Ducklings Rescued, 'Chonokosaurus' In Spotlight: Good News, Illinois

ACROSS ILLINOIS — Grinning will be inevitable when you read this assortment of the best good news stories we featured throughout Illinois this week. The roundup features a duckling rescue, free ice cream cones and a special concert featuring Holocaust-era violins.

Ducklings Rescued From Drain, Reunited With Mother Duck: Oswego Police

The family was separated Thursday morning after the mother duck "got spooked" by a hawk and ran away, Oswego police said.

'Look At You, You're Healthy' Botanist Says To 'Chonkosaurus'

La Grange native Joey Santore says he never expected to come across a 60-pound snapping turtle while kayaking down the Chicago River.

Holocaust-Era Restored Violins To Be Played At Wilmette Concert

"Violins of Hope" will feature the stories and music of restored violins that witnessed the horrors of the Holocaust next month in Wilmette.

Durbin's Offers Jobs For Displaced Staff Of Oak Forest Bowl

Durbin's of Midlothian announced Sunday it will find temporary positions for as many members of the Oak Forest Bowl staff as possible.

Treat Mom To A Free Classic Original Rainbow Cone On Mother's Day

Moms, aspiring moms, even dog and cat moms can get a free Original Rainbow Cone for Mother's Day with a $5 purchase, Sunday, May 14.

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