Increase in harassment against Muslim, Jewish Americans reported since Hamas attacks

Muslim and Jewish civil rights groups say they’ve seen large increases in reports of harassment against members of their communities since the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks.

Hamas 'Day of Rage': Security ramps up at Phoenix synagogues

Local law enforcement is on alert after a former Hamas leader called for a so-called "Day of Rage" amidst the conflict. Israel has said it is an attack on its people and Jews.

Oregon church leader jailed for sex abuse of girls in his congregation, police say

Christopher Michael Pruitt, 39, remained in custody this week after being indicted on multiple sex abuse charges in Washington County, Oregon, police said.

Tennessee pastor dies during Ironman triathlon

Tragedy struck during the Ironman 70.3 Memphis triathlon as a pastor lost his life while participating in the event.

Thomas Rhett stops Nashville concert to pray for fan in medical emergency

While performing his concert at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, this weekend, country singer Thomas Rhett was alerted to a situation in the crowd.

Hamas attacks Israel: Jewish community ramps up security at Arizona synagogues

On the heels of the Jewish community's high holy season, it's something not just felt in Israel, but for Jewish Americans right here in Arizona.

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.

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.

Pew: Religious groups concerned over decline of marriage in US

55% of Evangelical Christians say fewer people getting married will have a negative impact on the nation, while only 4% say it will result in a positive effect.

Nightly Roundup: Cold case murder solved; learning more about aquamation

From an update to a cold case murder that happened decades ago, to a look at a relatively new funeral technique that some see as more environmentally friend, here's a look at some of our top stories tonight.

What is aquamation, an environmentally-friendly alternative to burials and cremations

Americans, according to figures from a survey, overwhelming choose to bury their loved ones after they passed away, or cremate them. However, there are alternative options that are now available. Here's what to know about aquamation, as well as the implications and concerns surrounding it.