Religion and Faith

Rivers of Oil, Episode 3: The spark that ignited fires
Pipelines have become a potent issue for Native American and indigenous people, who are fighting them across North America. Part of the fight is over culture and identity. But it also involves a messy history of land and treaties, and a long, complicated -- and often adversarial -- relationship with the U.S. government.
Archdiocese needs $40M for sex abuse settlement. Here's where it's looking
Twin Cities archdiocese leaders are crafting a plan expected to lean on budget cuts, money from three schools and the generosity of parish Catholics to pay the uninsured settlement balance. Layoffs are also possible.