - at home and abroad.

Film Reviews: 'Puss in Boots' Safe for the Family?

As a prequel to popular movie "Shrek," the film follows the adventures of the swashbuckling feline, Puss in Boots, prior to meeting the green Ogre and his friends.

'Light of the World' Mural Unveiled at Regent Univ.

Christmas has come early to Regent University with a new mural on display by artist Keith Goodson depicting the birth of Christ.

Fun or Offensive? Tebowing Goes Viral

Tebowing is defined as, 'To get down on a knee and start praying, even if everyone else around you is doing something completely different.'

Defining Manhood: Helping Today's Men Grow Up

From the feminist movement of the 1960s to current gender debates, author William Bennett says boys are left with a confusing choice of masculinity.

Pro-Life Supporters Split on 'Personhood' Bill

The amendment would change the state's constitution to say a person's life begins at conception -- making abortion and some forms of birth control murder.

Gay Service Members Sue for Marriage Benefits

Several active and retired gay military service members are suing the federal government to receive the same marriage benefits as straight couples.

NC County Wants to Overturn Ban on 'In Jesus Name'

A North Carolina county is asking the Supreme Court to overturn a ruling that bans prayer in Jesus name from its board members.

Modest Growth Eases Double-Dip Recession Fears

A new government report that the U.S. economy grew modestly over the summer sparked a rally on Wall Street and eased concerns of a double-dip recession.

Abortion Clinic Workers Plead Guilty to Murder

Two abortion clinic workers pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in deaths at a West Philadelphia clinic where babies were allegedly killed with scissors.

Film Exposes Porn's Link to Human Trafficking in US

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.

Anti-Wall Street Protests Becoming a Public Hazard

Occupy Wall Street protests have been popping up in cities across the country for weeks, with several leading to violent clashes with local police.

Private University Buys Bankrupt Crystal Cathedral

Chapman University will soon own the 40-acre Garden Grove, Calif., property belonging to Crystal Cathedral Ministries.

Joel Osteen Says Mormons Are Christian

Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen said he believes Mormon's are Christians, even though other denominations may disagree with some aspects of the faith.

New Film '58' Seeks to End World Poverty

Producers of the film '58' hope to end the world's worst poverty by the year 2035 -- with the help of the church.

Youth Bible Study Group Sues School District

The youth Bible club "Owasso Kids for Christ" has filed suit in Oklahoma, claiming a local school district violated the group's constitutional rights.

Bishop to Congress: Religious Rights Being Eroded

Bishop William Lori told lawmakers that Catholic hospitals and charities have lost government contracts for not offering abortion, contraception and gay adoption.

New York Clerk Under Fire for Gay Marriage Stance

Several months after gay marriage became legal in New York, a battle is shaping up in the tiny town of Ledyard over gay marriage and religious freedom.

Panel Recommends Ending NH Gay Marriage

New Hampshire lawmakers have voted in favor of repealing the state's gay marriage law and replacing it with civil unions.

Violent Flash Mob Epidemic a Spiritual Issue?

The flash mob craze has taken a dangerous turn, with a recent nationwide trend of violent "flash robs." Many say the issue runs deeper than just mob mentality.

Key Documents Destroyed in P. Parenthood Case

A criminal case involving a Kansas Planned Parenthood clinic has been delayed after evidence crucial to the trial was reported destroyed.

Court Temporarily Blocks NC Ultrasound Rules

The law would have required doctors to give a woman an ultrasound before performing an abortion.

Two Cities See Clashes with 'Occupy' Protesters

Police in Oakland, Calif., and Atlanta clashed with Occupy Wall Street protesters on Tuesday.

Death Highlights Women's Role in Special Ops

Army 1st Lt. Ashley White was the first casualty in what the Army says is a new and vital wartime attempt to gain the trust of Afghan women.

Movie '180' Turning Hearts against Abortion

The short pro-life documentary "180"  is gaining national attention with its message that compares abortion to Hitler and the Holocaust.

Bronze Jesus Statue Stolen from Catholic Parish

Police in Arizona are on the hunt for two men suspected of stealing a statue of Jesus from a Phoenix church.

