Village Doubles Down On Anti-Hate Pledge, Forest Preserve District Expands: Good News, Illinois

As the clocks fall back an hour, we are continuing to celebrate the metaphorical sunshine of good news stories from throughout our Illinois Patch towns. This week, we learn about a village's anti-hate pledge, a county forest preserve's commitment to preserving nature and a pair of students who earned a perfect score on the ACT.

Skokie Affirms Anti-Hate Pledge Through Cook County Initiative

Skokie leaders adopted a resolution tied to a county initiative and shared resources on hate reporting.

Lake Co. Forest Preserves To Expand 2 Preserves With $1.58M In Land Purchases

The acquisitions will add nearly 39 acres of protected land in Antioch and Wauconda, including a new wildlife corridor.

Two Lemont Students Earn Perfect 36 On ACT

They are among just 11 Lemont High School students ever to achieve the feat.

Chicago Stars, Brutus Bone Broth Team Up To Help Shelter Pets

A portion of proceeds from Brutus Bone Broth purchases at Jewel-Osco through Nov. 23 will benefit the Evanston Animal Shelter.

Every District 203 K-12 School Ranked 'Exemplary' By State Board

Superintendent Dan Bridges said, "This is an achievement we are incredibly proud of."

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