Alderman to propose renaming Northerly Island in honor of Pope Leo XIV

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Original Load Date June 17, 2026, 9:01 a.m.
Last Updated June 17, 2026, 9:01 a.m.
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A Chicago alderman wants to honor [ Pope Leo ][3] by renaming a popular spot. Ald. Ray Lopez wants to rename Northerly Island to Pope Leo XIV Northerly Island. He plans to introduce legislation on it to the Chicago City Council on Wednesday. Pope Leo is a Dolton native and the first American to l...