Air Force Jumpers Risk Lives 'That Others May Live'

Each year hundreds of outdoorsmen get injured and need to be rescued.  For many, salvation comes from an elite unit of Air Force rescuers known as PJs.

US Dismantles Most Powerful Nuclear Bomb

The last of the nation's most powerful nuclear bombs is being disassembled, nearly half a century after it was put into service.

Toddler's Phone Call Saves Mom's Life

When she saw what happened to her mother, Lia picked up the cell phone and dialed her grandmother's number -- a skill she had never been taught.

Occupy Wall Street Costs Journalist Her Job

A freelance public radio host has lost her job the documentary program "Soundprint" because of her involvement with the Occupy Wall Street movement.

Unlikely Foes: Ohio Heartbeat Bill Splits Pro-Lifers

Ohio Lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban abortion once a heartbeat is detected. The bill is even creating division among pro-lifers.

Wisconsin Church Hosts Gas Giveaway

A Wisconsin church decided to give away free gasoline over the weekend in an attempt to help those struggling with the tough economy.

Civil Rights' Rev. Shuttlesworth to be Buried

Civil Rights' activist Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth was scheduled to be laid to rest Monday.

Feds Step in to Shut Down California Pot Shops

Federal authorities are cracking down on marijuana shops across California.

Doomsday Preacher Claims World Ends Friday

The California ministry infamous for its failed apocalyptic predictions says the world will end Friday. 

Teacher Suspended Over Gay Facebook Comments

A New Jersey high school teacher is under investigation for posting anti-gay comments on the social networking site Facebook.

Judge Orders VA to Lift Cemetery Prayer Ban

After months of litigation, the Department of Veterans Affairs will cease banning prayer and the mention of God and Jesus at national cemeteries.

Church Members Sue Eddie Long over 'Ponzi Scheme'

Ten members of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church say Long showed negligence and conspired to mislead them with a financial scheme.

Cops Successfully Hunt Down Escaped Animals

Police in Ohio said Thursday the 56 exotic animals released from a wild-animal preserve have now been accounted for.

Okla. Judge Blocks New Abortion Law

A judge in Oklahoma has temporarily blocked a new law aimed at reducing the number of abortions in the state.

Calif. Moves to 'Cap & Trade' Air Polluters

California is poised to fight air pollution with its controversial "cap and trade" plan designed to provide a financial incentive for polluters to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Ore. Family's Photos Posted on Pedophile Websites

A Central Point, Ore., family has learned the hard way just how easily Internet pictures can be stolen and posted on pedophile websites.

Immigration Reform Important to Evangelical Latinos

The fastest growing segment of the U.S. evangelical church is in the immigrant community. And they're closely listening to talks on immigration reform.

Coptics: US Funding Attacks on Egypt's Christians

American Coptics are demanding an investigation into violence last year that left 27 Christians in Egypt dead.

Texas Courthouse Break-In Causes Bomb Scare

The FBI is investigating whether a Texas courthouse break-in by five foreign nationals was a prank or possible act of terror.

Cowboy Church Brings 96-Year-Old to Christ

One Texas family recently learned it's never too late for God to change a heart.

Escaped Exotic Animals Threaten Eastern Ohio Town

Several lions, tigers and bears remain loose in a small Ohio town, after escaping from a wild animal preserve Tuesday.

Catholic League: Sarandon Should Apologize to Pope

The Catholic League of America says actress Susan Sarandon should apologize for calling Pope Benedict "a Nazi."

Drunk Dad Accused of Forcing Young Girl to Drive

A Detroit father is accused of forcing his nine-year-old daughter to drive his van because he was drunk.

'Courageous' Finishes 8th on Top 10 B.O. List

The Christian film "Courageous" finished in the box office top ten for the second week in row.

Calif. Appeals Court Rejects Memorial Cross Case

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has decided not re-hear the case of a memorial cross located in a public park in San Diego, Calif., that was deemed unconstitutional.

Could Occupy Wall Street Protests Turn Violent?

Concern is growing that the "Occupy Wall Street" protests spreading across the United States will soon escalate to violence.

