The family of Pope Leo XIV is thrilled by him now being named to lead the Catholic Church.

Bishop Steven J. Raica, head of the Catholic Diocese of Birmingham, reacted to the election of the first U.S.-born pope, ...

The new pontiff is former Cardinal Robert Prevost, 69, a Chicago-born Augustinian friar who previously headed the influential ...

The newly elected Bishop of Rome now assumes the role of universal pastor of the Catholic Church. 7News' Scott Thuman shares ...

Sandra Yocum, University of Dayton Professor of Faith and Culture gives insight on why Pope Leo XIV marks a 'new beginning' with American and global outlook.

Pope Leo XIV’s focus on refugees and his pluralistic background may offer a different view of U.S. values than the ...

Here are some fun facts about Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, who was elected the first pope from the U.S.

Preaching in the Sistine Chapel on May 9 to the cardinals who elected him, the first pope born in the United States opened ...

Last month, the monarch and Queen Camilla met with the late Pope Francis while visiting Rome. On Friday, the royal couple ...

In a stunning decision, the Catholic College of Cardinals elected Pope Leo XIV, the first pope born in the U.S., leading to celebrations worldwide.

Shortly after Chicago native Robert Prevost was elected pope of the Catholic Church, people speculated whether he is a Cubs or White Sox fan.

The man who is now known as Leo XIV becomes the 267th Bishop of Rome and the successor to Francis, one of the most liberal ...