Oklahoma's top education official orders Bible instruction in public schools
Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has mandated Bible instruction in public schools for grades 5 through 12, causing backlash from civil rights groups and uncertainty about his authority to enforce the order.
Maryland couple among those who died on pilgrimage to Mecca during extreme heat
FOX 5 learned over the weekend, a Bowie, Maryland couple who left earlier this month to embark on an Islamic pilgrimage died due to the extreme heat, according to the couple’s daughter.
Louisiana classrooms must display Ten Commandments under new law
Louisiana is now the first state in the nation to require the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public school classroom - from kindergarten to state-funded universities.
Racist abuse towards Muslim group in San Francisco caught on video
A hateful incident was captured on a holy day for Muslims in San Francisco. A group from a San Francisco mosque was celebrating Eid al-Adha in John McLaren Park on Monday when a man walking two dogs passed by shouting expletives and making threats. There is video of the incident.
Oakland church left without electricity, water, seating after vandals gut sanctuary
The Mountain Of Fire and Miracles Ministries church in Oakland was left without electricity, water and chairs after being repeatedly targeted by burglars and vandals.
Pope Francis paves way for canonization of Carlo Acutis, first millennial saint
Pope Francis issued a decree on Thursday announcing the recognition of a miracle attributed to Bl. Carlo Acutis — clearing the way for the Italian teenager's canonization in the near future.
Hundreds gather to remember the life of GLIDE co-founder, Rev. Cecil Williams
San Franciscans from all walks of life gathered at GLIDE Memorial Church on Sunday to celebrate the life of co-founder Rev. Cecil Williams.
Catholic school can legally fire gay teacher, court finds
On May 8, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a North Carolina Catholic high school could legally fire gay teacher Lonnie Billard, citing the "ministerial exception" to uphold its religious doctrines.
GLIDE church members gather for 1st time since Rev. Cecil Williams' death
Members of San Francisco's GLIDE Memorial Church gathered for Sunday services for the first time since the death of their long-time leader, Rev. Cecil Williams.
San Francisco mosque vandalism suspect denies hate crime
A man accused of using a skateboard to vandalize a San Francisco mosque pleaded not guilty Friday as his attorney denied hate crime allegations.
Suspect arrested in vandalism at San Francisco mosque
Authorities arrested a man suspected of vandalizing a mosque in San Francisco.
Philadelphia Eid event shooting injures 3, including teen shot by officer; 5 arrested
Multiple people were injured during a shooting at an Eid event in West Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon where around 1,000 attendees gathered to celebrate the end of Ramadan.
What is Eid al-Fitr and how is it celebrated?
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday celebrated by Muslims to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
San Francisco mosque vandalized more than once during Ramadan
A mosque in San Francisco has been vandalized at least twice in the last week, apparently by the same man, prompting community members to call for more protection.
Annual Mount Davidson Easter service kicks off
An annual Easter Sunrise service was held Sunday at the summit of Mount Davidson in San Francisco. It's a tradition that dates back more than 100 years.
This Filipino villager was nailed to a cross for the 35th time on Good Friday
Ruben Enaje and other villagers participated in real-life crucifixions, which have become an annual tradition in his village in the Philippines.
San Bruno Muslims protest mayor over denial request during Ramadan
For weeks, San Bruno's Palestinian American residents and allies have rallied outside city hall, calling for a Gaza ceasefire. On Thursday, however, the protest was aimed at San Bruno Mayor Rico Medina.
Trump is selling Bibles for $59.99 ahead of Easter
Former President Donald Trump is hawking Bibles as he runs to return to the White House.
Oakland Buddhist church vandalized repeatedly
Oakland police are hoping surveillance video will lead to arrests in a church vandalism case in the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
Man doused with pepper spray outside Islamic center: Novato police
Novato police accused a man of disrupting a religious ceremony and using pepper spray on a person planning to celebrate Ramadan at an Islamic center.