Some front-runners to be the next pope
As the cardinal electors took the oath of secrecy before the start of the papal conclave, CBS News took a look at some of the top prospective candidates to succeed the late Pope Francis.
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Timeline of Day 1 conclave events
Cardinals will gather at the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday for the start of the conclave to elect the late Pope Francis' successor. The cardinals took part in a final pre-conclave mass at St. Peter's Basilica to pray ahead of the secretive vote. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more from Rome.
What to know about the papal conclave
CBS News papal contributor Francis Rocca, who has covered the Vatican for more than 15 years, breaks down the process of electing the next pope and what the cardinals are considering as they cast their votes.
What will the papal conclave look like?
133 Catholic cardinal electors will gather in Vatican City for a conclave beginning Wednesday to choose the next pope. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more.
Trump met Ukraine's President Zelenskyy ahead of Pope Francis' funeral
President Trump also expressed doubt that Russia's Vladimir Putin wants to end his war in Ukraine.
Thousands bid farewell as Pope Francis laid to rest
An estimated 250,000 people, 50 world leaders and representatives from more than 160 nations attended the funeral of Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican. A plain wooden box, the simple coffin chosen by the pope himself, became the day's central symbol, a ceremony shaped to strip back the ornate rituals of papal burial. John Dickerson has more.
Catholic Church enters time of transition
When it came to championing the poor, the marginalized, and migrants, there was no advocate more visible than Pope Francis. Saturday's funeral and its turnout offer some clues as to who the next pope will be, and if those causes will remain a priority for the Catholic Church in world that is experiencing a major political shift. Chris Livesay has more.
How Pope Francis' funeral broke with tradition
Even before Saturday's funeral service for Pope Francis at the Vatican, the late pontiff had already broken with some longstanding traditions.
Meet the American journalist who took part in Pope Francis' funeral
American journalist Kielce Gussie played a role during Pope Francis' funeral, where she did the first reading.
Trump in Rome ahead of Pope Francis' funeral
President Trump landed in Rome on Friday for the Saturday funeral of Pope Francis. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Aaron Navarro report.
Pope's impact on Latin American worshippers
Large crowds continue to pay their respects at the Vatican and at Roman Catholic churches around the world for Pope Francis, who died on Monday. Francis was the first pope from South America. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez spoke to worshippers about the historic significance.
Pope Francis funeral details
Pope Francis' funeral will be held Saturday. A total of 130 foreign delegations will be attending, including President Trump and former President Joe Biden. CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell has the latest.
How Pope Francis impacted migrant communities
The Vatican says more than 130,000 people have visited Pope Francis' coffin as he lies in state ahead of his funeral. Tributes continue to pour in for the pontiff, including from a key part of his legacy. CBS News' Seth Doane has more.
Pope's funeral could spur tourism spike among Americans headed to Rome
Pope Francis' funeral is drawing hordes of tourists and could drive up U.S. airfares to Rome, according to travel experts.
Pope Francis' death sparks betting frenzy over successor
Shortly after Pope Francis died, speculation on who would succeed him became "one of the most popular betting markets in 2025," an analyst says.
Visitation time for pope may be extended
The Vatican said it may extend the time for people to pay respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica. CBS News papal contributor Francis X. Rocca has the latest from Rome.
How Pope Francis made people feel seen
Courtney Mares is the Rome correspondent for the Catholic News Agency and attended Mass with Pope Francis in 10 countries across four continents over the past decade. She joins CBS News to discuss Francis' ability to connect with people.
What comes next in election of new pope
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Seth Doane walks through the next steps as Pope Francis' burial nears and the Vatican gets ready to elect a new pontiff.
Mourners gather in Rome to honor Pope Francis
Catholics around the world have begun a nine-day mourning period for Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88 following a stroke and subsequent heart failure. CBS News papal contributor Frank Rocca has the latest from Vatican City. Then, Joe Ferullo, CEO and publisher of the National Catholic Reporter, joins to unpack the late pontiff's legacy.
Shock, sadness in Rome after pope's death
Pope Francis, who challenged deeply rooted norms as leader of the Catholic Church, died Monday at 88. CBS News papal contributor Francis X. Rocca has more from Rome.
Pope Francis' cause of death revealed
Pope Francis died from a cerebral stroke and subsequent heart failure, the Vatican said. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser and Melissa Mahtani have more on plans for Francis' burial and how the next pope will be selected.
From the archives: Pope Francis elected
In 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected pope and chose Francis as his papal name. Scott Pelley anchored a CBS News Special Report on the election from Rome.
Pope Francis visits Roman prison
Pope Francis marked Holy Thursday by paying a visit to inmates at a Roman prison, continuing a Holy Week ritual after recovering from double pneumonia. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay is in Rome with more details.
Rare life-sized statues of toga-clad couple found in Pompeii tomb
The couple may have been married, and the woman appears to have been a priestess, researchers said.
Pope showing slight improvement, Vatican says
The Vatican said Pope Francis is showing "gradual, slight improvement." The 88-year-old has been in the hospital for 23 days, battling double pneumonia.
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