Chicago Archdiocese alleges false sex abuse claim scheme
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
Cook County lawsuit claims 30 men scammed Catholic church over sexual abuse settlements
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
Church alleges gang members falsified sexual abuse claims for millions
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
New Illinois law mandates halal, kosher meals be available at state schools, hospitals
Illinois will become the first state to require state-run schools and other facilities to offer halal and kosher meals.
New Illinois law mandates availability of halal, kosher meals in state-run facilities
Illinois became the first state to mandate the availability of halal and kosher meal options in state-run schools, hospitals and other facilities.
Pope Francis to be released from hospital
Pope Francis is expected to be released from the hospital tomorrow. After battling a life-threatening case of pneumonia in both lungs.
Pope Francis will be leaving hospital soon after 38-day stay
After 38 days in the hospital, some of those spent in critical condition, Pope Francis is returning to the Vatican.
Push to save Chicago's historic Greenstone Church gains momentum
A historic piece of Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood is at risk of falling into disrepair, and supporters are rallying to save it.
Historic Chicago church faces urgent need for repairs
A historic piece of Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood is at risk of falling into disrepair, and supporters are rallying to save it.
Vatican releases 1st photo of Pope Francis since hospitalization
The Vatican released the first photograph of Pope Francis in over a month, showing him in a wheelchair celebrating Mass in a hospital chapel.
Pope Francis gradually improving at the hospital
The Vatican reported tonight that Pope Francis is showing gradual signs of improvement.
Saint Benedict’s fish fry feeds faith and community for 55 years
On the first Friday in the season of Lent, thousands of Chicago-area Catholics are experiencing a special meal. It’s fish fry season.
Saint Benedict's in Blue Island hosts homemade fish fry for Lent
Today is the first day of Lent and many restaurants, churches and community groups are popping the grease with fish frys.
Pope Francis hits 3-week mark of hospitalization
Pope Francis has been in the hospital for three weeks with double pneumonia.
Pope Francis shares first audio message since hospitalization: 'Thank you from the bottom of my heart'
Pope Francis, 88, delivered an emotional audio message from his hospital room, thanking the faithful for their prayers as he continues treatment for double pneumonia.
Pope Francis shares first message since hospitalization
Pope Francis, in his first public message since being hospitalized with double pneumonia three weeks ago, releases an audio message to his supporters.
Where to find Chicago's best Lenten Fish Frys in the city and suburbs
The Lenten season, which began on March 5, is a 40-day period of reflection, prayer, and fasting leading up to Easter.
Chicago Catholics celebrate Ash Wednesday at Holy Name Cathedral
Many Chicago Catholics participated in Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent.
Pope's health weighs on Chicago Catholics observing Ash Wednesday
On Ash Wednesday, Catholics took time out of their lives to get their ashes for the first day of Lent. Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago held many services and masses on Wednesday.
Chicago Catholics celebrate Ash Wednesday as Pope Francis faces health challenge
Catholics in Chicago participated in Ash Wednesday, an important day especially as Pope Francis' health is in decline.