Leo addressed a packed St. Peter's Square, echoing an urgent plea for peace that was a recurring theme of his predecessor, ...

While heartened by the new pope's commitment to social justice, advocates say it's unclear whether Leo will continue Francis' ...

Chicagoans celebrated the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from the U.S. and a Chicago native, with joy and ...

Pope Leo XIV shared his first message on the official papal social media accounts this week, continuing the digital outreach of his predecessors with a post focused on peace.

On Thursday, May 8, the Vatican announced Cardinal Robert Prevost as the next pope. He is taking the name Pope Leo XIV. But ...

Most Rev. Jeffrey S. Grob will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist ...

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame in Milwaukee released bobbleheads of Pope Leo XIV, the first US-born pope, joining a ...

Leo seems to echo Francis in some ways, but he's also well-connected in the Vatican and brings a global perspective, Ward said. His choice of name might be an indicator he's seeking to transcend the ...

The Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, supports one baseball team in the Windy City.

Around the world there was surprise and even shock as the name of an American was announced as pope for the first time in history.Soon the world started to learn about Pope Leo XIV.

Chicagoans celebrate Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, at Holy Name Cathedral, reflecting on his Midwest roots and ...