Chicago mayor to meet Pope Leo XIV during Vatican visit

Another Illinois leader is heading to the Vatican. Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to meet Chicago-native Pope Leo XIV later this month.

How a Chicago bank teller once hung up on Pope Leo, who reportedly called from the Vatican to fix a number

A Chicago bank teller once hung up on Pope Leo, the first American pope, after he called from the Vatican to update his phone number on his account, one of his good friends recounted to a parish in late April.

Reflecting on Pope Leo XIV's first year leading the Catholic Church
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Loyola University expert Michael Murphy discusses Pope Leo XIV’s first year as pontiff, his growing influence on global diplomacy and what may define the next chapter of his papacy.

Marco Rubio arrives in Vatican City for sit-down with Pope Leo

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio made a visit Thursday to the Vatican, meeting with Pope Leo XIV, after a strained relationship between the Vatican and the Trump administration has developed over the Iran war. 

Chicago faith leaders defend Pope Leo amid clash with Trump

A number of local faith leaders are jumping into the ongoing clash between Pope Leo XIV and the Trump administration.

Pope Leo on Trump: 'Not in my interest' to debate him

Pope Leo addressed the back-and-forth comments involving President Trump this weekend, saying it was “not in my interest” to debate Trump, and that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace.

Bomb threat reported at home of Pope Leo's brother in Chicago suburb
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Police in suburban Chicago are investigating an unfounded bomb threat directed at the home of Pope Leo's brother. It comes following a recent public exchange between the pope and President Trump.

Bomb threat reported at home of Pope Leo's brother in Chicago suburb, police investigating

Police in suburban Chicago are investigating an unfounded bomb threat directed at the home of Pope Leo's brother. It comes following a recent public exchange between the pope and President Trump.

Trump, Pope Leo XIV clash draws reaction from religious leaders | ChicagoNOW
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Tensions escalate between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV after the president criticized the Chicago-born pope’s stance on global conflict and shared a controversial AI image of himself as a religious figure. 

Trump vs. Pope Leo, teen trends and millionaire tax | The Chicago Report
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President Trump is sparring with Pope Leo over the Iran War, one Chicago alderman spoke with Meta about teen trends and more, coming up on "The Chicago Report." 

Trump and Pope Leo clash as Chicago's Cardinal Cupich weighs in on Iran
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Paris Schutz breaks down the back-and-forth between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV—and why Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich is taking a stand against the war in Iran.

Chicago White Sox expand plans for giveaway of Pope Leo-themed hats

The Chicago White Sox are expanding their tribute to Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native and longtime fan of the baseball team.

Chicago Ford Plant builds custom car for Pope Leo XIV | ChicagoLIVE
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A customized Ford Explorer Platinum assembled at the Chicago Assembly Plant was delivered to Pope Leo XIV during a private meeting at the Vatican. 

Pope Leo calls for peace in Christmas Day address
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In his first Christmas Day address, Pope Leo XIV issued an appeal to world.  Trey Yingst shows you why the message was about compassion as parts of Europe and the Middle East are at war.

The Chicago Report: Top 10 political stories of the year (part 2)
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In part two of this special edition of "The Chicago Report," we continue the countdown of the top political stories of the year, covering stories five through one. This episode examines last-minute efforts in the Illinois General Assembly to avoid a transit fiscal cliff, Governor J.B. Pritzker’s tense trip to Washington, and the public split between Chicago Public Schools and CEO Pedro Martinez amid ongoing financial challenges. The countdown also includes the election of Pope Leo, who hails from Chicago’s south suburbs, and the presence of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago, one of the most closely watched political developments of the year.

Pope Leo disappointed in Illinois' new 'right to die' law
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Pope Leo XIV said Tuesday he was "very disappointed" that his home state of Illinois had approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide, and he called for greater respect of life.

Pope Leo disappointed over Illinois' passage of 'right to die' law

Pope Leo XIV said he was “very disappointed" that Illinois, his home state, approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide.