The village of Dolton, a suburb south of Chicago, has completed the purchase of the childhood home of Pope Leo XIV. The Dolton Village Board voted unanimously to acquire the modest two-story brick house, which measures approximately 1,050 square feet and is an A-frame structure. The property was bought for $375,000, representing a 70% premium over the initial asking price. The acquisition aims to revitalize the village and transform the home into a historic site and tourist attraction, potentially drawing global visitors and pilgrims. Village officials have expressed optimism about the opportunity to leverage the pope's legacy to boost local tourism, although specific plans for the property remain undecided.