Many sites associated with past popes have become museums or holy destinations for the faithful. But Pope Leo XIV’s childhood ...

The election of Chicago-area native Pope Leo XIV brought feelings of elation and surprise to the region, particularly for the new owner of a home in suburban Dolton.

Those who knew Pope Leo XIV as a younger man say his path to the papacy has prepared him well for the challenges ahead.

Many sites associated with past popes’ lives have become museums or holy destinations for the faithful. But Pope Leo XIV’s ...

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV is from southeast suburban Dolton. Throughout Thursday, people from all over Chicago slowly drove ...

Pope Leo was spotted at the 2005 World Series, a rare moment of triumph for the pride of Chicago’s South Side.

Cardinal says Leo will be ‘darn good Pope’ as White House downplays Trump tensions - Celebrations for Pope Leo XIV have swept ...

Dan went to grade school with the pope at Saint Mary of the Assumption Church in Riverdale, Illinois. Dan says his younger brother served on the altar with the pope.

“The former St. Mary of the Assumption building is unique for its connection to the youth of the first American pope, but it ...

Pope Leo XIV grew up in Dolton, Illinois. Dozens of Catholics from around the country have descended on the small town to see the first American Pope's childhood home.

We were waiting with bated breath to see what would happen,” the Very Rev. Anthony Benedetto Pizzo said, speaking from Southern Italy, about his old friend being ...

Pope Leo’s childhood home in Dolton has become a popular gathering spot. Officials are considering turning the home into a historic landmark. DOLTON, Ill. - While Pope Leo was born in Chicago, he grew ...