The much beloved bishop was recalled by many both in California and across the country as a churchman who lived by a simple code: "We are here to serve, and to do it with a touch of class."

In less than a year, at least six children are believed to have died while in the custody of immigration officials along the border.

David Gibson: This week’s reform package was easy compared with what comes next.

While the new protocols are designed to include laypeople at every stage of an investigation, lay reform groups and victim advocates say they are unsatisfied, as the new rules stop just short of requiring such involvement.

This week’s social media engagement was an experiment, but Connie Poulos said she feels like it has been a success.

Retired Bishop Joseph H. Hart of Cheyenne will face a Vatican trial for allegations that he sexually abused several minors years ago.