Small Church Challenges Zoning Changes

Yesterday a small church in Laurel, Maryland filed a federal lawsuit challenging a zoning code change that prevents it from using property it purchased for a non-profit coffee shop and house of worship.  The complaint (full text) in Redemption Community Church v. City of Laurel, Maryland, (D MD,...

Notre Dame Announces Another Change In Contraceptive Coverage

Notre Dame University on Wednesday announced another change in its policy regarding coverage for contraceptives by its employee health care plan.  Initially Notre Dame sued challenging the Obama administration's rule which required coverage, but allowed the coverage to be provided by the insurance...