Beloved Crossing Guard Retires, $3M Lotto Win: Good News, Illinois

ACROSS ILLINOIS — In this week's Good News, Illinois roundup, we learn about a crossing guard who recently retired after 36 years, a history making Native American exhibit and other cheerful stories.

1st Major Traveling Exhibition Of Modern Native American Art Opens At AU

The exhibition explores the new ways artistic expression challenges stereotypical expectations of American Indian art.

2 Chicago Restaurants Make New York Times 'Restaurants List'

Logan Square Italian bistro Daisies and Avondale Indian eatery Thattu made the Times' list of 50 top places to be excited about in the U.S.

'They Were All My Kids': D142 Crossing Guard Retires After 36 Years

Nancy Hullinger's last day serving as crossing guard for D142 was Sept. 8. Students will miss her, and her furry guest stars.

Frozen Pizza Packs At Linda's Westside: 'We Have No Plans to Stop It'

With one east side location and one on the west side, Linda's Pizza has been part of Joliet since 1981.

'Lucky' Liquor Store Sells Another Winning Lottery Ticket

A regular customer to Shar's Armanetti Fine Wines & Spirits in Carpentersville won $3 million.

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