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Pope Leo XIV, formerly Robert Francis Prevost, has brought a surge of excitement to the Chicago area, especially in Dolton and Hyde Park.

 

His election as the first American pope has made his childhood Dolton home a gathering point for locals and visitors, all eager to connect with his legacy.

 

Dolton officials plan to purchase the modest home at 212 E. 141st Place, aiming to preserve it as a landmark, although some residents question the cost due to budget issues.

 

Meanwhile, Hyde Park celebrates at the Catholic Theological Union, where the pope once studied, seeing new interest from students and visitors hoping to follow in his footsteps.

 

The city’s pride peaked during the Archdiocese of Chicago’s grand event at Rate Field, where more than 30,000 gathered for music, testimonials, and a video address from the new pontiff.

 

This milestone has united Chicagoans, fostering hope and renewal throughout the region as they honor their hometown pope.

The latest Illinois elections brought dramatic shifts in leadership and fiscal direction for communities across the state.

 

James Tinaglia won the Arlington Heights mayoral race, replacing longtime Mayor Thomas Hayes, while Jason House defeated incumbent Tiffany Henyard for Dolton’s top job with a decisive margin.

 

In Evanston, Mayor Daniel Biss secured re-election with a solid lead over his opponent, and Jim Dodge unseated Keith Pekau in Orland Park, signaling a call for new leadership.

 

State Senator Napoleon Harris claimed victory for Thornton Township supervisor, further broadening his influence locally.

 

Aurora prepares for change as John Laesch is poised to succeed Richard Irvin.

 

Tax measures in Bensenville and Kane County were resoundingly defeated, underscoring voter resistance to higher local taxes.

 

In Waukegan, Sam Cunningham regained the mayor’s office after Ann Taylor conceded.

 

Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race concluded with Susan Crawford’s win, sustaining the court’s liberal majority.