Superstar Puppy, Yacht Rockers, More: Good News, Illinois

Have you noticed the birds chirping more and more? Have you felt the sun shining? Things are becoming bright and springy outside, and we're celebrating the light and hopeful moments with these good news articles from throughout Illinois.

Yachtley Crew, A Yacht Rock Band, Reveals Hollywood Casino Joliet Concert Is Coming Up

Tickets are available to the public for purchase as of Feb. 13.

Hole-In-The-Wall Shop Has Best Sandwich In IL, Ranking Says

This sandwich shop in the Irving Park neighborhood is lauded by Chowhound as having the best sandwich in Illinois.

Bolingbrook Puppy Competes In America's Favorite Pet Contest

Owner Karolina Koltas said her German Shepherd puppy Nala is "our little miracle."

44 Black Evanston Descendants Will Receive $25K In Reparations: Report

The Evanston Reparations Committee announced that 44 Black residents will receive reparations payments this year.

Elmhurst University Grad Named NFL Head Coach

He played for the university's football team and has coached in the NFL for years.

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