Are banks open on Easter Monday? What to know
Easter Monday, or the day following Easter, is celebrated in some Christian faiths. Here's what to know.
Easter Monday, or the day following Easter, is celebrated in some Christian faiths. Here's what to know.
Reflecting on the life and legacy of Pope Francis
Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died Monday .
Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died Monday .
Death of Pope Francis: What to know about his funeral and burial
The death of Pope Francis now sets off a series of carefully orchestrated rites and rituals. Here's what to know.
The death of Pope Francis now sets off a series of carefully orchestrated rites and rituals. Here's what to know.
Illinois leaders react to death of Pope Francis
Illinois and Chicago leaders are offering condolences following the death of Pope Francis, remembering him as a global figure of faith, compassion and justice.
Illinois and Chicago leaders are offering condolences following the death of Pope Francis, remembering him as a global figure of faith, compassion and justice.
Pope Francis dies at 88
Pope Francis, the 266th Bishop of Rome and Sovereign of the Vatican City, died on Easter Monday. He was 88.
Pope Francis, the 266th Bishop of Rome and Sovereign of the Vatican City, died on Easter Monday. He was 88.
How many popes have there been?
Pope Francis is one among hundreds of popes that have served the Catholic Church, and his death brings about the centuries-old process of choosing the next one.
Pope Francis is one among hundreds of popes that have served the Catholic Church, and his death brings about the centuries-old process of choosing the next one.
How is a new pope chosen? All about the conclave
The death of Pope Francis brings about a centuries-old conclave tradition to elect the next pope. Here’s what to know.
The death of Pope Francis brings about a centuries-old conclave tradition to elect the next pope. Here’s what to know.
Pope Francis appears at Easter Sunday service
Pope Francis made a surprise appearance on Sunday, greeting thousands of people celebrating the Easter holiday.
Pope Francis made a surprise appearance on Sunday, greeting thousands of people celebrating the Easter holiday.
Chicago parish walks Way of the Cross on Good Friday despite ICE fears
St. Jerome Parish in Chicago continues its tradition of reenacting the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, drawing parishioners into a powerful, immersive reflection on Jesus' final hours.
St. Jerome Parish in Chicago continues its tradition of reenacting the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, drawing parishioners into a powerful, immersive reflection on Jesus' final hours.
Chicago parish performs Stations of the Cross on Good Friday despite ICE fears
St. Jerome Parish in Chicago continues its tradition of reenacting the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, drawing parishioners into a powerful, immersive reflection on Jesus' final hours.
St. Jerome Parish in Chicago continues its tradition of reenacting the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, drawing parishioners into a powerful, immersive reflection on Jesus' final hours.
Christian Run Club hits the pavement with a purpose
Amateur athletes are hitting the ground running with a very special mission in mind.
Amateur athletes are hitting the ground running with a very special mission in mind.
Here's what's open and closed on Good Friday 2025
While it’s not a U.S. federal holiday, Good Friday is recognized as a state holiday in several states – meaning there are some government offices, local businesses and other closures in some places.
While it’s not a U.S. federal holiday, Good Friday is recognized as a state holiday in several states – meaning there are some government offices, local businesses and other closures in some places.
Chicago priest cleared of sexual abuse allegations, archdiocese says
A Chicago priest was cleared of a child sexual abuse allegation and reinstated to ministry following an investigation, the Archdiocese of Chicago said.
A Chicago priest was cleared of a child sexual abuse allegation and reinstated to ministry following an investigation, the Archdiocese of Chicago said.
Chicago Archdiocese alleges false sex abuse claim scheme
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
Cook County lawsuit claims 30 men scammed Catholic church over sexual abuse settlements
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
Church alleges gang members falsified sexual abuse claims for millions
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
The Archdiocese of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming that at least 30 men fraudulently posed as victims of former priest Daniel McCormack to secure settlements.
New Illinois law mandates halal, kosher meals be available at state schools, hospitals
Illinois will become the first state to require state-run schools and other facilities to offer halal and kosher meals.
Illinois will become the first state to require state-run schools and other facilities to offer halal and kosher meals.
New Illinois law mandates availability of halal, kosher meals in state-run facilities
Illinois became the first state to mandate the availability of halal and kosher meal options in state-run schools, hospitals and other facilities.
Illinois became the first state to mandate the availability of halal and kosher meal options in state-run schools, hospitals and other facilities.
Pope Francis to be released from hospital
Pope Francis is expected to be released from the hospital tomorrow. After battling a life-threatening case of pneumonia in both lungs.
Pope Francis is expected to be released from the hospital tomorrow. After battling a life-threatening case of pneumonia in both lungs.
Pope Francis will be leaving hospital soon after 38-day stay
After 38 days in the hospital, some of those spent in critical condition, Pope Francis is returning to the Vatican.
After 38 days in the hospital, some of those spent in critical condition, Pope Francis is returning to the Vatican.