Who is Cardinal Robert Prevost? Leo XIV is first American pope
The College of Cardinals elected Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago to become the next leader of the worldwide Catholic Church. He'll take the name Pope Leo XIV.
The College of Cardinals elected Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago to become the next leader of the worldwide Catholic Church. He'll take the name Pope Leo XIV.
New Pope Leo XIV addresses crowd at Vatican: FULL
Cardinal Robert Prevost, who will take the name Pope Leo XIV, speaks to a crowd of the faithful at the Vatican on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Prevost is the first American born pope.
Cardinal Robert Prevost, who will take the name Pope Leo XIV, speaks to a crowd of the faithful at the Vatican on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Prevost is the first American born pope.
Who is Pope Leo XIV? Chicago native Robert Prevost makes history as new pope
In a historic decision announced today, the Catholic Church elected Cardinal Robert Prevost—born in Chicago—as its next pope.
In a historic decision announced today, the Catholic Church elected Cardinal Robert Prevost—born in Chicago—as its next pope.
Watch live: Robert Prevost elected as new pope, will take the name Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected the first American pope in history. Prevost, 69, took the name Leo XIV.
Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected the first American pope in history. Prevost, 69, took the name Leo XIV.
New Pope Elected: White smoke appears from Sistine Chapel
White smoke finally billowed from the Sistine Chapel on Thursday afternoon, signaling to the world that the papal conclave has chosen a new pope to succeed Pope Francis, who died last month. The College of Cardinals is expected to shortly reveal the name of the person who will become the next leader of the worldwide Catholic Church and he'll make his first appearance on the balcony of St. Peter's. The election came one day after the papal conclave began on May 7.
White smoke finally billowed from the Sistine Chapel on Thursday afternoon, signaling to the world that the papal conclave has chosen a new pope to succeed Pope Francis, who died last month. The College of Cardinals is expected to shortly reveal the name of the person who will become the next leader of the worldwide Catholic Church and he'll make his first appearance on the balcony of St. Peter's. The election came one day after the papal conclave began on May 7.
Papal Conclave: Day 1
The first day of the Papal Conclave ended without a consensus on the next pope. Black smoke from the Sistine Chapel indicated Cardinals will have to return to work tomorrow
The first day of the Papal Conclave ended without a consensus on the next pope. Black smoke from the Sistine Chapel indicated Cardinals will have to return to work tomorrow
‘Sistine seagull’ steals spotlight during papal conclave — again
A lone seagull perched near the Sistine Chapel chimney became the unexpected star of the papal conclave livestream — reviving a viral tradition as the world waits for news of the next pope.
A lone seagull perched near the Sistine Chapel chimney became the unexpected star of the papal conclave livestream — reviving a viral tradition as the world waits for news of the next pope.
LIVE l How to watch the Vatican during papal conclave: 24/7 cam
The College of Cardinals began the secretive voting process of choosing a new pope on Wednesday -- and FOX 5 NY will have a 24/7 LIVE look at the Sistine Chapel.
The College of Cardinals began the secretive voting process of choosing a new pope on Wednesday -- and FOX 5 NY will have a 24/7 LIVE look at the Sistine Chapel.
Conclave latest: Black smoke rises from chimney - no pope elected on Day 1
The College of Cardinals has begun the process of selecting a new pope. Here's the latest from the conclave.
The College of Cardinals has begun the process of selecting a new pope. Here's the latest from the conclave.
Texas House committee does not advance bill allowing prayer in schools
Lawmakers left a bill in House committee that would allow school districts to carve out time for prayer and reading of religious texts in school.
Lawmakers left a bill in House committee that would allow school districts to carve out time for prayer and reading of religious texts in school.
How do religions choose their leaders? What to know as Catholics prepare for next pope
From conclaves to reincarnation, religious traditions around the world follow different rules when selecting new spiritual leaders. Here’s how major religions make their choices.
From conclaves to reincarnation, religious traditions around the world follow different rules when selecting new spiritual leaders. Here’s how major religions make their choices.
The pope’s regnal name: What it is and why it matters
When a new pope is elected, one of his first decisions is to choose a regnal name — a symbolic gesture that reveals spiritual inspiration, political intent, and historical legacy.
When a new pope is elected, one of his first decisions is to choose a regnal name — a symbolic gesture that reveals spiritual inspiration, political intent, and historical legacy.
White smoke vs. black smoke: What it means for the pope
Following Pope Francis’ death, the Vatican begins the conclave to elect a new pope, with smoke signals from the Sistine Chapel marking the votes.
Following Pope Francis’ death, the Vatican begins the conclave to elect a new pope, with smoke signals from the Sistine Chapel marking the votes.
Conclave schedule: How the Catholic church picks a new pope
Here's when we could see smoke -- and a new pope -- now that the conclave is getting underway in Vatican City.
Here's when we could see smoke -- and a new pope -- now that the conclave is getting underway in Vatican City.
Papal Conclave begins soon
This week, all eyes are back on the Vatican as the College of Cardinals prepare to meet to elect the next pope. But, some say the process could take time
This week, all eyes are back on the Vatican as the College of Cardinals prepare to meet to elect the next pope. But, some say the process could take time
Trump's AI image of himself as pope draws criticism ahead of conclave
President Donald Trump’s latest social media stunt – an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope – sparked immediate backlash.
President Donald Trump’s latest social media stunt – an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope – sparked immediate backlash.
Date set for conclave to elect next pope, Vatican says: What to know
Catholic cardinals have set a date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor.
Catholic cardinals have set a date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor.
Trump at pope’s funeral: Talks with Zelenskyy before Mass
This was the first face-to-face meeting for the two world leaders after their heated exchange in the Oval Office in February.
This was the first face-to-face meeting for the two world leaders after their heated exchange in the Oval Office in February.
When does conclave start? What to know about choosing the next pope
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
Pope Francis remembered with massive, historic funeral
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.