Week in Review: Pope Leo XIV, Pritzker's DC invite & Trump's latest moves
Everything you ever wanted to know about Chicago's pope ? Pope Leo XIV. Governor Pritzker gets a D.C. invite to defend Illinois' status as a sanctuary state. Then, from tariffs to meme coins to buying Canada, we?ve got your weekly Trump wrap. Plus, a who's who of new local and state political candidates, a Chicago chef doing battle with Gordon Ramsay, and a boutique that's the ultimate time warp.
Everything you ever wanted to know about Chicago's pope ? Pope Leo XIV. Governor Pritzker gets a D.C. invite to defend Illinois' status as a sanctuary state. Then, from tariffs to meme coins to buying Canada, we?ve got your weekly Trump wrap. Plus, a who's who of new local and state political candidates, a Chicago chef doing battle with Gordon Ramsay, and a boutique that's the ultimate time warp.
Brother of Pope Leo XIV opens up: 'He's more of a man of the people'
The family of Pope Leo XIV is thrilled by him now being named to lead the Catholic Church.
The family of Pope Leo XIV is thrilled by him now being named to lead the Catholic Church.
Could Pope Leo XIV inspire American Catholics? | ChicagoNOW
Pope Leo XIV is the first American-born pontiff in Catholic Church history. Could he inspire a renewed connection between Americans and the church? Father Patrick Gilger, director of the McNamara Center for the Study of Religion at Loyola, joins "ChicagoNOW" to weigh in. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Pope Leo XIV is the first American-born pontiff in Catholic Church history. Could he inspire a renewed connection between Americans and the church? Father Patrick Gilger, director of the McNamara Center for the Study of Religion at Loyola, joins "ChicagoNOW" to weigh in. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
5 best Chicago reactions to Pope Leo XIV | ChicagoNOW
From Popetillo?s to Weiner Circle's sign, Chicagoans have taken to Reddit to share their best reactions to Pope Leo XIV. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
From Popetillo?s to Weiner Circle's sign, Chicagoans have taken to Reddit to share their best reactions to Pope Leo XIV. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Chicagoans react to being the new pope's hometown: 'I couldn't believe it'
Spirits were high in Chicago on Friday, one day after Pope Leo XIV was officially installed as the leader of the Catholic Church.
Spirits were high in Chicago on Friday, one day after Pope Leo XIV was officially installed as the leader of the Catholic Church.
Pope Leo XIV brings hope to Chicago sports fans, and the Knicks for their Villanova ties
“Daaaaaa Pope,” Bears quarterback Caleb Williams posted on X on Thursday night, as the sports loyalties of Pope Leo XIV became a topic of conversation.
“Daaaaaa Pope,” Bears quarterback Caleb Williams posted on X on Thursday night, as the sports loyalties of Pope Leo XIV became a topic of conversation.
Portillo's unveils new sandwich named after Pope Leo XIV
Portillo’s is paying tribute to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope and a Chicago native — with a limited-time sandwich.
Portillo’s is paying tribute to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope and a Chicago native — with a limited-time sandwich.
How will Pope Leo XIV affect the perception of Chicago?
Pope Leo XIV officially held his first Mass as pontiff this morning.
Pope Leo XIV officially held his first Mass as pontiff this morning.
Chicago Pope: Analyzing the potential impact of Pope Leo XIV
It's official, the next pope is an American and he's from Chicago! It was a bit of an unexpected outcome from the Vatican, but an exciting one regardless.
It's official, the next pope is an American and he's from Chicago! It was a bit of an unexpected outcome from the Vatican, but an exciting one regardless.
Energy and emotion at St. Peter's Square was 'palpable,' attendee says
Millions of people around the world are celebrating the new pope and there was no bigger celebration than the one in the Vatican City.
Millions of people around the world are celebrating the new pope and there was no bigger celebration than the one in the Vatican City.
What challenges does Pope Leo XIV face?
Now that Pope Leo XIV has officially been introduced as head of the Catholic Church, he faces a wide slate of responsibilities and challenges.
Now that Pope Leo XIV has officially been introduced as head of the Catholic Church, he faces a wide slate of responsibilities and challenges.
Chicago priest reacts to election of Pope Leo XIV
Father Patrick Gilger talks about the impact Pope Leo XIV will have as head of the Catholic Church both locally and abroad.
Father Patrick Gilger talks about the impact Pope Leo XIV will have as head of the Catholic Church both locally and abroad.
Pope Leo XIV: Holy Name Cathedral hosts special Mass for new pontiff
Catholics gathered in Chicago this morning at a special Mass to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV.
Catholics gathered in Chicago this morning at a special Mass to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV's roots in Roseland: Mother was librarian, he began his teaching career
Pope Leo XIV's mother was a librarian at Mendel Catholic High School in the Roseland neighborhood, where her son also taught at one point. According to the Mendel Alumni Association, Pope Leo also started his teaching career there.
Pope Leo XIV's mother was a librarian at Mendel Catholic High School in the Roseland neighborhood, where her son also taught at one point. According to the Mendel Alumni Association, Pope Leo also started his teaching career there.
Father Patrick Gilger on Pope Leo XIV's impact, what this moment means for Catholic history
Father Patrick Gilger, director of the McNamara Center for the Study of Religion at Loyola, talks more about Pope Leo XIV and what the move signifies for the future? How will this period in Catholic history be written about?
Father Patrick Gilger, director of the McNamara Center for the Study of Religion at Loyola, talks more about Pope Leo XIV and what the move signifies for the future? How will this period in Catholic history be written about?
Americans in Rome celebrate first-ever U.S. pope
With so many American media swarming in Rome, they likely did not imagine this outcome for a new pope.
With so many American media swarming in Rome, they likely did not imagine this outcome for a new pope.
New Pope Leo XIV never forgot his Chicago roots, Loyola professor says
Prevost led the worldwide order known as the Augustinians -- a sect of Catholicism focused on missionary work and service. And despite his history in Peru and Rome, he never left his Chicago roots behind. Michael Canaris, associate professor at Loyola University, joins us.
Prevost led the worldwide order known as the Augustinians -- a sect of Catholicism focused on missionary work and service. And despite his history in Peru and Rome, he never left his Chicago roots behind. Michael Canaris, associate professor at Loyola University, joins us.
St. Rita community cheers as Pope Leo ascends to the Vatican
Excitement was felt at St. Rita of Cascia High School, where Pope Leo once served as a substitute teacher for physics and math.
Excitement was felt at St. Rita of Cascia High School, where Pope Leo once served as a substitute teacher for physics and math.
Pope Leo XIV: Who is Robert Prevost? Everything we know, his backstory
In a historic decision announced Thursday, the Catholic Church elected Cardinal Robert Prevost?born in Chicago?as its next pope.
In a historic decision announced Thursday, the Catholic Church elected Cardinal Robert Prevost?born in Chicago?as its next pope.
Chicagoans welcome 'Da Pope' as native son becomes first American pontiff
Chicagoans are showing hometown pride online after one of their own, Cardinal Robert Prevost, was elected the next pope.
Chicagoans are showing hometown pride online after one of their own, Cardinal Robert Prevost, was elected the next pope.