Fans Meet & Greet Hawks Star at Toy Drive—And More Good News

Good reads and good people: A local businessman chips in to back a library program. A unique program provides young men with an opportunity to talk. And a dad finds away to make a local mom's life easier.

Bolingbrook Teacher Named USF's College of Education Alum of the Year

Pioneer Elementary School English-as-a-Second-Language instructor Rita Guzman has been honored for demonstrating strong service leadership, both on the job and in the community.

2014 Resolution: Love Your Imperfections

These animals have it all figured out.

Wi-Tronix in the Business of Answering this Question: 'Why Not?'

Bolingbrook-based firm presents check that will help Tibbott Elementary School officials purchase interactive books for students to use on iPad minis.

Inspirational Story of a Local Man's Bid to Overcome Adversity—And More Good News from 2013

One local woman worked to rescue a dog all but left for dead, while a group of local gymnasts organized a food drive to feed the hungry.

Celebrity's Visit Brings Hope to Community—And More Good News

Good reads and good people: A student's vocals rings loud and clear. A volunteer group participates in Wreaths Across America. And a mom breaks down reading her son's note asking dad to come home for the holidays.

'Seductive' Cabbie Calendar Raises Money for Lawsuit

The cabbies pose against the hoods of their cars, mostly fully dressed, to raise money for a lawsuit against the City of Chicago.

Bolingbrook's Jonathan Slowik Places 3rd in Vocal Ensemble Competition

Student will be honored for award-winning composition "Of That Sweet Imprisonment" on Jan. 25 at ceremony in Peoria.

B.J. Ward Officials Send Cards, Boxes of Supplies to Tornado Victims

Gesture intended to raise the spirits of school children in Washington and Coal City/Diamond.

A Christmas Wish is Granted—And More Good News

Good reads and good people: A big brother returns home from boot camp and is reunited with his little sister. A radio marathon nets big bucks for a local hospital. And a big-time football standout picks his college destination.

Cardinal Francis George Marks 50 Years as a Catholic Priest

Leader of the Chicago Archdiocese reflects on his life and his service to the church.

Have You Ever Given Your Kid a 'Terrible' Christmas Present?

Is this dad a jerk or a prankster? What a terrible gift. (Unless you're a Packers fan.)

Christmas Wish Granted: Bolingbrook Soldier is Reunited with His Little Sister

A first-grader finishes her lunch and then turns to find a surprise waiting for her Thursday at Bolingbrook's Tibbott Elementary School.

Humphrey 'Helping Hands' Create 15 Magical Days of Christmas

Staff members at Bolingbrook middle school partner with local business representatives to raise money and buy winter coats and toys for Humphrey families.

Let the LifeStyles Fitness Team Wrap Your Christmas Gifts

Park district wrapping event runs from 9-11 a.m. Saturday and residents are encourage to donate gifts that will be presented to a local charity.

Bolingbrook Students Crack the Code, Find Missing Gingerbread Men

Unique holiday-themed scavenger hunt organized by Tibbott Elementary School Library Media Center Director Erin Preder.

Operation Christmas: Bolingbrook Firefighters Give from the Heart

In a cooperative effort, business partners team with firefighters and work to ensure that the goal of Operation Christmas is fulfilled and that the children of Bolingbrook have a happy holiday.

USF Prof Awarded Papal Honor for Service to Church

Dr. Daniel Hauser received the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal, or “Cross of Honor,” at a Diocese of Joliet’s Year of Faith ceremony.

Firefighters Extinguish Blaze, Save Dog—And More Good News

Good reads and good people: A basketball coach teaches her girls a lesson that transcends the court. Some 'Best Buddies' put the finishing touches on their high school legacy. And a man who builds instruments is saluted.

Reason to Celebrate: Bolingbrook Volleyball Cancer Marathon a Big Hit

Raiders raise funds for pediatric cancer research at Lurie Children's Hospital.

'Best Buddies' Brush a Stroke of Color on Mural that Will Hang at Bolingbrook High School

Completed artwork will hang on the wall of the first landing in the D Wing stairway.

Jane Addams Spelling Bee: Winners Crowned as C-H-A-M-P-S

Michael Edwards, Mark Lou and Tosin Owolabi advance to a Feb. 4 competition pitting the best spellers in Valley View School District against each other.

Girls Basketball: Brooks 8th-Graders Secure Berth in IESA State Quarterfinals

Tsimba Malonga's drive ignites 15-1 scoring run as Bulldogs oust Homer Junior High in sectional championship game.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

Engaging: Adventist Leaders Honored at Circle of Excellence Celebration

Bolingbrook's Joelle Tobar honored for her work in developing an engaged workplace.

Romeoville Cop Assists in Saving Driver's Life — And More Good News

Good reads and good people: In Lemont, a little girl gets a special bike. In Dubai, a JJC pastry chef wins another award. And, in Downers Grove, students step up to help those in need for the holidays.

Tibbott Students Produce Blizzard of Holiday Greeting Cards

Holiday project allows children to get acquainted with others through the No Excuses University Network.

Bolingbrook's Tomei & Worlton Earn All-State Choir Recognition

The two seniors will perform in an Illinois Music Education Association concert in January.

Brooks Cheerleading Squad Qualifies for State Championships

A first-place finish in Rockford has the Brooks Middle School cheerleading squad revved up for an appearance in the Illinois state finals in Springfield in January.

'Giving Tree' Illuminates Spirit of Season at Bolingbrook Elementary School

B.J. Ward staff members and families are participating in a program to provide gifts for children who might not otherwise receive them this holiday season.

Former Student Now Giving Back to Valley View as a Music Teacher

Rebecca Battista-Sullivan returned to her roots in 2010 and spent time working at R.C. Hill and Hermansen in Romeoville before taking her current position teaching singing classes in Bolingbrook.

Three Good Samaritans Pull Driver From Fiery Crash

Wrong-way driver died on I-55 but these men rescued another driver from a mangled, burning SUV.

TV Brings Great Christmas Light Fight to Illinois

The Larsen Family home in Elburn—with more than 1 million holiday lights—will be featured on the Dec. 16 edition of ABC-TV's new competition series.

94 Bolingbrook & Romeoville High School Seniors Selected as Illinois State Scholars

The count represents a 10 percent jump from last year and nearly a 30 percent increase over the last two years.

An Area Man Sheds 60 Pounds, Completes Endurance Challenge — And More Good News

Good reads and good people: An award goes to the assistant principal at Tibbott Elementary School. Students in Romeoville volunteer during a food drive. And a Joliet woman looks to reunite found items with their owners.

Adventist Bolingbrook Foundation Member 'Humbled' by Chapel Dedication

"I had some conversations with my wife, and we decided that if there's anything I would want my name on, it would be the chapel, something connected to spirituality," says Ron Hawkins.

10 Things We Bet You Don't Know about Turkey Day

Test your turkey trivia knowledge by seeing how many of these facts you know.

Tibbott's Amanda Tucker Named Region's Assistant Principal of the Year

"Amanda's energy, enthusiasm and creativity (have) been a motivating force for students, staff and the school community as a whole," says Bolingbrook Tibbott Elementary School Principal Ana Wilson.

Wood View Drive for Tornado Victims Nets 50 Boxes of Relief Supplies

First-grade teacher Nancy Anding said it was "transforming" to see the devastation in Washington, Illinois, but also "incredible" to witness the outpouring of help.