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  • 6 days ago | wvtm13.com | Taylor Lang

    The first American Pope has a family history with deep ties to the South. Robert Prevost, who has chosen the name Pope Leo XIV, made history as the first American pope in the Catholic Church's 2,000-year history. He has several connections to our fellow Gulf Coast states. LouisianaAccording to New Orleans historian Jari Christopher Honora, Pope Leo has Creole roots on his mother's side, according to our sister station WDSU. >> Who is Pope Leo XIV?

  • 6 days ago | wvtm13.com | Taylor Lang

    WVTM 13 is on the road to visit your community, showcasing stories from local businesses and neighborhoods.We’re shining a light on the voices and experiences that make your town unique, while highlighting the events, landmarks, and history that matter most to you.Stay tuned for the inspiring stories that deserve to be celebrated from all around our state.Have a story you want to share with us?

  • 1 week ago | wvtm13.com | Taylor Lang

    WVTM 13 went to Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School to see how they were teaching about the conclave on Thursday when the new pope was announced.Robert Prevost is a 69-year-old missionary who spent much of his career ministering in Peru and currently leads the Vatican’s influential office of bishops. He chose the name Pope Leo XIV.Wade White, a math teacher, was right with our crew when he found out. You could feel his awe and excitement to learn about Pope Leo XIV. >> Who is Pope Leo XIV?

  • 1 week ago | wvtm13.com | Taylor Lang

    Robert Prevost made history as the first American pope in the Catholic Church's 2,000-year history. Prevost is a 69-year-old missionary who spent much of his career ministering in Peru and currently leads the Vatican’s influential office of bishops. He took the name Leo XIV. >> Who is Pope Leo XIV?

  • 1 week ago | wvtm13.com | Taylor Lang

    Nick Saban will co-chair a commission on college sports formed by President Donald Trump.That's according to a report by The Athletic.The commission will focus on issues in college sports, such as name, image and likeness; transfer rules and Title IX.The report comes after Saban introduced Trump during commencement weekend at the University of Alabama. Listen to the introduction in the video player above.

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RT @CuseFootball: Defend the Dome. It’s finally GAME DAY in ‘Cuse!!! https://t.co/5KOdlyoFjJ

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2 Sep 23

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Legendary performing artist Jimmy Buffett, who sang the iconic "Margaritaville" song and later turned the brand into an empire of restaurants, resorts and frozen drinks has died. He was 76. https://t.co/hQsh7oCMqv

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2 Jul 23

Let’s check in on this @AmericanAir and @PeteButtigieg. How is it that I am waiting for an end to the investigation & compensation for my bag being flown to another country with my name changed on the tag during a domestic flight? It’s been nearly a year now & no one responds.

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