When does conclave start? What to know about choosing the next pope

After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.

Pope Francis remembered with massive, historic funeral

The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.

Pope Francis funeral homily: Watch and read full transcript

Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.

Doctor recalls Pope Francis' final moments in new interview

Pope Francis managed a gesture of farewell before he passed away early Monday. Those around him said it appeared he didn't suffer.

How to watch Pope Francis' funeral

Pope Francis’ funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square and will be led by the dean of the College of Cardinals.

Why are flags at half staff in WA? Here's what to know

Gov. Bob Ferguson has directed that flags at all state agency facilities in Washington be lowered to half-staff in honor and remembrance of Pope Francis, following a presidential proclamation issued Monday.

Pope Francis' body moved to St. Peter's Basilica for public viewing

There will be three days of public viewing at St. Peter's Basilica to allow the public to grieve the 88-year-old Pope Francis, who died Monday after suffering a stroke.

You can bet on the next pope; here's who's currently favored

As the world awaits an official announcement of who will be the next pontiff, here's who the oddsmakers favor to replace Pope Francis.

What's next for the Catholic Church?
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In the wake of Pope Francis' death, questions are growing about what is next for the direction of the Catholic Church and its leadership. Gonzaga University Religious Studies Professor Megan K. McCabe, Ph.D. joined Good Day Seattle to explain.

Thousands mourn loss of Pope Francis
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The funeral for Pope Francis is set for Saturday in St. Peter's Square, the Vatican said.

When is Pope Francis' funeral? Cardinals set date, along with public viewing

Pope Francis' funeral date has been announced by the Vatican, as well as when public viewing will begin for people to pay their final respects to history's first Latin American pope.

World mourns death of Pope Francis
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The Catholic Church entered a special season of mourning on Monday, remembering Pope Francis, who died at 88, a day after appearing at Easter Sunday services.

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.

Legacy of late Pope Francis
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Notre Dame Global Affairs Professor Scott Appleby joins Good Day Seattle following Pope Francis' death.

How is a new pope chosen? All about the conclave
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The death of Pope Francis brings about a centuries-old conclave tradition to elect the next pope. Here’s what to know.

Pope Francis dies at 88: Reaction pours in
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Pope Francis, the 266th Bishop of Rome and Sovereign of the Vatican City, has died at 88. The Vatican confirmed his death early Monday in an announcement read out by Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo. Francis emerged on Easter Sunday — a day before his death — to bless thousands of people in St. Peter’s Square.

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.