Religion & Faith

After more than a year of disputes, the Fairview Town Council approved construction of the Fairview Texas Temple, a project by the LDS Church. The decision follows a series of revisions to the temple's design and name that aimed to address community concerns and zoning regulations.

In addition to tending to minor cuts and scratches, she and other nurses in the church are often a resource for general education on diseases. Congregants in Campbell’s church have her on speed dial, she said, for support or referrals for other kinds of professional help.

Ronnie Goines was arrested last year on sexual assault and indecent charges. His indecent charge was dismissed last week after the sexual charge was dropped in March, according to court records.

Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced Pope Francis' death Monday morning. He will lead the Catholic Church until a new pope is elected.

The pope was a strong advocate for the poor and the environment and a towering figure on the world stage, addressing not just Catholics but the men and women of our time.

It comes after state officials launched five investigations into the East Plano Islamic Center's project in recent weeks.

Jewish, Muslim and Christian faith leaders held a press conference Tuesday to express concern over state officials' recent investigations into the East Plano Islamic Center and its proposed community development.

There are five open investigations into East Plano Islamic Center and its proposed project EPIC City. An attorney for the group says Gov. Greg Abbott has spread hate speech and misinformation online.

The East Plano Islamic Center has faced scrutiny and multiple investigations from state officials in recent weeks over a proposed development meant to accommodate Muslim residents.

Collin County commissioners listened to hours of public comments on the proposed EPIC City Muslim housing community development.

This is the 5th investigation underway at East Plano Islamic Center.

Gov. Greg Abbott said Thursday the Plano mosque's could potentially be committing fraud to its investors.