When is Pope Francis' funeral? Cardinals set date, along with public viewing

Pope Francis' funeral date has been announced by the Vatican, as well as when public viewing will begin for people to pay their final respects to history's first Latin American pope.

Arizona man reflects on time he spent with Pope Francis

As many reflect on the life and the legacy of Pope Francis, we wanted to hear about the man and the pope from people who knew him.

Live updates: Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88

Pope Francis, the 266th Bishop of Rome and Sovereign of the Vatican City, has died on Easter Monday. Bells tolled in church towers across Rome after the Vatican's announcement.

Pope Francis' cause of death revealed by Vatican

Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, blessing crowds from the same balcony where he was first introduced as pope in 2013.

Bell tolls in St. Peter's square after pope's death

Bells rang throughout St Peter’s Square in Vatican City on Monday, April 21, after the death of Pope Francis was announced.

Who could be the next pope? A look at some top names

To become the next pope, the candidate must receive at least two-thirds of the vote from those cardinals who are under age 80 and eligible to participate.

What is the process of electing a new pope?
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With the passing of Pope Francis, attention will turn to electing the person who will take his place to lead the Catholic church. Once it begins, the process could take days, as there are several steps to elect a new pope.

Valley residents react to Pope Francis' death
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Valley Catholics reacted to the death of Pope Francis as they attended an early mass on April 21 in Phoenix. FOX 10's Danielle Miller reports.

Here's where Pope Francis will be buried

Pope Francis revealed his final resting place just days after becoming pope in 2013.

Video captures Pope Francis' last public appearance at the Vatican on Easter Sunday

A special moment at the Vatican on Easter Sunday has become a historic one for those who witnessed Pope Francis' final moments before his death the next day.

Are banks open on Easter Monday? What to know

Easter Monday, or the day following Easter, is celebrated in some Christian faiths. Here's what to know.

Is Pope Benedict still alive?

Pope Francis was elected following the shocking resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in 2013. It was the first time in 600 years that two popes were alive at the same time.

How many popes have there been?

Pope Francis is one among hundreds of popes that have served the Catholic Church, and his death brings about the centuries-old process of choosing the next one.

How is a new pope chosen? All about the conclave

The death of Pope Francis brings about a centuries-old conclave tradition to elect the next pope. Here’s what to know.

Here's what's open and closed on Good Friday 2025

While it’s not a U.S. federal holiday, Good Friday is recognized as a state holiday in several states – meaning there are some government offices, local businesses and other closures in some places.

Feds to screen social media of migrants, foreign students for antisemitic activity

The Department of Homeland Security announced it will now factor antisemitic social media activity and harassment of Jewish individuals into immigration decisions for non-U.S. citizens.

Ex-husband of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene apologizes to Muslim women

The man caught on camera shouting offensive remarks at a group of Muslim women in Alpharetta issued a public apology Friday afternoon.

Marvin Sapp told ushers 'close the doors' in resurfaced video, asked for $40K in donations

Pastor and gospel singer Marvin Sapp is being criticized after a video resurfaced from 2024 shows him telling ushers to close the church doors and challenging the church members to donate $40,000.