Century-Old Tradition Revived, Dancers Dominate State Meet: Good News, Illinois

ILLINOIS — Who could use a pickmeup? Really, who couldn't use a pickmeup. We chose our favorite good news stories in Illinois to help bring a bit of sunshine to your day. This week's roundup celebrates a new rabbi, a winning dance team and more. Do your best not to smile.

1st Female Clergy Member To Be Installed At Northbrook's Congregation Beth Shalom

Rabbi Jacki Honig joined the clergy team last July and will be formally installed on March 14.

Joliet Slammers Announce Big House Ballgame Tickets For Old Joliet Prison Event: Reviving 1914 Tradition

Tickets for the historic Frontier League exhibition game at the Old Joliet Prison will go on sale Wednesday, March 11.

Old Quarry Middle School Dance Team Takes Home Two State Titles

Old Quarry won the state championship in the open pom category and the jazz category in the junior high division.

Forest Preserve With Lake County's 'Highest Point' Gets $1M Grant

The funds will be used to help restore Gander Mountain Forest Preserve.

This Is The Best Sandwich Joint In IL, New List Says

Illinois's best sandwich shop specializes in making a Chicagoland icon — the Italian beef sandwich.

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