FāVS News

Read the region's latest religion news: Cd'A's new 'Hate Crimes' ordinance, CAIR-WA's demand for justice for murdered Afghan teen and more.

Washington state fines Unite Health Share Ministries $300,000 and orders them to stop selling insurance for violating state laws and denying coverage based on pre-existing conditions.

Washington Attorney General investigates Spokane, Seattle and Yakima dioceses for potential misuse of funds and alleged cover-ups of child sex abuse. Learn more about this historic move.

Christ Church Moscow, Idaho, celebrates overturning of Roe v. Wade, Supreme Court to allow emergency abortions in Idaho, LDS church donates food to Salvation Army and more in this week's Religion News Roundup.

Spokane's Pride History and Remembrance Project, upcoming Juneteenth celebrations, a Spokane Valley church's expansion and more rounds out this week's roundup.

Far-right pastor Sean Feucht filed a lawsuit against Spokane and City Council members over their criticism of the former mayor's appearance at his anti-LGBTQ event. He alleges religious discrimination and is seeking damages.

Habitat for Humanity-Spokane is breaking barriers with its first Pride Build, while new Washington laws concerning parental rights and child marriage took effect, alongside community events like Healthy Kids Day and celebrations for Shavuot.