• U.S. Toll in Iraq Lower than Past Wars

  Americans may question this war for many reasons, but their doubts often find voice in the count of U.S. war deaths.

• Sex, Drug Allegations Could Hurt Haggard's Writing

  Former megachurch leader Ted Haggard's book-writing career could be on the line after losing his pulpit and reputation last year amid accusations that he patronized a male prostitute and bought drugs

• Passion Conference Draws 22,000 College Students to Atlanta

  College students are known more for keg parties than prayer and worship, but the latter is exactly why Chris Nehmer drove 12 hours on New Year's Eve.

• Mass. lawmakers Advance Gay Marriage Ban

  Lawmakers in Massachusetts, the only state where gay marriage is legal, voted Tuesday to allow a proposed constitutional amendment to move forward that would effectively ban the practice.

• Lawyer Says Pastor Accused of Stealing is Sorry

  A pastor charged with stealing nearly $14,000 from the Fisher Chamber of Commerce is repentant and plans to repay it all, his attorney said.