School in New Mexico Removes Religious Mural
November 21, 2017
A New Mexico public school had to paint over a mural with a bible quote, after the parent of a student complained that it violated the separation of church and state.
Separation of Church and State - Universal Life Church
School Prayer During High School Football Games
December 7, 2017
School employees will no longer be able to participate in school prayer at football games and other school-sponsored activities.
Montana Department of Revenue Challenges Tax Program
November 15, 2017
The Montana Department of Revenue is fighting a program whereby public money is used to pay for the education of students in religious schools.
Fourth Circuit Court Decides Issue About Religious Education in Maryland
October 20, 2017
A federal appeals court ruled the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act does not require a public school to offer religious education.
Religious Icons in Public Institutions
October 4, 2017
An Oklahoma university is the site of a recent battle over religious icons in public institutions.
Elementary School Principal Falls Under “Ministerial Exception”
September 1, 2017
A Roman Catholic elementary school principal is unable to pursue a retaliation case against the Archdiocese of New York because of “ministerial exception.”
Supreme Court Scheduled to Hear Bakery Case
August 24, 2017
A bakery owner refused to make a cake for a same-sex couple due to his religious beliefs.
Texas Supreme Court Rules Spousal Benefits Don't Extend to Same-Sex Couples
August 3, 2017
Same-sex couples in Texas are being denied spousal benefits.
Parents Sue San Diego School Over Protections Offered to Muslim Students
July 27, 2017
Muslim students are in the political cross-hairs over an anti-bullying policy.
The Great Debate: Religion and Contraception
June 22, 2017