Sex Abuse Crisis Tops Agenda As US Catholic Bishops Will Convene In Baltimore Monday
The three-day assembly that starts Monday in Baltimore comes after a series of abuse scandals this year that have been stunning in their magnitude and number.
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The three-day assembly that starts Monday in Baltimore comes after a series of abuse scandals this year that have been stunning in their magnitude and number.
A letter from a top Vatican official appears to acknowledge that the Holy See knew about sexual abuse allegations against former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick for at least several months before he was elevated to cardinal in 2001.
Across the U.S., Catholics once faithful with their financial support to their churches are searching for ways to respond to the constant sex-abuse scandals.
An Indiana catholic school guidance counselor may lose her job of 15 years after officials learned she was married to another woman.
The much beloved Cardinal William Keeler, died today at the age of 86.
Facing declining numbers of priests in the Catholic Church, Pope Francis is considering a radical change to who can enter the priesthood.
Pope Francis is standing his ground on a centuries-old Catholic tradition concerning women's roles in leadership. The Pope's comments yesterday are resonating with Catholics worldwide and in Baltimore.
The itinerary for Pope Francis' first visit to the United States was released Tuesday. His first stop is DC and the planning is underway.
Pope Francis is visiting Philadelphia in September, and you can be there.
The cost of the daylong pilgrimage is $99 for the bus. The train cost is $159 for adults, $154 for seniors (62 and older), and $119 for children (ages 2-12).
The Francis Factor: one year ago, cardinals chose Pope Francis as the new leader of the Catholic Church. What a year it's been for the 1.2 billion faithful worldwide as the new pope has energized them.
The pope once again surprises his followers with a manifest that describes the direction he's taking the church.
Baltimore is the home to the first Catholic Archdiocese in America. Now, the 300 bishops who run the church in this country are returning to the spiritual home.
White smoke signals the Catholic Church has chosen a new pope.
Catholics worldwide are anxiously awaiting news of whom the new pope will be.
Vatican officials said Monday that Pope Benedict XVI had announced to his senior clergy that he would resign his position as the head of the Catholic Church on February 28, according to news agency reports.
It is time to end the tax exempt status of religious organizations that advocated for a partisan candidate.
Same-sex marriage, abortion and contraceptives. America's Catholic bishops have taken a strong stand opposing each. They were asked by other Catholics to stop mixing those positions with politics.
A subdued U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops acknowledged Monday that voters rejected the stands they took against gay marriage and birth control, but gave no sign they would change their strategy ahead.
A 1,600-year-old document translated for the first time has a message that could shake up Christianity: Jesus may have had a wife. Now, a local expert weighs in on the debate.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore says it is has raised $64 million of the $100 million it is working to raise to support its mission.
Should the Catholic church mix politics and faith? Some say 'no' as the church gears up to take on the Obama administration over it's new healthcare mandate.
Baltimore's archbishop will open the Catholic church's religious liberty effort with a Mass at the city's Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption.
New federal health care rules that require church-affiliated employers to cover birth control for workers violate First Amendment free speech guarantees, the Archdiocese of Washington said Monday in announcing it was joining a series of suits nationwide against the mandate.
A federal appeals court heard arguments Friday on whether it's unconstitutional for two Maryland communities to require anti-abortion pregnancy counseling centers to post signs stating that they do not provide medical services.
The Howard County school board is weighing whether to ban cellphones in the schools.
Exactly 62 years after Jack and Jackie Harbaugh tied the knot, their sons will be on opposing sidelines in Los Angeles for Monday Night Football.
Most of the attention surrounding Monday night's showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and Los Angeles Chargers has been centered on the first coaching matchup since 2012 between John and Jim Harbaugh.
Schools in West Baltimore received deliveries this week that will help restock their supplies.
With new federal funding, Frederick County is taking a stand against human trafficking.
Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge could be taller when it is rebuilt, according to preliminary renderings from the Maryland Transportation Authority (MTA).
A staff member at the Kerb Restaurant in Towson was assaulted Sunday, according to Baltimore County Police.
We're one month away from the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, but Maryland could see its first winter weather as early as Friday, Nov. 22.
The Johns Hopkins Police Accountability Board moved its meeting from in-person to virtual after community members threatened to protest.
The Howard County school board is weighing whether to ban cellphones at schools throughout the district.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Owner Melanie Eggleston, OMN Shop, joins us with a few products that are must-haves for the cold winter months.
Dr. Kendall Moseley joins us with information on bone health and how aging can affect women's bone strength and loss.
Chef Jason Kaufman to talk about the company's restaurants which are offering an all-inclusive buffet style dinner with your choice of herb roasted turkey or orange glazed ham.
Vince Wilson with Poe’s Magic Theatre at the Lord Baltimore Hotel joins us in studio with some mind-blowing magic tricks that can be seen at his shows.
Dr. Dick Brown joins us in studio with a few pieces of his artwork to describe his process and share how he got started making art.
Exactly 62 years after Jack and Jackie Harbaugh tied the knot, their sons will be on opposing sidelines in Los Angeles for Monday Night Football.
Most of the attention surrounding Monday night's showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and Los Angeles Chargers has been centered on the first coaching matchup since 2012 between John and Jim Harbaugh.
Former long-time Baltimore Ravens stars Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda are among the 25 modern-era candidates for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.
George Beale's 23 points off of the bench led Hampton to a 78-68 victory against UMBC on Tuesday night.
Chad Venning had 17 points, Donald Hand Jr. scored all 15 of his points in the second half and Boston College beat Loyola Maryland 82-61 on Tuesday night.
Johnny Olszewski, the Baltimore County executive, is taking his leadership to the nation's capital after knocking off Kimberly Klacik in Maryland's second congressional district race.
Baltimore City voters had eight municipal ballot measures to decide, including Questions F and H, as well as Maryland Question 1.
Former President Donald Trump prevailed in his third presidential bid — after four indictments, one conviction, two Democratic opponents and two assassination attempts.
Democrat Zeke Cohen beat Republican Emmanuel Digman to become Baltimore's new City Council president.
Voters rejected cutting Baltimore's City Council from 14 to eight.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
Anne Arundel County's Luke Borchelt is making waves with his new song, Every Rain, which has over 800,000 streams on Spotify.
Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
Family and friends celebrated the life of murdered Baltimore rapper David Boykin, also known as "President Davo," with a mural and a community vegetable garden in his honor.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Blustery Friday with rain and snow showers in Maryland
Cold with snow chances in parts of Maryland
Colder temperatures, gusty winds and a chance for rain and snow showers for Friday.
Seasonably cold through the end of the week. Temperatures in the 50's but will feel colder at times.
Damp and cold end to Maryland's week
Blustery Friday with rain and snow showers in Maryland
Howard County Public Schools considering district-wide ban on cellphones
Community support saves plant-based Baltimore ice cream shop
District-wide cellphone ban discussed for Howard County schools
Frederick County receives federal funding in battle against trafficking