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WA’s SB 5375 adds clergy as mandatory child abuse reporters — even for confessions. Survivors await Gov. Ferguson’s signature by May 15.

Holocaust observance draws hundreds, Spokan libraries honor national Arab American Heritage Month, Seattle police accused of using alleged excessive force against two Black Muslim women and more in this week's FāVS Religion News Roundup.

Inland NW Catholics mourn Pope Francis, honoring his legacy of mercy, unity and love through prayers, Masses and heartfelt tributes.

The Diocese of Boise will host a free mental health wellness informational event April 25 at St. Thomas Church, Coeur d’Alene.

Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney will speak about the future of American politics as part of Whitworth President’s Leadership Forum on April 23 at the Spokane Convention Center. 

Spokane activist groups screen "The Encampments" documentary on pro-Palestine protests, urging solidarity and action. Next shows: April 23 & 24.

Francis leaves behind him a church still divided, but radically transformed.