Chicago celebrates hometown pontiff
By: Blake Parker
Posted: May 8, 2025 11:42 PM EDT
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CHICAGO -- The newest pontiff is an American, 69 year old Robert F. Prevost, a Chicago native seen as diplomat in the church. Nightteam's Blake Parker was in Chicago talking with people who knew the new pope long before reaching the conclave's radar.
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