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How a Chicago native became pope: See Robert Francis Prevost's path to making history
Taking the name Leo XIV, the American was elected to be the 267th pontiff and spiritual leader of the world's 1.4 billion ...
Prevost brothers celebrate in US their younger sibling’s ascension to pope
Both brothers were thrilled for their youngest sibling. They believe he will be a wonderful pope and are cheering for his ...
Is Pope Leo XIV a Cubs fan? Robert Prevost's brother denies team's claim, says he roots for White Sox
On Thursday afternoon -- running with a claim by an ABC News reporter -- the Chicago Cubs boasted that Pope Leo XIV was a fan ...
Hyde Park theological school celebrates alumnus Robert Prevost being elected next pope: 'He exudes holiness'
Robert Francis Prevost attended the Catholic Theological Union from 1977 until 1982, when he graduated with a master's of ...
Pope Leo appeals for no more war in first Sunday address
Pope Leo XIV appealed for "no more war" in a message to world powers during his first Sunday address at the Vatican.
WATCH: Pope Leo XIV spotted in footage of Game 1 of 2005 World Series in Chicago
Prevost, 69, is a Chicago native. He chose Leo XIV as his papal name. After some initial confusion, Prevost was confirmed to ...
Pope Leo Tells Cardinals They Must Continue 'Precious Legacy' of Pope Francis
Pope Leo XIV signaled on Saturday he would continue with the vision and reforms of Pope Francis, telling the world's Catholic ...