Pope Leo returns to a national celebration in his second homeland of Peru
Linda Chen
Linda Chen
Reporter · Youngstown, OH
Linda Chen is an Ohio native with a Bachelor’s in Social Work from the University of Akron. She has spent the last five years covering community issues for a variety of local outlets, including NPR’s Ohio affiliate. Linda is dedicated to highlighting the stories of everyday people and the efforts of local organizations.
More from Linda →Reporter · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 12:17 AM · 1 min read
Pope Leo XIV has arrived in his second homeland. He's returning to the place that he credits with having taught him how to be a pastor and where a nationwide party awaits to welcome their beloved “Padre Robert” home. The…