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Pope’s Childhood in a Changing Chicago Tells a Story of Catholic America
Chicago’s South Side was solidly working class during Pope Leo’s childhood, said Rob Paral, a researcher at the Great Cities ...
White Sox win one: Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV revealed to be fan of the South Siders
It was initially reported that the new pope was a Cubs fan, but his brother corrected the record in an interview with WGN-TV.
Here's what Pope Leo XIV has posted about politics — and the Trump administration — on social media
Hints as to what postures Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, might take on some of the most controversial issues ...
Leo XIV’s brother recalls feeling of ‘disbelief’ over his sibling becoming pope
When white smoke poured out of the Sistine Chapel revealing that a new pope had been chosen, John Prevost turned on his ...
'Enthusiasm and joy' in new Pope's hometown of Chicago
Catholics are surprised and delighted in Chicago, where the church's influence persists despite declining numbers.
‘Got it wrong': Brother sets record straight on Pope Leo's baseball fandom
Rumors over whether the new pope, who is from Chicago, is a Cubs or a White Sox fan have been swirling since he was elected ...