Historic High Holidays Services, Fall Foliage Map: Good News, Illinois

ACROSS ILLINOIS — Illinois residents don't need to look far to find a healthy dose of good news. This week in our Good News, Illinois roundup, we spotlight the story of a history making High Holidays service, an article about a nationally recognized teacher and other local tales of triumph and positivity.

Stagg's Nero Changes Culture, Earns Bears Coach Of The Week Honor

Nero took over the Stagg program in 2020 and has the Chargers to their first 3-0 start since 2005 and has changed the team's culture.

Plainfield 8th Grade Teacher 1 Of 48 To Win NEA Fellowship

Jennifer Gruca will complete webinars and coursework, attend a workshop in Washington D.C. and travel to Costa Rica for a field study.

St. Charles Pizzeria Picked Among Best In U.S.

Pomodoro E. Mozzarella in St. Charles has been named among the best for New York-style pizza in the new rankings.

Fall Foliage Map 2023: See When Autumn Leaves Peak In IL

AccuWeather recently released its 2023 fall foliage forecast. See what's in store for Illinois.

New Lake Forest Chabad Center Holds First Rosh Hashana Services

"It's a historic first-ever High Holidays services in the city," says Rabbi Moshe Spalter.

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