Octave of Easter continues following the death of Pope Francis
The tradition in the Catholic Church is that a nine-day mourning period is held after the pope dies, but the church is still celebrating the Octave of Easter.
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' 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.
Pope Francis Death: Texas leaders react to pontiff's passing
Leaders from North Texas and across the state reacted to the news of Pope Francis' death on Monday.
Bell tolls in St. Peter's square after pope's death
Bells rang throughout St Peter’s Square in Vatican City on Monday, April 21, after the death of Pope Francis was announced.
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.
Here's where Pope Francis will be buried
Pope Francis revealed his final resting place just days after becoming pope in 2013.
Are banks open on Easter Monday? What to know
Easter Monday, or the day following Easter, is celebrated in some Christian faiths. Here's what to know.
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, former Dallas Bishop, to lead Catholic Church until new pope is chosen
Following Pope Francis' death, Cardinal Kevin Farrell will oversee the day-to-day duties of the Catholic Church until a successor is elected.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cornyn calls for DOJ investigation of EPIC City, Paxton expands state investigation
Sen. John Cornyn is calling on the Department of Justice to investigate a proposed North Texas development for possible discrimination.