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, 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.
Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, blessing crowds from the same balcony where he was first introduced as pope in 2013.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Death of Pope Francis: What to know about his funeral and burial
The death of Pope Francis now sets off a series of carefully orchestrated rites and rituals. Here's what to know.
The death of Pope Francis now sets off a series of carefully orchestrated rites and rituals. 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.
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.
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.
The death of Pope Francis brings about a centuries-old conclave tradition to elect the next pope. Here’s what to know.
Mount Davidson's Easter Sunrise Service marks 102 years in SF
Worshippers reflected, prayed, and celebrated beneath the city’s iconic cross, lit only twice a year.
Worshippers reflected, prayed, and celebrated beneath the city’s iconic cross, lit only twice a year.
US pastor kidnapped in South Africa: What we know
Josh Sullivan, a pastor and missionary from Tennessee, was kidnapped during a church service in South Africa.
Josh Sullivan, a pastor and missionary from Tennessee, was kidnapped during a church service in South Africa.
South Bay community gathers for early Passover celebration promoting unity
Passover may officially be a week away, but members of the South Bay’s Jewish community on Sunday came together for an early celebration with a greater mission, building unity across faiths.
Passover may officially be a week away, but members of the South Bay’s Jewish community on Sunday came together for an early celebration with a greater mission, building unity across faiths.
Pope Francis will be leaving hospital soon after 38-day stay
After 38 days in the hospital, some of those spent in critical condition, Pope Francis is returning to the Vatican.
After 38 days in the hospital, some of those spent in critical condition, Pope Francis is returning to the Vatican.
Vatican releases 1st photo of Pope Francis since hospitalization
The Vatican released the first photograph of Pope Francis in over a month, showing him in a wheelchair celebrating Mass in a hospital chapel.
The Vatican released the first photograph of Pope Francis in over a month, showing him in a wheelchair celebrating Mass in a hospital chapel.
Here's how you could own a piece of the original Notre Dame Cathedral
The Notre Dame Cathedral reopened last year after a devastating fire occurred at the historic landmark in 2019.
The Notre Dame Cathedral reopened last year after a devastating fire occurred at the historic landmark in 2019.
Pope Francis shares first audio message since hospitalization: 'Thank you from the bottom of my heart'
Pope Francis, 88, delivered an emotional audio message from his hospital room, thanking the faithful for their prayers as he continues treatment for double pneumonia.
Pope Francis, 88, delivered an emotional audio message from his hospital room, thanking the faithful for their prayers as he continues treatment for double pneumonia.
Man sues Oakland cafe after being kicked out for wearing hat with religious symbol
An Oakland man has filed a lawsuit against a coffee shop, alleging religious discrimination and violation of his civil rights.
An Oakland man has filed a lawsuit against a coffee shop, alleging religious discrimination and violation of his civil rights.
Community rallies around 2 Berkeley businesses vandalized repeatedly
Community members gathered in support of two business owners in Berkeley whose shops have been vandalized several times.
Community members gathered in support of two business owners in Berkeley whose shops have been vandalized several times.
Pope Francis suffers new breathing issue, Vatican says
The Vatican said the breathing issue was caused by a “significant accumulation" of mucus in Pope Francis’ lungs and bronchial spasms.
The Vatican said the breathing issue was caused by a “significant accumulation" of mucus in Pope Francis’ lungs and bronchial spasms.
Israel blocks humanitarian aid into Gaza
In a very dangerous development, Israel has blocked humanitarian aid into Gaza until Hamas renews its agreement to a ceasefire.
In a very dangerous development, Israel has blocked humanitarian aid into Gaza until Hamas renews its agreement to a ceasefire.
Vatican gives health update as Pope enters third week in hospital
Pope Francis' condition remains stable, and he is alternating between mechanical ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy, the Vatican said on Saturday.
Pope Francis' condition remains stable, and he is alternating between mechanical ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy, the Vatican said on Saturday.