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Faith groups claim legal victories on refugees, ICE raids at houses of worship

This week, courts blocked efforts to dismantle the refugee program and reinstated protections against immigration raids at some houses of worship.

Trump’s antisemitism order faces backlash in Spokane

Spokane Jews react to Trump's antisemitism executive order, sparking debate over its impact on free speech, student protection and Israel.

NAOMI community fulfills the Surgeon General’s parting prescription

NAOMI helps Spokane women heal from trauma and addiction through community support, breaking the isolation linked to health and societal challenges.

Trump’s pick of Paula White-Cain for Faith Office sparks controversy

Trump's pick of Pentecostel Pastor Paula White-Cain to lead the White House Faith Office sparks uproar within his Christian base of conservative Calvinists.

Oldest Black church in Washington seeks to maintain its vital ministry

Spokane's Calvary Baptist Church, founded in 1890, celebrates its 135th anniversary. The oldest Black church in Washington, it remains vital in faith and community service.

Kootenai libraries approved all mature book relocations, except the Bible.

Kootenai libraries move 16 young adult books to mature book section under Idaho’s new law. Authors of these books express their opinion. So far, only Bible request denied.

FāVS Religion News Roundup: Feb. 21

The religion news roundup this week contains several stories on legislation making waves in Idaho and Montana in surprising ways, an event featuring Holocaust survivor Helga Melmed and a sweet story of interfaith cooperation.

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