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VIA CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM A federal judge sentenced Charlotte pastors Anthony and Harriet Jinwright to prison late Thursday, after the couple who led Greater Salem church pleaded for leniency in their punishment for tax evasion. Anthony Jinwright got eight years and nine months in prison, while Harriet Jinwright received six years and eight months. The couple must […]

VIA AOL NEWS Tension between the flying public and airport security may be at an all time high, but travelers with some extra cash are now allowed to cut in line at one of the busiest airports in the nation. Denver International Airport has just approved a security pass that allows fliers to skip to […]

Just one week after undergoing surgery for a mystery illness, the Huffingtonpost is reporting that the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin has incurable pancreatic cancer. Last month, the 68-year-old singer announced she was canceling all concert dates and personal appearances through May on the orders of her doctors. Franklin, one of the most honored singers […]

Nearly two years since toddler Kent Schaible died of bacterial pneumonia, his parents face trial today on involuntary manslaughter and other charges stemming from their alleged willingness to rely on prayer rather than seek medical attention. The jury for Herbert and Catherine Schaible’s case was selected quickly yesterday, with a priest among potential jurors dismissed. […]

Having just celebrated its 10th anniversary as the number one gospel show on television, BET’s “Celebration of Gospel” moves into the new decade with a two-hour special premiering on Sunday, Jan. 30 at 8:00 p.m. “Keeping the Faith” is this year’s show theme, setting the stage for a world premiere of new music from gospel […]

VIA MAIL ONLINE American football player Ronnie Hastie got down on one knee and thanked God as way of celebration for scoring in a game on Monday, but was penalised by the referee for his actions Tumwater beat East Valley 63-27 on Monday night at the Tacoma Dome during the 2A state semifinal game, but […]

The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin is set to undergo a medical procedure today that sparked a prayer vigil in her hometown Detroit. Franklin was not at the vigil. but she released the following statement: “Thanks to the Detroit City Council for their prayer vigil. And, many thanks to the City for their support. All […]