Stars And Sluggers, Kindergarten Collab: Good News, Illinois

Our Illinois Patch towns were buzzing with uplifting stories this week. From celebrities and baseball at a prison, to creative kindergarteners teaming up with seniors, this good news roundup is sure to make you grin.

Lincoln-Way East Seniors Partner With Kindergarteners To Create Children's Books

The high school students wrote the stories, while Grand Prairie's kindergarteners did illustrations.

Trolley Tour To Spotlight 35-Plus Women-Owned Businesses

The event will feature 35-plus women-owned businesses, demos and an afterparty.

Bill Murray, Terry D'Arcy Go To Prison And They're Smiling: 14 Photos From Joliet's Big House Ballgame

Yes, the rains came, but Thursday was an incredible day for the city of Joliet as the Joliet Slammers played at the Old Joliet Prison.

OLCHS Journalism Team Takes Sectional, Advances To IHSA Finals

Oak Lawn Community High School's journalism team placed 12 out of 16 categories in the IHSA journalism sectional, advancing to IHSA Finals.

Youth Jazz Ensemble Of DuPage Performs At 2026 Essentially Ellington Festival

The ensemble was among just 20 bands from across the country to be chosen to perform at Lincoln Center in New York City.

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