Amid great destruction, with at least two dozen people dead, including nine children, the citizens here began to assess the severity of their calamity Tuesday after their third major tornado in 14 years, a staggering run of weather misfortune.Related
Published: February 28, 2013 3:00 a.m.
Pontiff ruminates on journey as Catholics’ leader
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A huge crowd filled St. Peter’s Square to see Pope Benedict XVI at his final general audience Wednesday, his last day as head of the Catholic Church. The pope recalled the moments of “joy and light” during his papacy but also times of great difficulty. He also thanked his flock for respecting his decision to retire. See story on Page 3A.
