VATICAN CITY (AP) — Cardinals process into St. Peter’s Basilica for a final Mass before conclave to elect the next pope.

Crowds of the faithful and other observers pack St. Peter’s Square on Wednesday ... of choosing the new pope and leader of the universal Catholic Church. Extra omnes! Everyone out!

St. Mary's Academy and University of Portland students shared their insights on what qualities they would appreciate in the next pope as the conclave begins voting.

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Vatican official says ‘extra omnes,’ the Latin phrase to tell non-cardinals to leave Sistine Chapel so vote can start.