The mid-term elections have passed, we're in full-on fall mode and there are so many inspiring, uplifting stories popping up throughout our Illinois towns. This week, we shine a shiny happy spotlight on Good News, Illinois stories of yummy pizza shops, returning restaurants, art with intention and more.
IL Pizzeria Lands On Nationwide List Of Best Pizza Shops
The popular restaurant, which has locations in Chicago and Morton Grove, was selected by Food & Wine as the best in Illinois.
New Nature Play Space Opens At LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve In Kane County
The space is designed for unstructured, child-directed play with nature, the forest preserve district said.
Free Art Workshops In Northbrook To Support Local Food Pantry
I Just Am Studio's Cup of Kindness Week will feature shared ceramic projects, children's activities and a food collection Nov. 9–13.
Old Ethnic Eatery Near La Grange Coming Back
The restaurant closed in the spring, but business partners are bringing it back.
The Lisle restaurant said it's teamed up with JH Hospitality Group for its first expansion.
Want to celebrate someone or something that made you smile? Have a Good News, Illinois, story of your own you'd like us to feature? Email lisa.farver@patch.com.
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