Babysitting Service Lets Parents 'Rent A Grandma'

Would you rather hire a young teenage baby sitter or a grandma? Many parents would opt for the grandma, a choice on which Todd Pliss has sought to capitalize.

MLK Organizers 'Relied on God' for Monument

Thousands of people gathered in Washington Sunday to dedicate the new memorial to the fallen civil rights hero Martin Luther King, Jr.

Two-time Indy Winner Wheldon Killed in Crash

Race car drivers always know the worst can happen whenever they get behind the wheel.

Ultrasounds Let Unborn 'Testify' on Capitol Hill

Pro-life groups did something this week never done on Capitol Hill before: They let the unborn speak for themselves.

Gwen Wilkerson 'Leaning on the Lord' in Recovery

Gwen Wilkerson is walking on her own and recovering well at an assisted living facility, nearly six months after the crash that killed her husband David Wilkerson.

Film Reviews: 'Footloose' Remake True to Original

Thirty years after Kevin Bacon stole the hearts of movie audiences as a dancing teen rebel, actor Kenny Womald takes on the daunting task of trying to fill his shoes.

NC Jury Convicts Three Muslims in Terror Plot

The trial centered on a plot to carry out terrorist attacks on a U.S. Marine Corps base  in Quantico, Va., and overseas targets.

Couple's Property Rights Battle Headed for High Court

One Idaho couple's property rights battle with the government has reached the U.S. Supreme Court.

'Occupy Wall Street' Park Cleanup Postponed

The planned clean up of the park in lower Manhattan where Wall Street protesters have been camping for a month was postponed early Friday.

Theologian Reflects on Jobs' Death, Eternal Question

Albert Mohler, president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, says Christians can learn from the life Jobs lived when it comes to creativity and eternity.

Group Moves to Stop Planned Parenthood Probe

The pro-choice group CREDO Action is circulating a petition to stop a congressional investigation of Planned Parenthood.

LA Parent: Do Not Tell Child They 'Waste Time'

The parent of a Minden, La., fifth grader claims the elementary school her son attends went too far in its efforts to discipline him.

Paul Crouch, Jr. Resigns from Family-Founded TBN

Paul Crouch, Jr. has announced his resignation from the TBN, the well-known Christian television ministry his parents Paul and Jan Crouch founded 38 years ago.

US Losing the Battle against Sex Trafficking?

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.

Efforts to Stop Gay History Curriculum Fall Short

California voters may not get the chance to decide whether public schools should be required to teach homosexual history curriculum.

BP Begins Removal of Fla. Beach Tar Patties

A year and a half has passed since the British Petroleum oil spill devastated the U.S. Gulf Coast and BP's clean up efforts are continuing.

Christmas Day Bomber Pleads Guilty in Court

The Nigerian man known as the "underwear bomber" pleaded guilty Wednesday to trying to blow up a Detroit-bound plane in 2009.

Muslim Brotherhood Gaining Foothold in U.S. Gov't?

The Muslim Brotherhood is becoming mainstream. One terror expert told CBN News that the terror group has even infiltrated the halls of power in Washington, D.C.

Potheads Candy Causes Community Stir

A new marijuana-themed candy is drawing concern over the possibility of increased drug use among young people.

'Bella' Film Producer Seeks Movie-Going Movement

The producer of the pro-life movie "Bella" is now throwing his weight behind a movement to promote films Christians and other pro-family types can fully embrace.

Protestors Display Bizarre Side During Rallies

Anti-Wall Street protestors are digging in despite more arrests, while some politicians say they're protesting against the wrong people.

Family Sues to Keep Tims Cause of Death Private

Tims' mother Madeline sought a court order Friday to keep her son's autopsy results from the public.

White House Awards Pro-Family Groups $120M

The White House has awarded nearly $119.4 million to organizations that help promote fatherhood and marriages, Health and Human Services announced Monday.

Audiences Still Like Sherwood's 'Courageous' Movie

The Christian film titled "Courageous" is still going strong at the box office.

Sci-Fi Film 'Real Steel' Muscles Into Theaters

The year is 2020 and the world of boxing has gone high tech, shunning flesh-and-blood prize fighters for the robot variety.

