Returning Restaurant, Art Of Kindness: Good News, Illinois

The mid-term elections have passed, we're in full-on fall mode and there are so many inspiring, uplifting stories popping up throughout our Illinois towns. This week, we shine a shiny happy spotlight on Good News, Illinois stories of yummy pizza shops, returning restaurants, art with intention and more.

IL Pizzeria Lands On Nationwide List Of Best Pizza Shops

The popular restaurant, which has locations in Chicago and Morton Grove, was selected by Food & Wine as the best in Illinois.

New Nature Play Space Opens At LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve In Kane County

The space is designed for unstructured, child-directed play with nature, the forest preserve district said.

Free Art Workshops In Northbrook To Support Local Food Pantry

I Just Am Studio's Cup of Kindness Week will feature shared ceramic projects, children's activities and a food collection Nov. 9–13.

Old Ethnic Eatery Near La Grange Coming Back

The restaurant closed in the spring, but business partners are bringing it back.

Kindred Gastropub Opens 2nd Location In Crest Hill This November: 'By The Third Visit We Know Your Order'

The Lisle restaurant said it's teamed up with JH Hospitality Group for its first expansion.

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