Hobby Lobby CEO to make $7 million donation to First Baptist Dallas sanctuary rebuild
Pastor Robert Jeffress said he hopes to break ground on the project after the new year.
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Pastor Robert Jeffress said he hopes to break ground on the project after the new year.
Families "don't want their children to be forced to observe and venerate a state-mandated version of the Ten Commandments," the ACLU said.
Father Paolo Capra, pastor at St. Augustine, made the trip to Istanbul with the brick, which will be the first stone of the new parish they plan to build.
The three-judge panel set a Dec. 29 deadline for the parties to submit arguments.
Wisconsin-based Church Mutual says it shouldn't have to pay out the possible $1 million claim.
The lawsuit claims the Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public schools violates religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
CAIR, which was founded in 1994, is the largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization in the country.
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
Dallas County Judge Emily Tobolowsky is heard arguments about removing defendants from the $1 million lawsuit.
The Morrises argue in part the statute of limitations has expired.
Evans received a standing ovation during "Restoration Sunday" nearly a year after stepping down over a moral failure.
Tony Evans, the founding pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, has been restored to ministry over a year after confessing to an undisclosed moral failure.
Dee Parsons, who published survivor Cindy Clemishire's story, says the conviction sends a global message and offers hope to survivors still waiting to be heard.
Rev. Yehiel Curry, 53, is only the fifth presiding bishop of the ELCA, a predominantly white denomination.
Senate Bill 11 allows reading the bible and other religious texts in public schools. Keller ISD is the first district in North Texas to adopt the bill.
Fort Worth ISD voted Tuesday night to implement Bluebonnet Learning in classrooms.
Critics say Bluebonnet Learning crosses a line by teaching the bible in public schools, but supporters disagree.
The series retells the life of Jesus — from his first days in ministry to his journey to the cross.
Pope Leo XIV has marked his 70th birthday by thanking God, his parents and all those who prayed for him.
President Donald Trump said "the American people have to bring back religion in America." There is no timeline for the new guidance.
A federal judge temporarily blocked a Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, ruling it likely violates the First Amendment.
In "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling" series, Chaplain Joon Park shares how he comforts patients at the end of life.
The woman who accused Morris of sexually abusing her four decades ago will have to wait a while for justice in her civil case.
For months, the U.N. and experts have warned that Palestinians in Gaza are at risk of famine, with reports of increasing numbers of people dying from causes related to malnutrition.
Palestinian-American Saifullah Kamel Musallet, 20, was visiting family in the West Bank when he was beaten to death by Israeli settlers, his family told CBS News.
Temperatures will reach the upper 90s to around 100° by Thursday afternoon.
U.N.-commissioned rights experts say there are "reasonable grounds" to believe the U.S. committed war crimes with strikes that killed scores of Iranian civilians.
The Texas A&M Forest Service awarded nearly $5 million to 118 volunteer fire departments that assisted with the response.
Cindy Clemishire is asking the Texas Supreme Court to revive her defamation lawsuit against convicted pastor Robert Morris and Gateway Church.
For now, there's someone behind the wheel for monitoring purposes, but V.A.S. says it's planning to begin fully driverless operations.
Temperatures will reach the upper 90s to around 100° by Thursday afternoon.
U.N.-commissioned rights experts say there are "reasonable grounds" to believe the U.S. committed war crimes with strikes that killed scores of Iranian civilians.
The Texas A&M Forest Service awarded nearly $5 million to 118 volunteer fire departments that assisted with the response.
Show off your home BBQ setup for a chance to win tickets to BBQ Homecoming 2026 in Grand Prairie and other prizes.
Cindy Clemishire is asking the Texas Supreme Court to revive her defamation lawsuit against convicted pastor Robert Morris and Gateway Church.
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
Rep. Thomas Massie accused Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth of defying Congress with the Iran war, suppressing free speech and other offenses.
Tuesday's hearing marked the first time that Patel has publicly addressed the new hiring standards related to prostitution, employment theft and bestiality.
Sen. Bernie Sanders is one of the most vocal opponents in Congress on rapid AI development, but bipartisan concerns are growing.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
About 40 million Americans are on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Fans are hoping for a better season after missing the playoffs last season.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
