Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples under certain conditions
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
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Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
The Catholic leader spoke about laws discriminating against LGBTQ people, his health and his predecessor in a wide-ranging interview with the AP.
The vote was 61-36, with a number of Republican senators choosing not to vote.
An estimated 15,000 people are expected to attend this year's event on June 4.
Under federal law, there's no dispute that taxpayers were on the hook.
April DeBoer and Jayne Rowse — the two Michigan women who legally challenged the state's ban on gay marriage — exchanged vows Saturday during the ceremony.
The 31-year-old says he was forced to resign after the bishop's office received a report he had a same-sex partner.
"I'm open for business," sayd Mayor Christopher Taylor. "If you're interested in getting married, please come and let me know!"
The high court's decision comes 15 months after Friedman ruled the state's gay-marriage ban was unconstitutional.
Snyder urged Michigan residents to embrace the state's diversity by treating everyone with respect.
April DeBoer and Jayne Rowse say it's a day for a lot of celebration.
April DeBoer and Jayne Rowse have become celebrities of sorts in their Detroit suburb of Hazel Park.
"I believe that the traditional marriage is really God's model for marriage. I don't believe that government has a role in it."
Hundreds are expected to walk down a very long aisle on Sunday in Detroit as part of a mass wedding procession.
Both sides have made their case to the Supreme Court on gay marriage and now it's up to the justices.
What started as a petition by a lesbian couple from metro Detroit could end up changing the course of American history.
Crowds gathered outside the State Capitol in Lansing on Monday as demonstrators showed support at a candlelight vigil for the approval of same-sex marriage in the state, as could be decided on by the Supreme Court.
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Tuesday for challenges to state bans on same-sex marriage.
As recently as October, just over one-third of the states permitted same-sex marriage.
A mid-Michigan lawmaker is being criticized on social media after he "alerted" his followers to the promotion of a gay journalist at a Michigan newspaper.
What started as a petition by a lesbian couple from metro Detroit could end up changing the course of American history.
"The judge has determined that same-sex couples were legally married on that day," the governor said.
"You could have a situation where people are allowed to get married in a state but will lose their jobs if they were to come out publicly."
Exciting, thrilled and overwhelming are the words used by April Deboer and Jayne Rowse as they described how they feel, knowing the country's highest court will decide the gay marriage issue that they helped propel.
The justices said Friday they will review an appellate ruling that upheld bans on same-sex unions in four states.
A 50-year-old Michigan man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for brutally murdering his girlfriend in 2021, officials said.
Police share last-known images of Montana woman, hoping to generate new leads. "Someone out there knows what happened to Jermain Charlo" says detective.
BrucePac is recalling nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products because they may be contaminated with listeria bacteria, which can cause illness and death.
A 42-year-old man has died after he was hit by an SUV while walking along a Monroe County road Wednesday evening, officials said.
Andrew Irvine went missing in 1924 alongside climbing partner George Mallory as the pair attempted to be the first to reach Everest's summit.
A 50-year-old Michigan man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for brutally murdering his girlfriend in 2021, officials said.
Police share last-known images of Montana woman, hoping to generate new leads. "Someone out there knows what happened to Jermain Charlo" says detective.
BrucePac is recalling nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products because they may be contaminated with listeria bacteria, which can cause illness and death.
A 42-year-old man has died after he was hit by an SUV while walking along a Monroe County road Wednesday evening, officials said.
Andrew Irvine went missing in 1924 alongside climbing partner George Mallory as the pair attempted to be the first to reach Everest's summit.
Stellantis rejected the UAW's proposal to restore the Jobs Bank concept, which the automaker says contributed to its bankruptcy in 2009.
The automaker said the hurricane had impacted suppliers, and the company is working with them to resume operations as soon as possible.
Stellantis has filed a lawsuit against the United Auto Workers union in a continued battle over their 2023 bargain agreement and the UAW's threat to strike.
Members of United Auto Workers Local 1264 in Sterling Heights hosted a rally on Thursday to discuss a possible strike over what they say is a breach of their contracts with Stellantis.
Experts said consumers should not overreact. Any impacts will not be like the supply chain issues consumers saw in 2020.
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
The mother of Sean "Diddy" Combs released a statement Sunday defending her son against the federal charges and multiple allegations of sexual misconduct he is currently facing.
Christopher Ciccone spent most of his life in Madonna's shadow - as her back-up dancer, personal assistant, dresser, decorator, art director and tour director.
Police share last-known images of Montana woman, hoping to generate new leads. "Someone out there knows what happened to Jermain Charlo" says detective.
The northern lights are expected to be visible again Friday night and night mode on your camera can help capture the colorful auroras. Here's how to turn it on and see them.
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
A rescue operation in Colorado to bring trapped mining tour visitors out of an underground mine was successful, seven hours after one person died and four others were injured.
After her husband was assassinated in 1968, Ethel Kennedy raised their 11 children and spent decades working for human rights.
Healgen Scientific's combined COVID-19 and flu test gives people a new way to check what's causing their symptoms, FDA says.
Storm surge poses a fire hazard for vehicles with lithium-ion batteries, with dozens of blazes erupting after Helene.
Over 2,700 health care workers with Michigan Medicine have sent a strike notice to hospital administration and management.
With one major medical supplier's production hubs closed, hospitals say they are rationing IV fluid bags and employing other conservation measures.
It centers around a sweeping new weekly metric called "acute respiratory illness."
Anthony Beauvillier scored twice, Joel Blomqvist made 29 saves in his NHL debut and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Detroit Red Wings 6-3 on Thursday night.
Game 5 is Saturday in Cleveland, with ace Tarik Skubal set to start for the Tigers.
Wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown said Detroit isn't a place people want to live, and the people behind the city of Detroit's X account decided to clap back.
Rafael Nadal won 22 Grand Slam singles titles during an unprecedented era he shared with his rivals in the so-called Big Three, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.
The Tigers, baseball's hottest team the past two months, will have their first chance to advance in the playoffs since 2013 on Thursday night in Game 4 at Comerica Park.
As Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Tim Walz and JD Vance campaign in the Great Lakes States in rapid succession, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in on voters pollsters say are up for grabs in this critical swing state.
Watch Michigan Matters at its new time: 5:30 a.m. Sundays on CBS Detroit, noon Sundays on Detroit 50 WKBD.
Reggie E. Davis, president of consumer banking at Flagstar Bank, talks about the company's imprint in Michigan and the changing dynamics of the industry on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
The UAW remains an interesting factor in this race, too. Pundits point to Michigan as a critical battleground that the two camps are paying huge attention to.
Steve Kiefer has been on a mission to get distracted driving laws adopted in states across America, which he updates on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
For this week's Furry Fridays, we introduce you to Brie, the guinea pig, and Poppy, the dog. You can find these two pets and more at Michigan Humane.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will campaign in Macomb County on Friday and is expected to discuss jobs, manufacturing and auto workers. First lady Jill Biden is scheduled to visit Metro Detroit next week. She is expected to appeal to suburban women on issues like education, reproductive rights and lowering household costs—that and more on the latest top headlines.
Rain for the weekend.
Small and large communities across the country have joined forces to help people after two hurricanes caused major devastation, and Metro Detroit is stepping in.
One man has died, and multiple people were injured on Thursday after a police chase ended with a vehicle crash in Hamtramck.