Caribbean leaders press for slavery reparations, end of islands' territorial status

MAGA Pastor Greg Locke claims federal officials raided his home but gives few details

(RNS) — In a subdued message to churchgoers, Rev. Locke claimed federal agents broke into his home and searched it for hours after receiving reports of alleged financial misconduct.

After mall stabbing, Utah faith leaders warn against anti-Muslim rhetoric

(RNS) — The stabbing reflects growing concerns about anti-Muslim hate, said Imam Shuaib Din, who leads the Utah Islamic Center.

Activist Catholic priest Michael Pfleger again accused of sexual abuse

(RNS) — The Rev. Michael Pfleger has 'strongly denied' the allegation, which comes after four previous accusations in the past five years of decades-old abuse were all found to be unsubstantiated.

National Baptists launch social justice center near US Capitol

WASHINGTON (RNS) — ‘Voting rights are being eroded,’ said President Boise Kimber of the National Baptist Convention U.S.A. Inc. ‘Black political leaders are being decimated by redistricting.’

Orthodox Jewish groups oppose daylight saving bill, argue it would disrupt prayer

(RNS) — Orthodox Jewish organizations say the bill, if passed, would force morning prayer services to start after 9 a.m. in some parts of the country, making observant Jews late for work and school.