Philadelphia abortionist convicted of murder, manslaughter
A Philadelphia jury on Monday found Dr. Kermit Gosnell guilty of murder in the deaths of three babies born alive during abortions and acquitted him of a fourth similar charge.
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Harrisburg Bishop McFadden dies attending bishops' meeting in Pa.
Bishop Joseph McFadden awoke at the rectory where he was staying and felt ill. He was taken to a hospital, where he died.
Star witness' story in Philadelphia sex abuse trials doesn't add up
Analysis: One man's word put four men in prison. But stories conflict, and there's no real evidence to support his claims.
Judge dismisses some charges against abortionist Gosnell
A Philadelphia judge dismissed three of eight murder charges Tuesday in the trial of Dr. Kermit Gosnell, a Philadelphia abortionist accused of killing babies said to be born alive at his clinic.
Grand jury report likens Gosnell's clinic to a 'baby charnel house'
Several patients and former employees testified about the squalid conditions they saw at Dr. Kermit Gosnell's abortion clinic. Prosecutors seek the death penalty.
Pennsylvania to join federal exchange; impact on abortion issue unclear
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett announced Dec. 12 that the state would not set up its own health insurance exchange and instead join the federal exchange, which will cover elective abortions.
Just how the decision will impact such issues as abortion was not totally clear.
At the Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation, legislative director Maria Vitale Gallagher said she thinks states can opt out of abortion coverage in the federal exchange.
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May 10-23, 2013
- Illinois parish's ESL program welcomes all
- A different Mary assumes the stage
- A question few seem to consider when the US wages war afar
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