Week in Review: Boy killed in hate crime • Alderman targets street takeovers • risky social media challenge
A 6-year-old boy and his mother were attacked over their Muslim faith in a Chicago suburb, resulting in the boy's death; an alderman is calling for a new approach to thwart 'street takeovers; and a viral social media trend is landing teens in custody.
A 6-year-old boy and his mother were attacked over their Muslim faith in a Chicago suburb, resulting in the boy's death; an alderman is calling for a new approach to thwart 'street takeovers; and a viral social media trend is landing teens in custody.
Chicago-area rabbi to travel to Israel providing support
A delegation of 25 rabbis from the United States is heading to Israel this weekend including Rabbi Yitzchok Wolf. The faith leaders will spend four days in Israel to inspire and uplift the spirit of a nation in tremendous pain.
A delegation of 25 rabbis from the United States is heading to Israel this weekend including Rabbi Yitzchok Wolf. The faith leaders will spend four days in Israel to inspire and uplift the spirit of a nation in tremendous pain.
Kat Von D shares video of baptism after giving up witchcraft
Celebrity tattoo artist Kat Von D shared a video of her getting baptized.
Celebrity tattoo artist Kat Von D shared a video of her getting baptized.
Pope Francis suggests blessings for same-sex couples
Pope Francis has suggested there might be ways to bless same-sex unions. The Vatican on Monday published a letter Francis wrote to five cardinals on July 11 after receiving a list of five questions, or “dubia,” from them a day earlier.
Pope Francis has suggested there might be ways to bless same-sex unions. The Vatican on Monday published a letter Francis wrote to five cardinals on July 11 after receiving a list of five questions, or “dubia,” from them a day earlier.
Chipotle faces federal lawsuit over allegations of religious harassment and retaliation
A federal agency has sued the restaurant chain Chipotle, accusing it of religious harassment and retaliation after a manager at a Kansas location forcibly removed an employee's hijab, a headscarf worn by some Muslim women.
A federal agency has sued the restaurant chain Chipotle, accusing it of religious harassment and retaliation after a manager at a Kansas location forcibly removed an employee's hijab, a headscarf worn by some Muslim women.
Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe under reconstruction after arsonist caused $80K in damages
Vowing to rebuild after an unholy act, the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe is breathing new life into its sacred Chapel of the Risen Christ.
Vowing to rebuild after an unholy act, the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe is breathing new life into its sacred Chapel of the Risen Christ.
Sacred shrine rebuilds after arsonist causes $80K in damages
A suburban shrine is breathing new life into its sacred chapel.
A suburban shrine is breathing new life into its sacred chapel.
Sacred suburban shrine rebuilds after arson
After several months of planning and fundraising, a chapel located at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe is being revived.
After several months of planning and fundraising, a chapel located at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe is being revived.
Johnson strengthens ties with Chicago's Muslim community as part of campaign promise
Mayor Brandon Johnson met in the Loop Wednesday morning with representatives of Chicago's Muslim community.
Mayor Brandon Johnson met in the Loop Wednesday morning with representatives of Chicago's Muslim community.
Johnson strengthens ties with Chicago's Muslim community as part of campaign promise
Mayor Brandon Johnson met in the Loop Wednesday morning with representatives of Chicago's Muslim community.
Mayor Brandon Johnson met in the Loop Wednesday morning with representatives of Chicago's Muslim community.
Rev. Marshall Hatch celebrates 30 years of inspiring leadership at New Mount Pilgrim Church
Thirty years in a single job is quite an accomplishment. But 30 years leading one of the city's biggest churches? That's a blessing.
Thirty years in a single job is quite an accomplishment. But 30 years leading one of the city's biggest churches? That's a blessing.
Rev. Marshall Hatch celebrates 30 years at New Mount Pilgrim Church
Thirty years in a single job is quite an accomplishment. But 30 years leading one of the city's biggest churches? That's a blessing.
Thirty years in a single job is quite an accomplishment. But 30 years leading one of the city's biggest churches? That's a blessing.
Century-old Joliet church faces financial battle after Ponzi scheme scandal
After serving the Joliet community through its ministry for more than a century, Messiah Lutheran Church is facing its very own judgment day.
After serving the Joliet community through its ministry for more than a century, Messiah Lutheran Church is facing its very own judgment day.
Joliet church facing judgement day
A Joliet church that is on the verge of financial ruin is asking the public to come to its rescue.
A Joliet church that is on the verge of financial ruin is asking the public to come to its rescue.
One of Aurora's oldest Black churches embarks on new journey to larger space
Main Baptist Church, an integral part of Aurora's history, is moving to a larger location, marking a significant milestone in its long legacy.
Main Baptist Church, an integral part of Aurora's history, is moving to a larger location, marking a significant milestone in its long legacy.
One of Aurora's oldest Black churches embarks on new journey to larger space
Main Baptist Church, an integral part of Aurora's history, is moving to a larger location, marking a significant milestone in its long legacy.
Main Baptist Church, an integral part of Aurora's history, is moving to a larger location, marking a significant milestone in its long legacy.
Coach Joe Kennedy teases his next act after his Supreme Court victory and return to football
There may be bigger things in store for Coach Joe Kennedy, assistant football coach in Bremerton, Washington, after his triumphant return to the high school football field following his Supreme Court victory in 2022 and his reinstatement to his coaching position earlier this year.
There may be bigger things in store for Coach Joe Kennedy, assistant football coach in Bremerton, Washington, after his triumphant return to the high school football field following his Supreme Court victory in 2022 and his reinstatement to his coaching position earlier this year.
Gospel Run to inspire a healthy Chicago
The Gospel Run 5K race is celebrating its 10 year anniversary next weekend. The race returns to 39th Street Beach Sept. 9. Gospel Run is a public health organization that connects congregations through health programming.
The Gospel Run 5K race is celebrating its 10 year anniversary next weekend. The race returns to 39th Street Beach Sept. 9. Gospel Run is a public health organization that connects congregations through health programming.
Saint Sabina Church handing out cold water amid Chicago heatwave
A South Side church is stepping up to help neighbors beat the heat, and they need some assistance to make it happen.
A South Side church is stepping up to help neighbors beat the heat, and they need some assistance to make it happen.
Chicago parish handing out cold water amid heatwave
A local pastor and church are organizing a water giveaway for people in the community who need it most.
A local pastor and church are organizing a water giveaway for people in the community who need it most.