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Valentine's Prom, Rescue From Frigid River, More: Good News, Illinois

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Student volunteers joined Emerald Place residents for a Valentine Prom.
Student volunteers joined Emerald Place residents for a Valentine Prom. (courtesy of Emerald Palace)

Valentine's Day brought a wave of love throughout communities in Illinois, and there were still more reasons to celebrate beyond the hearts and flowers and chocolates. This week, we visit a Valentine's prom at a memory care facility, learn about a daring river rescue and see how one restaurant is bringing something new to one of Illinois's biggest cities.

Chicago Boat Crew Saves Man Who Fell Into Frigid Chicago River

Passengers on board the architecture boat tour also aided in helping the man, who was unresponsive when he was pulled from the water.

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Casa Catrina Opening, Joliet Has Never Seen Anything Like This Restaurant Before: Photo Gallery

The city worked out a lease agreement to allow Casa Catrina to open its restaurant in Union Station, where MyGrain Brewing used to be.

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Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital Unveils Major Expansion, Doubles Capacity

The Lake Forest facility now features 96 new medical-surgical beds, 18 observation beds, and a new emergency department.

'Pocket Hugs' Offer Words Of Encouragement To Veterans On Valentine's Day

Smith Village residents and St. Cajetan student council members team up to make veterans' valentines at Rush University Road Home Program.

Memory Care Unites Generations With Valentine's Prom In Glenview

Middle school students from Our Lady of Perpetual Help joined residents at Emerald Place for an afternoon of music and dancing.

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