The elevation of Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost to pope earlier this month has been a point of pride for Chicagoland parishes, including in the north suburbs of Morton Grove, Park Ridge,

Peruvians have celebrated the election of a man many knew as a missionary and bishop during his two decades of service in the South American country.

The contrast between President Trump and Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV couldn’t be more stark, politically, personally, or in their world views.

Pope Leo also celebrated Mother’s Day as jubilee bands and thousands of pilgrims created a festive atmosphere in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday.

Pope Leo XIV called for peaceful communication and thanked journalists worldwide for sharing stories illuminating truth, humanity, and hope.

One of Pope Leo's older brothers is opening up in this week's issue of PEOPLE about the pontiff's childhood growing up on the South Side of Chicago as the youngest of three brothers — as well as the new pope's dedication to his faith and unique skills as a leader.

The 73-year-old Florida man appears to be a staunch Trump supporter who uses his Facebook account to go on the attack.