Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Illinois has announced that it is moving over 2,000 miles away to British Columbia, Canada — a major story about a well-known Christian mainstay. 

The Christian Post's Michael Gryboski explains the school's plans to merge with Canada's largest Christian university, the potential reasons for the shocking move — and more.

"The Illinois-based Trinity Evangelical Divinity School is in the process of leaving the Chicago-area Trinity International University and will affiliate with the largest Christian university in Canada, Trinity Western University in British Columbia," he recently wrote.

Listen to Gryboski break it all down.

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• Trinity Evangelical Divinity School to merge with largest Christian university in Canada: https://www.christianpost.com/news/trinity-evangelical-divinity-school-merges-with-canadian-university.html
• ‘A sinking ship’: Trinity Evangelical Divinity School alumni react as it leaves Chicagoland for Canada: https://www.christianpost.com/news/trinity-evangelical-divinity-school-alumni-react-to-canada-move.html

A complex debate surrounding a proposed Muslim community in Texas continues to grow, with The Christian Post's Ian Giatti joining Billy Hallowell for "The Inside Story" to break down all of the details.

"The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into a proposed Muslim community development in North Texas, citing concerns over potential violations of federal law," he recently wrote. "The investigation targets EPIC City, a 402-acre project backed by the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) in Josephine, Texas, about 40 miles northeast of Dallas."

Giatti continued, "The planned development — which includes over 1,000 homes, a mosque, a K-12 faith-based school, clinics, retail shops, a community college and sports facilities — has sparked controversy among Texas Republican leaders." Read more here and listen for details.

Here are more stories on this important topic:

• DOJ launches investigation into Texas mosque over proposed Muslim community: https://www.christianpost.com/news/doj-launches-investigation-into-proposed-muslim-community.html
• Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders criminal investigation into mosque behind proposed Islamic community: https://www.christianpost.com/news/texas-gov-greg-abbott-orders-criminal-investigation-into-mosque.html
• Mosque behind proposed Muslim community in rural Texas ordered to stop illegally operating funeral home: https://www.christianpost.com/news/texas-mosque-ordered-to-halt-alleged-illegal-funeral-services.html

What can you expect from the papal conclave? Christian Post reporter Ryan Foley breaks down what to expect after the death of Pope Francis as the Catholic Church prepares to select its next leader.

Late Christian evangelist David Wilkerson's legacy lives on, as Teen Challenge continues to transform lives and help people break addictions.

The Christian Post's Leonardo Blair joins Billy Hallowell to explain how Wilkerson ended up having an encounter that "would ultimately lead him, with the help of his younger brother, Don Wilkerson, to start a street ministry in 1958 targeting young drug addicts and gang members in New York City, which became Teen Challenge."

Listen to the powerful story.

The removal of a Jesus painting from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy has sparked debate, chaos, demands for its return — and furor among some. 

The Christian Post's Jon Brown joins Billy Hallowell to share the back story, why the painting was taken down and where things currently stand. He also shares what midshipmen told him about the meaning of the painting to them and why some would like to see it put back on display.

A stunning new study showing British Christians were less likely to have a high opinion of Jews or express support for Israel compared to their American peers is making headlines. But what's driving these findings — and why do they matter?

Christian Post reporter Samantha Kamman breaks it all down with Billy Hallowell on today's episode of "The Inside Story." Read more about the findings and data here.

Should Christians and churches fear artificial intelligence? How are believers responding?

The Christian Post's Leonardo Blair joins Billy Hallowell to break down the issue and to explain how Gloo, a leading technology platform connecting the faith ecosystem, is helping usher in understanding.

"With a plan to shape technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence, toward positive endeavors, Gloo ... announced Monday that Pat Gelsinger, the former CEO of multinational technology company Intel, has expanded his role at the firm from investor and chairman to executive chairman and head of technology," Blair writes.

Read more here.

A recent debate within the Presbyterian Church in America over racial affinity groups has gained national attention in recent weeks after criticism was raised online about a "Black Fellowship Dinner" that was only open to black members. The Christian Post's Jon Brown breaks down the story and why it matters.

Read more:

• PCA church in California stirs debate for racially segregated dinner: 'A dividing wall'
• Presbyterian Church in America affirms ethnic 'affinity groups' amid racial tensions

President Donald Trump's address before a joint session of Congress continues to make waves. The record-breaking speech continues to reverberate throughout media, with the commander-in-chief spending his time furthering his agenda and doubling down on key issues. 

The Christian Post's Ryan Foley joins Billy Hallowell on "The Inside Story" to break down these issues, the Democratic reponse — and more. 

Wheaton College, a private Evangelical college in Wheaton, Illinois, is facing intense critique over the removal of a social media post that "congratulated alumnus Russell Vought for his appointment in the Trump administration."

The drama surrounding the incident has some critics accusing the Christian school of "caving to the mob," among other sentiments. 

Christian Post reporter Jon Brown breaks down the details on today's "Inside Story."