Pope Francis

Cardinals don’t campaign to be the next pope, but there are always those among them that are considered favorites or potential frontrunners to be named the next pontiff heading into the papal enclave. Of course, those who get talked about as potential papal candidates going into the enclave rarely seem to be the ones who get elected. These candidates,...

With the death of Pope Francis on Monday, the College of Cardinals will soon have to make the difficult choice of who will become the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church. While many names will be thrown out as possible frontrunners or leading candidates, those high-ranking members of the Church are not the only ones who are eligible to…

The make-up of the conclave will be much different than what it was in 2013 when Pope Francis was chosen, because in his twelve years as Pontif, Francis installed dozens of new cardinals. Most of the men electing the next pope will be from Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Oceana, which for some analysts, means it will make it more...

The world, the country and the tri-state are paying tribute to the late leader of the Catholic Church. As parishioners gathered at NYC-area churches for prayers and to reflect on the life of Pope Francis, federal and state flags were ordered to fly at half-staff. Here is the latest on plans to honor the Holy Father and what was learned...

Nearly a decade ago, his Holiness visited a school in East Harlem where he spoke and offered a blessing to the city’s immigrant community. NBC New York’s Jessica Cunnington spoke to some of the people who were part of the unforgettable experience. 

The Empire State Building will shine in memory of Pope Francis on Monday night. The iconic landmark will shine in gold and white “to honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis.” The lighting will take place from 10 p.m. Monday to 2 a.m. Tuesday. Shining in gold and white tonight from 10PM to 2AM in memory of Pope Francis…

The faithful in Nassau County are remembering Pope Francis’ unique approach to humanity, while holding onto his messages of kindness and hope. NBC New York’s Greg Cergol reports. 

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died Monday. He was 88. The Vatican said Francis died of a cerebral stroke that put him into a coma and led to irreversible heart failure. The full causes of…

Following the death or resignation of a pope, the camerlengo of the church, typically will take over as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church until a new pope is selected

Before his passing, Pope Francis made what would be his last public appearance to bless thousands in St. Peter’s Square. This was his message.

Nelson Pérez, the Archbishop of Philadelphia, and Timothy Dolan, the Archbishop of New York, discuss the life and death of Pope Francis.

Pope Francis died today following a long and public battle with pneumonia. He was 88. Francis still had a ways to go to outlive Pope Leo XIII, who died in 1903 at 93. But he’s on track to equal or surpass Pope Gregory XII, perhaps best known for being the most recent pope to resign until Pope Benedict XVI did so...

While many popes are buried under St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, Pope Francis will not continue that trend. In December, Pope Francis said he wanted to be buried in the Rome basilica of St. Mary Major, not in the grottoes of the Vatican like other popes, so he can be near his favorite icon of the Madonna. Francis long emphasized his...

Who is in line to be the next pope following Pope Francis’ death? Here are some frontrunners to know before cardinals select a new pontiff.

President Donald Trump took to Truth Social Monday morning to pay tribute to Pope Francis after his passing.

Crowds are gathering in Rome where the bells are tolling, announcing the death of Pope Francis. Gaby Acevedo reports from outside St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan.

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88 after a long battle with pneumonia. NBC News’ special report has live team coverage from the Vatican and across the world as the Catholic Church mourns a giant.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams ordered flags at city buildings to be lowered to half-staff starting Monday morning in tribute to Pope Francis after his passing. The mayor released a statement on the pontiff’s death: “It is with great sadness that I mourn with billions around the world after learning of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis....

The White House shared condolences after the passing of Pope Francis on Monday. In a social media post featuring pictures of Pope Francis with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, the text read: “Rest in Peace, Pope Francis.” The post included an emoji with a cross. Rest in Peace, Pope Francis. ✝️ pic.twitter.com/8CGwKaNnTh — The White House...