Volunteers prepare for Way of the Cross procession in Chicago's Pilsen community
The tradition draws thousands to the neighborhood – delivering music, costumes, and props. But most importantly, the event draws hope.
Religion Stories
Interfaith meeting of female leaders at UN held to promote peace
As war is waged in the Middle East, one Iranian-American woman refuses to allow the inevitable strife of conflict stop her from building bridges of peace.
Pope washes feet of 12 women at Rome prison from his wheelchair
The 87-year-old Pope Francis performed the ritual from his wheelchair, after recent ailments have compounded his mobility problems.
Feds say California's facial hair ban for prison guards amounts to religious discrimination
The federal government is asking a court to halt California's enforcement of a rule requiring prison guards be clean-shaven, saying it amounts to religious discrimination.
Thousands pack narrow alleys in Cairo for Egypt's mega-Iftar
For a decade, one Cairo neighborhood has drawn thousands to gather around Egypt's longest Ramadan Iftar table. This year was the biggest ever.
These South Florida Muslim communities will hold open houses during Ramadan
Ramadan is half over. If you'd like to visit a mosque/masjid, here is a list of specific times and locations Muslim communities around South Florida are welcoming the public and inviting residents to break fast (iftar) with them during this month of Ramadan.
Pope Francis opens up about personal life, health in new memoir
The book's co-author, Fabio Marchese Ragona, says Pope Francis doesn't intend to resign, as his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI did.
Jewish mural found in North Adams attic offers rare insight into 19th-century immigrants
Local historian Carol Clingan is attempting raise money to move the Jewish mural, where it can be preserved and seen.
Jewish Community Center SF unites diverse communities at Soul Vey event
Soul Vey brings Black and Jewish communities together to break bread over a culturally diverse Shabbat meal.
First-ever YentaCon held in Philadelphia for Jewish singles and matchmakers
A new convention happened this week in Philadelphia. It's the first-ever convention for yentas, a term used for matchmakers in the Jewish community.
Walls inside St. Vincent de Paul Church in Germantown reflect story of hope and representation
Meet the artist who painted hope and representation on the walls of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Germantown.
Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church welcomes community back for healing, thanksgiving service after deadly shooting
Osteen told parishioners it has been a difficult time with "a lot of trauma."
Video captures deadly Texas church shooting
New video shows the chaos Sunday when shots rang out at Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church in Texas. Police say the shooter was a 36-year-old woman with a history of mental illness who had attended the church in the past.
Investigation into Lakewood Church shooting
A woman opened fire at Lakewood Church in Houston on Sunday before two security officers shot and killed her. A 5-year-old boy who was with her and a 57-year-old man were wounded. Some of the details in this story are disturbing.
"I'll Have What She's Having" exhibit at Illinois Holocaust Museum teaches history of Jewish delis
While most people probably associate Jewish delis with New York, they also have important roots in Chicago's meat industry.
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From the archives: Trailblazing journalist Belva Davis
Belva Davis, believed to be the first Black female TV reporter in the western United States, died on Sept. 24, 2025 at age 92. In this "Sunday Morning" profile of Davis that aired on Feb. 26, 2023, "60 Minutes" correspondent Bill Whitaker (who, like many journalists, walked in her footsteps) looked back at her career, and described how making a dream a reality became her legacy.
Largest U.S. Lutheran denomination installs its first Black presiding bishop
Rev. Yehiel Curry, 53, is only the fifth presiding bishop of the ELCA, a predominantly white denomination.
Japan's ruling party elects Sanae Takaichi as new leader, likely first female PM
An admirer of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Sanae Takaichi is a protege of the ultra-conservative vision of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
New archbishop of Canterbury will be first woman to lead Church of England
The Rev. Sarah Mullally was appointed as the 106th archbishop of Canterbury and will soon be the spiritual leader of over 85 million people who practice the Anglican faith globally.
Taylor Swift releases "The Life of a Showgirl" to much fanfare
Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," was released at midnight Friday. Swift wrote and produced the album with Swedish producers Max Martin and Shellback.
NewsNation anchor on living with autism
In the new book "Born Lucky," NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert writes about his experience on the autism spectrum while not knowing about his diagnosis until college. Vittert joins "The Takeout" to discuss his experiences.
LDS churchgoer raises money for accused Michigan shooter's family
Among the fundraisers that have cropped up in the wake of the deadly mass shooting at a Michigan church last weekend, one aims to raise money not for the victims but, instead, for family members of the accused shooter. And it appears to have the backing of many LDS members.
CBS Miami's Lisa Petrillo shares breast cancer journey during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Lisa recently received her first post-treatment mammogram and all is well. She will remain on medication for the next five years but says she is otherwise feeling great.
Mariah the Scientist on new album
Mariah the Scientist joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after her new album, "Hearts Sold Separately," debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's R&B chart. The singer-songwriter, whose hit "Burning Blue" is Rihanna's go-to karaoke song, is set to launch a sold-out world tour in January with stops at iconic venues including Radio City Music Hall and the Ryman Auditorium.
Sarah Jessica Parker on latest SJP Lit pick
Actor and publisher Sarah Jessica Parker joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her latest SJP Lit pick, "I Am You," by author Victoria Redel. The novel, set in 1600s Amsterdam, follows two female artists as they pursue their craft and navigate a secret romance. Parker and Redel discuss the story and how SJP Lit champions novels with a big heart.