Some notable items in the L.A. abuse scandal story:

• Reuters reports that Latinos in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles (half the city) continue to support Cardinal Mahony. Shocker.

• The civil suits may have been settled, but there remains the possibility of criminal prosecution.

• An L.A. Daily News blog snagged an interview with Mahony.

• Plaintiffs' attorneys will depose a Mexican cardinal next month in a civil case involving Mahony.

• And the Vatican spokesman risks making public statements about the L.A. settlement, fumbles the ball, and inspires the following headline: "Sexual Abuse Not Just a Catholic Problem: Vatican."