California makes Diwali an official statewide holiday

California has designated Diwali as an official statewide holiday, becoming the third U.S. state to do so.

Security tightened at local synagogues for Yom Kippur

An assailant attacked people outside a synagogue in northern England, killing two and seriously wounding three others.

Safety on everyone's minds during Yom Kippur
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As Jewish Angelenos observe Yom Kippur, safety is in the front of everyone's minds in the wake of recent events.

At least 4 dead in Michigan church shooting
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State and local officials addressed the tragic shooting and fire that took place at a Mormon church.

Patrols increased around religious institutions
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Police patrols have been increased around Los Angeles' religious institutions in response to the church shooting in Michigan.

Patrols increased around LA religious institutions amid Michigan church shooting

Authorities in Los Angeles are increasing patrols at places of worship. This comes in the wake of the deadly church shooting in Grand Blanc, Michigan.

Pastor reacts to Charlie Kirk news
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A man Charlie Kirk considered his pastor, Rob McCoy, spoke to FOX 11 about Kirk's death, saying Kirk had no fear of death and was not afraid of the threats he received.

Cory Henry returns to the Miracle Theater
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Cory Henry returns to the Miracle Theater on Sunday, Aug.24 in Inglewood. It's part of a monthly church experience that promises more than just a show.

Dr. James Dobson, Focus on the Family founder, dead at 89

Dr. James Dobson, founder of the Focus on the Family Christian ministry and former advisor to five U.S. presidents, has died at 89.

UCLA reaches $6 million settlement with Jewish students

The U.S. Department of Justice separately determined that UCLA violated the civil rights of Jewish and Israeli students by failing to address "severe, pervasive and objectively offensive harassment."

LA Archdiocese help families affected by ICE raids
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The Archdiocese of Los Angeles announced plans to help the families of immigrants who've been affected by recent ICE raids across Southern California.

Influential evangelical preacher John MacArthur dies at 86

Rev. John MacArthur led Grace Community Church in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Sun Valley for more than five decades.

'Blessing buckets' filled with Bibles, hope arrive for Texas flood survivors

The nonprofit Convoy of Hope is helping Texas flood victims by giving them "blessing buckets," which include a Bible, water, food and personal hygiene items.

Church tells community stay home after ICE raids
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The Diocese of San Bernardino is letting parishioners miss weekly Mass because of concerns over ICE raids near churches.

California bishop lifts Sunday mass obligation amid rise in ICE raids

This decree allows those genuinely fearing immigration actions to fulfill their spiritual duties through alternative means like personal prayer or online masses.

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies at 90

Family members of the Rev. Jimmy Swaggart say the famed 1980s televangelist has passed away at the age of 90.