"The Pope is from Chicago. This is one of the biggest moments in the modern history of our city," said Mayor Brandon Johnson ...

Robert Prevost’s Catholic roots were planted in Chicago’s south side suburbs, where he grew up playing “pretend priest” and ...

St. Bridget Catholic School in Richmond posted a photo on Instagram showing students celebrating the news: "Can you feel the excitement?! We have a Pope!" ...

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago has been elected pope, becoming the first American to lead the Roman Catholic ...

The Catholic Church has elected its first American pope in history: Cardinal Robert Prevost. Newsweek's live blog is closed.