Pope Francis says homosexuality "is not a crime," but gay sex is "a sin"
The Catholic leader spoke about laws discriminating against LGBTQ people, his health and his predecessor in a wide-ranging interview with the AP.
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Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI laid to rest by his successor, Pope Francis
Never in the history of the Catholic Church had a pope conducted a funeral ceremony for his predecessor, until now.
Pennsylvania's Clergy Sex Abuse Scandal Sparks Inquiries Into Other States
This month's grand jury report detailing abuse allegations against Catholic clergy members dealt solely with archdioceses in Pennsylvania. But the report has already prompted other states to open their own inquiries.
Catholic School Counselor May Lose Job Over Her Same-Sex Marriage
An Indiana catholic school guidance counselor may lose her job of 15 years after officials learned she was married to another woman.
Hundreds Of 'Predator Priests' Named In Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report
A new grand jury report says that internal documents from six Catholic dioceses in Pennsylvania show that more than 300 "predator priests" have been credibly accused of sexually abusing more than 1,000 child victims.
Pope Declares Death Penalty Inadmissible, Changing Church's Stance
Pope Francis has declared that the death penalty is never admissible and that the Catholic Church will work towards its abolition around the world, the Vatican formally announced Thursday.
Catholic Churches In Southwestern Michigan To Share Pastors
Bishop Paul Bradley plans to have roughly 30 churches sharing pastors, starting in July. No churches will be closed or merged.
Saint Statue Defaced As Vandals Hit Catholic Church Properties In Livonia
Livonia police are searching for suspects.
ACLU Protests Catholic Hospital's Decision To Deny Sterilization
A spokesman says the company follows the "ethical and religious directives" of the Catholic church.
Pope Names Green Bay Vicar As Marquette Bishop
"My first obligation is to know and love the people, and I will work very hard at that."
Historic Detroit Church Damaged By High Winds
Experts don't know if it will all will come sliding and tumbling down.
Conservative Christians Protest Gay Group's Mass
A group representing gay Catholics is proceeding with plans to celebrate Mass on Sunday at Marygrove College in the face of appeals from a conservative group.
Shelby Twp. Church Hit By Easter Sunday Thieves
As much as $50,000 in cash and chalices is missing from St. Therese Catholic Church.
Michigan Catholics Abuzz About New Pope
Now that Pope Francis the 1st has been announced to the world, local Catholics are hoping for compassionate leadership for the future.
Argentine Jorge Bergoglio Elected New Pope
The Catholic church has chosen a new pope.
Lawsuit: Priest Failed To Protect Girl From Molester
A lawsuit against a priest and the Catholic church says they failed to protect a 14-year-old girl from sexual abuse by a 19-year-old man.
Benedict Becomes 1st Pope In 600 Years To Resign
Now that Pope Benedict has left the Vatican the world's cardinals will get to work selecting a new Pontiff.
Eight Local Priests Named Monsignors by Pope Benedict XVI
"The eight priests honored by Pope Benedict XVI have given the Church many years of faithful service in fulfilling a variety of pastoral responsibilities," said Archbishop Vigneron.
Opinion: Churches Shouldn't Be The Next Super PACs
It is time to end the tax exempt status of religious organizations that advocated for a partisan candidate.
Was Jesus Married? Ancient Document Debated
A local theologian says he's skeptical after a Harvard University professor presents a document that may indicate Jesus was married.
Protest Disrupts Detroit Gun Buyback Effort
WWJ Newsradio 950's Florence Walton reports gun-toting enthusiasts tried to tempt the people in line by offering them more money not to turn in their weapons.
Hugging Priest Agrees To Stop After Complaint
Beyond the culture shift the "no hugging" policy means for the church, Mayer worries about what it says about society at large.
Michigan Catholics Sue Over Birth Control Mandate
The Michigan Catholic Conference is suing Obama administration officials over the mandate requiring most employers to cover birth control.
Catholic Church: Open Mich. Prayer Caucus To All
A newly formed prayer caucus in the Michigan Legislature that specifically endorses Judeo-Christian tradition should welcome officials of "any faith," the Roman Catholic church said Wednesday as the group held its opening event.
Gay Alum's Commencement Speech Invite Withdrawn
An aspiring actor who graduated from a Catholic school in Mount Pleasant will not be allowed to speak at next month's graduation ceremonies because he is openly gay.
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Oakland Co. Polar Plunge has big turnout from law enforcement
The Polar Plunge is back in Southeast Michigan just in time for single digit temperatures.
"The Plastic Bag Store", irony in the form of art
Everything you need but nothing actually for sale. It's art out of irony.
Mulcahy leads Rutgers over Michigan State 61-55
Tyson Walker scored 12 points and Joey Hauser 10 for the Spartans (14-9, 6-6).
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Dolphin skull found in baggage at Detroit airport
Routine X-ray screenings first detected the unusual object.
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Mother reacts to learning son identified as one of bodies found in Highland Park
Michigan State Police confirmed that the bodies found in an abandoned apartment in Highland Park were identified as the three men missing since Jan. 21.
Oakland Co. Polar Plunge has big turnout from law enforcement
The Polar Plunge is back in Southeast Michigan just in time for single digit temperatures.
"The Plastic Bag Store", irony in the form of art
Everything you need but nothing actually for sale. It's art out of irony.
Mulcahy leads Rutgers over Michigan State 61-55
Tyson Walker scored 12 points and Joey Hauser 10 for the Spartans (14-9, 6-6).
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
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Ford returns to Formula One in partnership with Red Bull
Red Bull powertrains and Ford will partner on the development of a hybrid power unit that will supply engines to both Red Bull and AlphaTauri when new F1 regulations begin in 2026.
