America's politically divided Jewish community braces for Israel's elections

As Texas Gov. Abbott targets Muslim groups, his PAC receives millions from Muslim oil exec

(RNS) — While Gov. Abbott has been a vocal opponent of what he calls the 'Islamification' of Texas, he also has received more than $15 million in donations from S. Javaid Anwar, a philanthropist and oil industry exec.

An ‘empathy gap' divides Americans ahead of the midterms, says PRRI report

(RNS) — A survey released Tuesday (Oct. 20) found that Republicans and evangelicals increasingly see empathy as a danger that can lead society away from God. The survey found that more than half of Americans see President Trump as a threat to democracy.

Dallas faith groups, volunteer lawyers amplify legal support for detained immigrants

(RNS) — A North Texas coalition of congregations, clergy and attorneys is helping asylum seekers connect with legal support and challenge detentions. Their efforts have reached more than 1,200 people over the past year, organizers estimate.

El-Sayed, Vance pressed on religion, loyalty and immigration

(RNS) — In separate events, the vice president and the Democratic Senate candidate faced questions that highlight the intersection of faith and politics.

Police say a shooting in Columbus, Ohio, was not an attack on a mosque, but was nearby

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — One person was killed near the mosque, where an event was happening, a Columbus police official said.