Dad's Tattoo Shows Love, Baby Born In Storm: Good News, Illinois

ACROSS ILLINOIS — In the depths of winter, we're all hoping to catch a spot of sunshine, an unexpected bird call, a flower pushing up through the sidewalk cracks. That's why we at Illinois Patch created this roundup of the week's best "good news" articles: to celebrate the stories that make us smile. From a baby that was delivered safely by firefighters in a snowstorm, to a community giving back to a family that lost their home in a fire, we hope these Good News, Illinois, stories brighten your day.

Plainfield Firefighters Deliver Baby In Parking Lot In Snowstorm

A mom was forced to deliver her baby in a parking lot as snowfall caused delays for drivers in Plainfield on Wednesday morning.

Jackie Robinson West Journey Captured In New Documentary: Report

The Little League baseball team from Chicago's South Side will be featured in "One Golden Summer" which will be released in 2023.

Crystal Lake Dad Gets Tattoo To Show Support For Daughter, 4

Four-year-old Everly Backe has had to undergo several surgeries to address a heart defect.

Share Your Love Story With Illinois Patch This Valentine's Day

How did you meet your sweetie? What made you fall in love? Send in your love stories for a chance to be featured in an upcoming article.

Community Rallies To Support Family Displaced By Orland Park Fire

The Arroyos, a family of five, are still searching for a new home after a fire Sunday destroyed their apartment building and belongings.

Want to celebrate someone or something that made you smile? Have a Good News, Illinois, story of your own you'd like us to feature? Email lisa.farver@patch.com