Ohio Court Upholds Firing of Christian Instructor

The firing of a teacher accused of preaching his Christian beliefs in his classroom and keeping a Bible on his desk has been upheld by an Ohio court.

iSteve: The Life and Legacy of Steve Jobs

Thousands of people held vigils outside Apple stores across the globe, remembering a man whose vision and brilliance shaped technology and the world.

Pro-Life Women Take 'Babies to Congress'

Since Heartbeat International started its "Babies Go to Congress" campaign, the group of moms and pregnancy center workers have met with dozens of lawmakers.

Seattle Churches Get Ok for Homeless Tent Camps

Seattle's city council voted unanimously to allow religious organizations to host the tents without requiring a city permit.

Scalia: Judges 'Ain't What They Used to Be'

Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia says the quality of federal judges is suffering, because their are simply too many of them.

Chaplains Refuse to Perform Same-Sex Marriages

Two groups representing 2,000 Protestant and Catholic military chaplains have refused to perform homosexual marriages because they say it violates their beliefs.

Civil Rights Warrior, Rev. Shuttlesworth, Dies

The Rev. Fred L. Shuttlesworth died this week at age 89, lauded for his fearlessness in the fight for racial equality.

Justices Tackle 'Ministerial' Issue Involving Churches

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering a key religious rights case questioning whether those who work for religious organizations can sue for job discrimination.

Apple Says Co-Founder Steve Jobs Has Died

Apple Inc. said the company's co-founder Steve Jobs died Wednesday. He was 56.

TSA Tests New Airport Pre-Screening Program

The Transportation Security Agency is testing a new program it hopes will get airline passengers through security lines faster.

Poll: One-Third of U.S. Vets Think Wars a Waste

A new poll released Wednesday reveals one in three of all post 9/11 U.S. military veterans think the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan were not worth fighting.

Archdiocese: No Gay Weddings at West Point

There will be no same-sex marriages performed at West Point's Catholic chapel, according to the Catholic Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA.

House: Investigate Atty. Gen. in 'Fast and Furious'

They're concerned the attorney general may have lied to Congress he testified he'd only recently learned of the controversial "Fast and Furious" gun trafficking operation.

Man Freed after Murder Conviction Overturned

A man who spent 17 years behind bars won his freedom Tuesday evening just days after a judge overturned his murder conviction.

Too Hot for TV? NBC Cancels 'The Playboy Club'

NBC's controversial new show 'The Playboy Club' is being cancelled less than a month into the fall TV season.

Somali Pirates Get Life for Missionary Deaths

Two Somali men will spend the rest of their lives in prison for hijacking a yacht off the coast of Africa and killing the four Americans on board.

School District Bans Rosaries Due to Gang Ties

The Fremont, Neb., school district has banned its students from wearing necklaces that look like rosaries after police told school officials such necklaces were also being worn by gang members.

Trial for 'Underwear Bomber' Set to Open

Nigerian native Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab is charged with trying to blow up Northwest Airlines Flight 253 on Christmas Day in 2009.

Pentagon: Chaplains Can Officiate at Gay Weddings

Pentagon officials say military chaplains can participate in private homosexual marriage ceremonies, whether on or off military installations.

Justices Weigh Key Religious Rights, Freedoms Cases

The Supreme Court is expected to look at a number of key cases covering issues like health care, church authority, privacy rights and immigration.

CBN Celebrates 50 Years of Broadcasting

The Christian Broadcasting Network celebrated its 50th anniversary over the weekend.  Watch some highlights.

'Courageous' Makes Top Ten at Box Office

The police drama stressing the importance of fatherhood took fifth place, grossing $8.8 million despite its limited release.

Pastors Defy IRS, Take Politics to the Pulpit

As many as 500 churches across the country took part in "Pulpit Freedom Sunday" Oct. 2, by speaking freely about political candidates from the pulpit.

Wall Street Protests Enter Third Week

The number of demonstrators continues to grow as an anti-Wall Street campaign enters its third week.

Health Law Looms over New Supreme Court Term

The high court is beginning its new term Monday, with President Barack Obama's health care overhaul squarely in its sights.