Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich participated in the conclave that elected Robert Prevost to lead the Catholic Church as pope.

“DA POPE!” blared the front of the Chicago Sun-Times on Friday, one of countless spins on the city’s unique accent, ...

A new chapter begins for the Catholic Church, as Pope Leo XIV — the first American pontiff — delivers his first mass inside ...

Contrary to early reports, the new pontiff isn't a Cubs fan — and the Sox faithful couldn't be prouder. "It's a dream," Helen ...

Chicagoland native and Augustine priest Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected to the office of the papacy on Wednesday, choosing the name Pope Leo XIV. Father Brian Florin, pastor at St. John The ...

CHICAGO -- Robert Francis Prevost, the Chicago-born man who became Pope Leo XIV on Thursday, has Black family roots in New ...

Cardinal Robert Prevost, a Chicago native, has become the first American pope. Known for his active presence on X, he ...

Associate Pastor Father Daniel Sessions said the new pope's background has resonated deeply with his congregation.

The sports loyalties of Pope Leo XIV became a topic of conversation almost as soon as the white smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel.

As Catholics around the world celebrate the new pope, Tulsans are coming together to pray. Holy Family Cathedral held a Mass ...

His relationship with Pope Leo XIV goes way back to their days at Saint Augustine High School in Michigan and Villanova ...

Data from the Pew Research Center shows 20% of Americans identify as Catholic. One priest says that number could rise.