Chicago Archdiocese Clears Retired Priest of Abuse Allegations, Allows Return to Ministry
The Archdiocese of Chicago has cleared retired priest Kenneth Fleck of sexual abuse allegations dating back over 30 years. Cardinal Blase Cupich announced the decision after an independent review found no reasonable cause to believe the claims.
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