Pastor’s new anthem fires up Bears fans ahead of playoff showdown
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Pastor Bruce Kirk explains how he created a new Bears anthem, blending fandom, creativity, and AI just in time for Sunday’s playoff game against the Rams.

Pope Leo XIV calls for 'peace and consolation' in first Christmas Mass

Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.

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.

Faith leaders rally outside Chicago ICE office seeking access to Broadview detainees
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Catholic priests and other faith leaders gathered outside the ICE field office on Ida B. Wells Drive to call for access to the Broadview detention facility, saying repeated requests to provide religious services have gone unanswered.

Pope Leo names Joliet Bishop Ronald Hicks as new archbishop of New York
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Bishop Ronald Hicks, the current bishop of Joliet, Illinois, replaces the retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan, a prominent conservative figure in the U.S. Catholic hierarchy.

Pope Leo XIV names fellow Chicagoan as new archbishop of New York

Pope Leo XIV on Thursday made his most important U.S. appointment to date, naming a fellow Chicagoan as the next archbishop of New York to lead one of the biggest U.S. archdioceses.

Pastors demand relief as Cook County property tax deadline hits homeowners hard
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With the second Cook County property tax payment due Monday, pastors and civil rights leaders are calling for a 60-day extension, penalty freeze, and rollback of sharp increases hitting West and South Side homeowners.

Faith outweighs immigration fears as thousands celebrate Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Hundreds of thousands of worshippers are braving the cold tonight to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, one of the largest Catholic gatherings in the nation and a cornerstone of faith for many Latino families.

Faith outweighs immigration fears as thousands celebrate Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
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Hundreds of thousands of worshippers are braving the cold Thursday night to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, one of the largest Catholic gatherings in the nation and a cornerstone of faith for many Latino families.

Preparations underway for Our Lady of Guadalupe feast amid ICE concerns | ChicagoLIVE
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With the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe nearing, concerns about immigration enforcement and public safety have prompted renewed conversation between organizers, local law enforcement, and the community. Director Ezekiel Sanchez shares how the shrine is preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of pilgrims while ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.

Illinois church Nativity shows baby Jesus zip-tied by ICE agents

An Illinois church is facing criticism for displaying a Nativity scene that depicts baby Jesus with his hands zip-tied and guarded by figures styled as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.

Hallow co-founder on why millions are turning to prayer apps this advent: ChicagoLIVE
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Erich Kerekes from Hallow joined ChicagoLIVE to talk about the surge in digital prayer and the app’s new Advent Challenge, already attracting hundreds of thousands of users. He shares how technology is helping people reconnect with daily faith practices—and why AI will never replace real spiritual relationships.