Falcon Rescue, Slice Of Nostalgia, More: Good News, Illinois

This week's Good News, Illinois, roundup is filled with two grin-inducing animal rescue stories, an article about a blood drive that's helping a family heal, an opportunity to spotlight your pet and more uplifting anecdotes from across the state.

'Man Saves Baby Falcon From Drowning In Fox River

The baby bird was struggling against a current, and a heroic man jumped in to save her from drowning, city officials said.

Parents Heal Their Hearts By Hosting 'Jimmy Esch Blood Drive' In Son's Memory

Sonny and Terri Esch will host a blood drive in memory of their son, Jimmy, who died at age 27, Thursday, June 25, at Worth Township Center.

Missing Dog Rescued From Deep Marsh: Police

First responders from Lakemoor Police and McHenry Fire pulled the dog from the water and brought it to safety.

McDonald's Revives A Classic To Celebrate America's 250th Birthday

The Fried Apple Pie, which originally debuted in the 1960s, is going back on the menu at McDonald's this summer.

Send IL Patch Your 4th Of July Pet Pics For A Chance To Get Featured

We're asking Illinois Patch readers to send in photos of their red-white-and-blue-clad, star-spangled pets to celebrate 4th of July.

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.