After Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, was elected pope, genealogists got to work. What they found surprised them.

When Father Tony Ricard watched the new pope deliver his first address to the faithful Thursday in St. Peter’s Square, he ...

Reports that the new leader of the Catholic Church has mixed African ancestry offer a fascinating antidote to President Trump ...

I share an ancestral connection with Pope Leo XIV. What does that story say about race, religion, and ancestry in America?

"I truly believe this is a great location," said Chris Cady, who's launching Tia Juanita's Fish Camp. "It has a history, but ...

Creole cuisine is deeply rooted in Louisiana’s culinary tradition, which is influenced by a melting pot of cuisines that include French, Spanish, African, Caribbean and Native American flavors.

Creole, and Spanish — though many Creoles today are religiously diverse and primarily speak English.” The CHC notes Creole people share a history of “resilience in the face of enslavement ...

Albertville has created a low-cost pathway for local high schoolers to become teachers and stay in their community.

Combine chile poblano or pasilla, red onion, garlic, roma tomatoes, creole seasoning, chipotles in adobo, sour cream, salt, and pepper to create these delicious, spicy Tacos Gobernador.

As part of the melting pot of French, Spanish, African and Native American cultures in Louisiana, the pope’s maternal ancestors would be considered Creole. “It was special for me because I ...