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Chicago area reacts to new pope — 'Everything dope, including the pope, comes from Chicago!'
"The Pope is from Chicago. This is one of the biggest moments in the modern history of our city," said Mayor Brandon Johnson ...
The new pope is from Chicago. Here are some of his ties to Illinois
Bishop Thomas John Paprocki of the Diocese of Springfield released a statement expressing profound joy and deep gratitude to ...
La Grange officials excited by new pope’s area connections
As Pope Leo XIV settles into his new job in the Vatican, Catholics everywhere continue to celebrate, including in the La ...
'Enthusiasm and joy' in new Pope's hometown of Chicago
The church where Pope Leo XIV attended mass as a child and served as an altar boy is now an empty shell.Only the stained ...
The new pope is from Chicago and folks don’t know how to act
The internet went wild after the selection of Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native, with memes, t-shirts, and even a sandwich named ...
Chicago's Cardinal Cupich says Pope Leo XIV is "going to be a voice" for issues like immigration, climate change
Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, said he expects Pope Leo XIV "feels an obligation," to speak to what he called ...
Bears QB Caleb Williams reacts to new Pope being from Chicago
Globally, everyone is reacting to the newly-appointed Pope in the Catholic Church, and bishop of Rome. On Thursday, it was ...
Does the New Pope Root for the Chicago Cubs or White Sox? An Investigation
John Prevost, Pope Leo's older brother, confirmed his MLB allegiance in multiple interviews, putting to rest the debate ...
The pope is from Chicago. So, let us praise these deep-dish pizzas
Another great pie is the Chicago Classic from Green Township's Werkhaus Pizza, which is topped with green bell peppers, sweet ...
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Portillo's unveils new Pope Leo-themed sandwich to celebrate the Chicago-born pontiff
The Leo will be available throughout the month of May, which just so happens to be Italian Beef Month. (Extra cause for meaty ...