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, ...

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 ...

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

Jalen Brunson and Pope Leo XIV are both Chicago kids who attended Villanova, so it only makes sense that the new Pope watches ...

The baseball world has been buzzing this week upon the revelation that Robert Prevost (now officially known as Pope Leo XIV) ...

During the rest of the interview, Prevost and I spoke about the new pope and the brothers' family. We talked about their childhood in Chicago and the pope's favorite food, which i ...

In Chicago, excitement surrounds the election of Pope Leo XIV, with celebrations and local tributes — including a new sandwich. The National speaks with his longtime friend, who reflects on their ...

John Prevost – the brother of Robert Prevost, who was elected pope on Thursday – said in an interview with WGN that Robert is a fan of the Chicago White Sox.

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

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Pope Leo XIV is just beginning his first full day as pontiff. He led Mass at the Sistine Chapel and speaking before the cardinals who appointed him. The pope makes history as the ...

Pope Leo XIV, now the successor of St. Peter, leads the 1.4 billion-strong Catholic Church in a sacred role that few others ...