Sneakerheads have inspected the images of the then-Robert Francis Prevost, in an effort to determine what model the white-with-black swoosh kicks might be. While some suggested the Air Force 1 or the SB Force, experts have identified the shoes as Nike's Franchise Low Plus, a shoe sold in the ’70s and ’80s that was briefly re-released in 2008.

"I think it's just really connected with people ... how normal Pope Leo is," said Augustinian Fr. Tom McCarthy.

Pope Leo XIV is marking one year since his historic election, making the transition from low-profile cardinal to one of the most recognizable figures on the planet.

David Brooks of The Atlantic and Ruth Marcus of The New Yorker join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, Vice President J.D. Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and a trip to the Vatican. AMNA NAWAZ,

A report by the U.N. Integrated Office in Haiti underscored the spread of violence beyond the capital and said at least 1,642 Haitians were killed and 745 injured in the first three months of 2026.

Baptist pastor Robert Jeffress argued President Trump has a "better understanding" of the bible than Pope Leo XIV — at least when it comes to the Iran war

Friday marks one year since Chicago's own Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV, leader of the Catholic Church.

Pope Leo XIV was recently spotted wearing a pair of vintage Nike sneakers, and there are plenty of current Nikes that can deliver the same retro look — starting at just $75. It’s the classic question we were all asking about Michael Jordan back in the ...

Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from America, is getting high marks from Catholics as his tenure hits the one-year mark amid clashes with Donald Trump.