Pope Francis discusses same-sex couples, surrogacy during rare interview
Pope Francis, during a rare interview from the Vatican, urged acceptance, saying, "The Gospel is for everyone."
Pope Francis, during a rare interview from the Vatican, urged acceptance, saying, "The Gospel is for everyone."
Due to health concerns, Pope Francis had skipped the Palm Sunday homily last week and decided at the last minute to stay home from the Good Friday procession at the Colosseum.
The Vatican announced the 87-year-old pontiff would not be coming to “protect his health.”
The declaration, published in a new document, marks a major departure for the Vatican.
The pastor at one LGBTQ+-friendly church in Chicago said the move is a step in the right direction. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
The Pope suggested such blessings could be offered under some circumstances if they didn't confuse the ritual with the sacrament of marriage.
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
It has been called the Super Bowl of the Catholic Church. Bishops from around the world are gathering in Rome to discuss major controversies like women in ministry. CBS News' Ian Lee reports.
His surgeon quipped that the 86-year-old pontiff was "better than before' the surgery. Francis smiled and waved as he left the hospital.
The Vatican said the 86-year-old pontiff was in surgery for about three hours Wednesday and there were no complications.
By the end of the pope's appearance, some 100,00 people had flocked to the square in time for the pontiff's speech, according to the Vatican's crowd count.
Pope Francis has been discharged from the Rome hospital where he was treated for bronchitis.
A Vatican spokesman said the pope does not have COVID-19, but requires several days of therapy.
Never in the history of the Catholic Church had a pope conducted a funeral ceremony for his predecessor, until now.
From banks to trains to courts to your mailbox, Memorial Day means closures in Chicago and surrounding areas. Here's what will be open and closed for the holiday weekend.
One victim was treated and released near the scene; the other was taken to a local hospital in good condition.
The robbery happened just before 7 p.m. at the Grand Street stop in the 500 block of North State Street.
The National WWII Museum in New Orleans is in a race against time to preserve the stories of the men and women who fought in the war effort. Thanks to voice recognition software and AI, veterans will be able to "converse" with future generations.
The girl was sitting inside a parked car when she was hit by gunfire, according to police
The summer safety plans are a little different from what the city has put together for summer safety in previous years.
Illinois State Police said Sen. Michael Hastings (D-Frankfort) filed a harassment complaint against Timothy Pawula, who is now facing four criminal charges.
Acree's nomination had stalled after some aldermen questioned his qualifications, and he struggled to answer questions about the agency's looming budget deficit.
The legislation was spurred by CBS 2's story of a woman who said she was sexually abused by a teacher at her Chicago Public Schools high school.
In the first 21 days of May, Border Patrol agents recorded a daily average of roughly 3,700 migrant apprehensions between ports of entry, a 54% decrease from December.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
With more and more such companies popping up, and salespeople showing up on doorsteps, who is making sure they're legitimate?
It also happens that the contractor was on a list specifically provided by the state.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
Chicago health officials said medetomidine has not previously been detected in Chicago.
North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests.
Thursday was Mental Health Action Day and CBS is partnering with MTV to provide grants to local nonprofits that give people the tools to improve their mental health.
So far, there have been eight cases of invasive meningococcal disease in Chicago in 2024 to date.
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
No one was hurt but the fire burned a charred area on the outside of the mall.
The owner, Andy Kalish, says he just doesn't have the energy to keep it going.
Lagunitas will move its Chicago brewing operation to their original brewery in California by early August, and permanently close its Chicago brewery and taproom.
They are concerned about increased congestion and environmental concerns.
Consumers may pay more, or less, for the same items by stocking up just a few miles away.
It was not specified whether Young or someone else involved in the concert was ill, and or what the ill person was suffering from.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Those auditioning were asked to sing 16 bars a cappella from a contemporary musical theatre song to show their range.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
More than 5,000 delays or cancellations across the country happened on Saturday, according to FlightAware. The TSA expects another rush Monday when travelers return home.
According to the Lemont Police Department, the victim was struck by an Amtrak train at the intersection of Main Street and Stephen Street.
Ricardo Aguilar caught some in his granddaughter's backyard in Glenwood, and Elizabeth Gilewicz of Riverwood shared a helpful tip to keep the insects from climbing high on trees.
Bullet casings were seen on the ground as police investigated the scene.
Viewer Marie Lena shows her puppy, Bella, and her playful first encounter with the insect.
Storms that do develop late Sunday could be strong to severe, producing large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes.
The girl was sitting inside a parked car when she was hit by gunfire, according to police
For nearly 30 years, city leaders, various violence intervention organizations, victims, and survivors of gun violence have shown up for the event.
Christopher Jackson, 18, of Elmhurst, appeared in court, where the judge granted the motion to detain him pre-trial. A 17-year-old also from Elmhurst will appear at a detention hearing at a later time.
Chicago police said a car was traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed when it went through a red light and struck two other vehicles at the intersection.
After learning of the woman's troubled history and other aspects of the case, lawmakers in Springfield spoke out passionately on the Illinois House floor.
Former Supt. Eddie Johnson was adamant that he is not being paid by the company to promote it. He said he just thinks it works.
Plenty of high school seniors are 18 years old, and some are even older.
Maria Roque filed numerous police reports and got a protection order. But the system that was supposed to protect her failed.
Chicago does not resell their guns, but some suburban police departments do to reduce costs.
Brendan Donovan had a two-run single, Lars Nootbaar added an RBI triple and the St. Louis Cardinals rallied in the eighth inning to beat the Chicago Cubs 7-6 on Saturday night.
Ryan O'Hearn, Anthony Santander and Jordan Westburg homered during Baltimore's five-run eighth inning, and the Orioles beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 on Saturday.
Eloy Jiménez was just starting to feel good at the plate when he got hurt again.
The White Sox fell to a major league-worst 15-37 with their seventh loss in eight games.
The start of the fourth quarter was held up with a weather delay. But when the game resumed, the Wildcats outscored the Gators 5-2.
The summer safety plans are a little different from what the city has put together for summer safety in previous years.
Prosecutors laid out the events leading up to Clarence Johnson allegedly stabbing his coworker, Francois Swain, to death on Wednesday at the City Winery.
John Shadbar faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, unlawful possession of a firearm without a valid FOID card, and a hate crime,
This comes on the heels of other attacks in and near the Loop this month – including the brutal beating of a man on Michigan Avenue.
It is already happening in other major cities. So why isn't Chicago exploring the same solution?