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Pope Francis, one of the most popular popes in decades, has died. As the world mourns and reflects on his legacy, NPR would like to hear your stories.

The pope's death at age 88 ends a 12-year papacy that began with the historic resignation of Francis' predecessor in 2013. Now a period of mourning begins along with a process to select a new pope.

Patrons of the Clark County Public Library can now check out more than books, music or movies. Its new Library of Things offers items like a croquet set, blood pressure monitor, and bike repair kit.

Dorothy Parker's posthumously published collection is Poems; Camilla Barnes' debut novel is The Usual Desire to Kill. Both affirm: sharp humor can be grounded in pain.

After 11 seasons on ER, Wyle thought he was finished with medical dramas: "I spent 15 years avoiding — actively avoiding — walking down what I thought was either hallowed ground or traveled road."

This comes as Hegseth is again mired in controversy over sharing military operational details in a group chat.

The last pope to die during his tenure was Pope John Paul II in 2005. Here's what happened in the days and weeks that followed.

The archdiocese, which includes the Dayton region, reacted to the death of Pope Francis. A memorial is set up in Cincinnati for mourners to visit.

Pope Francis called on the world and 1.4 billion Catholics to confront climate change. He brought attention to the issue but it's not clear he changed many minds.