US tells owners to park old Hondas until air bags are fixed
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Friday issued a "Do Not Drive" advisory for the 2001 through 2003 vehicles with Takata inflators that have a high possibility of exploding and hurling shrapnel in a crash.
Ford 4Q profit drops 90%, company says more cost cuts coming
CEO Jim Farley said Ford should have done better last year, and it left $2 billion in profits on the table that were within its control. He said Ford will correct that with improved execution this year.
2 rivals from factory floors facing off in race to lead UAW
The election pits the 57-year-old incumbent, Ray Curry, who started his career on the assembly line at a Freightliner truck plant in North Carolina, against Shawn Fain, 54, who began as an electrician at a Chrysler metal casting plant in Kokomo, Indiana.
Justice Department seeks Tesla automated driving documents
The Austin, Texas, electric vehicle maker cautioned that if the government decides to pursue an enforcement action, it could possibly have a material adverse impact on its business.
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2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow among new Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Over half of this year's potential inductees are nominated for the first time, including Elliott, Lauper, Crow, Willie Nelson and more.
Beyoncé announces Renaissance world tour
The star announced dozens of tour dates around the world this year. Here's what we know so far.
Ozzy Osbourne is retiring from touring, saying he's "not physically capable"
Osbourne said he never imagined his "touring days would have ended this way."
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Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Dolphin skull found in baggage at Detroit airport
Routine X-ray screenings first detected the unusual object.
50-car train derailment in Ohio causes massive fire, evacuations
Local officials notified residents that an evacuation order remained in place Saturday morning for people within a mile of the scene.
2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
USDA proposes limits to added sugars and sodium in school meals
The proposed standards would reduce weekly sodium limits and emphasize products that are primarily whole grain.
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Oakland County launches community health survey
Oakland County health officials are launching a community survey to get residents' views on topics such as medical care, support services, reliable transportation and food access.
FDA faults company behind recalled eye drops for multiple violations
Global Pharma's eye drops have been linked to a U.S. outbreak which has led to at least five people losing their vision.
COVID vaccine, treatments could go to private market this summer, official says
Dr. Ashish Jha said he was hopeful insurers would still cover COVID-19 tests after the official end of the public health emergency.
Michigan WIC to offer only Similac beginning March 1
Officials say the transition back to the brand is based on production levels from Abbott Nutrition and the company's ability to supply sufficient products.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
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Mulcahy leads Rutgers over Michigan State 61-55
Tyson Walker scored 12 points and Joey Hauser 10 for the Spartans (14-9, 6-6).
Ford returns to Formula One in partnership with Red Bull
Red Bull powertrains and Ford will partner on the development of a hybrid power unit that will supply engines to both Red Bull and AlphaTauri when new F1 regulations begin in 2026.
Wayne State introduces Tyrone Wheatley as new football coach
Wheatley served as the running backs coach with the Denver Broncos this season.
Northwestern loses to Michigan, gets swept by Wolverines for season
Boo Buie hit 9 of 19 from the field, including 3 of 6 from distance, and scored 23 points to lead Northwestern.
Eagles' Jason Kelce says wife Kylie will bring OB-GYN to the Super Bowl
Kylie McDevitt will be 38 weeks pregnant when the big game gets underway.
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Michigan Matters: Celebrating 3 Trailblazers & Black History Month
As Black History Month continues, three African American leaders dominating their professions – Suzanne Shank, President/CEO of Siebert Williams Shank, Dr. Kenneth L. Harris, President/CEO of the National Business League, and Keith Wyche, Vice President of Community Engagement at Walmart- appear on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" to talk about their careers, helping to pave the way for young people and much more.
Michigan Matters: Raising Awareness for Organ Donations
With 2,500 Michiganders awaiting an organ transplant, four people who have been impacted in various ways appear in a special encore edition of CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters" to talk about the importance of donors and raising awareness.
Michigan Matters: A Celebration of Metro Detroit Authors
Metro Detroit is blessed with many talented writers and this Sunday "Michigan Matters" features a special encore episode with four serial authors as they talk about their latest books, their inspiration and how they brought their books to life.
Michigan Matters: WGPR-TV & Michigan Chamber's Mission
It's a focus on mentoring and guiding the next generation as leaders past and present appear on a special repeat episode of "Michigan Matters" airing 8 am Sunday on CBS Detroit to talk about the road to success.
Michigan Matters: Gov. Snyder launches tech company
Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder returns in an encore episode of CBS Detroit's "Michigan Matters" 8 am this Sunday to talk about SensCy – a cybersecurity company he launched to help companies and organizations across the state prevent problems.
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NEXT Weather Forecast February 4, 2023 (Tonight)
Windy conditions for these at least next 24 hours. Meteorologist Kylee Miller has your overnight and Sunday forecast. CBSDetroit.com/weather.
Beloved Detroit Symphony Orchestra security guard retires after 34 years of service
After 34 years directing and protecting the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Norris Jackson, 69, is choosing sleep over security.
Annual Ice Festival kicks off in Plymouth
For decades, artists from around the world would come to Plymouth to show off their ice carving skills. More than 60 sculptures are on display this year.
Investigation continues after bodies found in Highland Park identified as 3 missing men
Michigan State Police is leading the investigation into the death of three men whose bodies were found in Highland Park after being missing since Jan. 21.
CBS News Detroit's Ibrahim Samra talks finding ways to tell stories
CBS News Detroit multi-skilled journalist Ibrahim Samra has a knack for storytelling and is finding creative ways to do it.