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Catholics across the world are celebrating the election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American and naturalized Peruvian pontiff. But for one community in Paterson, New Jersey, the moment is deeply personal. FOX 5’s Jessica Formoso reports from Little Lima, where the Peruvian-American community is rejoicing over the new pope's strong ties to Peru. Before becoming pontiff, Pope Leo XIV — born in Chicago — served as Archbishop of Chiclayo and spent years as a missionary in the South American country.

History is made in Vatican City as white smoke rises above the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV — the first American pontiff in the history of the Roman Catholic Church. Raised in Chicago and a former missionary in Peru, the 69-year-old begins his papacy with a message of peace, delivered in Italian and Spanish. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley has the story.

Where does the newly elected Pope Leo XIV stand on the most pressing social and political issues of our time? FOX 5’s Morgan McKay breaks down the new pontiff’s past statements and social media posts to better understand his views on abortion, immigration, LGBTQ rights, and the role of women in the Catholic Church. While some describe him as a centrist, his positions span a complex spectrum.

Seminarians at St. Joseph’s Seminary in Yonkers erupted in cheers as Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, was announced. FOX 5’s Richard Giacovas was there for the emotional moment, as future priests broke into chants of “USA!” and knelt in prayer for the new Holy Father.

Students at St. Anthony’s High School in South Huntington, New York, erupted in cheers as the new pope was announced live. FOX 5’s Jodi Goldberg was on campus as students, many of whom have only known Pope Francis, celebrated the historic moment together.

Catholics in Newark, New Jersey react to the news of the newly elected Pope Leo XIV, the Catholic Church's 1st American pope.

FOX 5 NY speaks with Father Ricardo da Silva, the host and producer of 'Preach: The Catholic Homilies Podcast' about Pepe Leo XIV, the first ever Pope from America.

The bells of St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan rang for more than an hour as news spread that a new pope had been chosen by the conclave in Rome. The announcement came during midday mass, creating a powerful and unforgettable moment for worshippers. FOX 5’s Lisa Evers spoke with Catholics at the cathedral about their reaction and hopes for the Church's future.

Who is the first American Pope, Robert Prevost, now Leo XIV? FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo has the story.

Robert Prevost has been elected the first pope from the United States in the history of the Catholic Church. The Chicago-born missionary took the name Leo XIV. In his first words as Pope Francis’ successor, he emphasized peace, dialogue and missionary evangelization. Prevost had been a leading candidate despite a long-standing taboo against a U.S. pope.

Newly elected Pope Leone XIV appears at the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.

White smoke from the Sistine Chapel signals that the papal conclave has selected a new pope and that he has accepted.

Black smoke again poured out of the Sistine Chapel chimney on Thursday, indicating that no pope has been elected yet. Theologian and New York Times best-selling author Jonathan Morris is in Rome with the latest details.

After more than a week of flight disruptions at Newark airport, federal officials are stepping in. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler has the story.

The NYPD says at least 80 people were arrested after pro-Palestinian protesters stormed Columbia University's Butler Library, disrupting students preparing for exams. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest details.

Black smoke again poured out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, indicating that no pope was elected on second or third ballots of the conclave to choose a new leader of the Catholic Church. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the latest details.

From the rise of “super mom” expectations to the influence of social media, modern motherhood is more complex than ever. In this week’s Street Soldiers episode, FOX 5’s Lisa Evers explores the evolving reality of being a mom in 2025.