RELIGION January 15 Nicaragua releases Bishop Rolando Álvarez and 18 clergy members from prison after negotiations with Vatican Nicaragua's government released 19 clergy members who were incarcerated last year under the current regime's escalated crackdown on religious leaders, including Bishop Rolando Álvarez of Matagalpa.
RELIGION January 7 US officials demand Nicaragua release 'unjustly' incarcerated Catholic bishop The Biden Administration again criticized the Nicaraguan government on Tuesday for "unjustly" incarcerating Roman Catholic bishop Rolando Álvarez.
Israel January 3 Hezbollah leader threatens Israel, says there is no fear of war following death of top Hamas official The head of Hezbollah threatened Israel, saying the Lebanese terrorist group is not afraid of war following a drone strike that killed a senior Hamas leader in Beirut.
California January 2 WWII-era unexploded bomb washed ashore on Santa Cruz beach by powerful storms The Santa Cruz County Sherriff's office said authorities recovered an unexploded bomb from the beach in Parajo Dunes on New Year's Eve.
Year in Review January 2 5 social media celebrities who made waves into the mainstream in 2023 A comedian battling cancel culture, a transgender influencer, and a red-bearded musician were among some TikTok celebrities who crossed into the mainstream this year.
Ohio December 30 Ohio prosecutor warns robbers should 'expect to be shot' after store manager charged in killing An Ohio county prosecutor warned thieves they should "expect to be shot" when targeting retail stores after a smoke shop manager was indicted for shooting at burglars at his store.
FBI December 29 5 FBI controversies of 2023 that shook faith in agency The FBI faced widespread criticism in 2023 after some U.S. citizens and former federal agents say they lost trust in the agency over abuse of their civil liberties.
First Amendment December 29 The rise of The Satanic Temple in 2023 The Satanic Temple scored legal victories in public education while a Christian veteran severed the head a Baphomet statue inside the Iowa state Capitol building.
New York December 29 Hochul vetoes Democrat-backed bill changing state campaign financing program New York Democrat Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed an election bill on Wednesday that would have significantly changed the state's newly established system.
Mexican Cartel Violence December 22 5 appalling crimes around the world in 2023 Child serial killers, dead bodies recovered from a Christian cult, and a violent takedown of El Chapo's son in Mexico were among some shocking crime stories this year.
