Packed Parade, Signs Of Summer, More: Good News, Illinois

ACROSS ILLINOIS — Spring is just days away, so it's time to leave behind the doldrums of winter and dust off the blues with your weekly dose of the cheeriest stories in Illinois. We created this roundup of the week's best "good news" articles to put the spotlight on the stories that make us smile. From the hundreds of thousands of people who flocked out for the comeback of the South Side Irish Parade, to the return of the beloved Rainbow Cone ice cream trucks, we hope these Good News, Illinois, stories brighten your day.

'Thousands Welcome Back South Side Irish Parade To Western Avenue

An estimated 260,000 parade goers lined Western Avenue for the triumphant return of the beloved parade after a two-year pandemic hiatus.

Chicago Suburb Makes 2022 List Of Best Cities To Live In America

See which Chicago suburb landed on Niche's recent roundup of the Best Cities To Live In America.

Original Rainbow Cone Ice Cream Trucks Ready To Roll This Summer

Original Rainbow Cone's fleet of ice cream trucks are ready to roll to a neighborhood near you. Book one for your next next event.

Park Forest Youth Mentor Receives Cook County Heroine Award

The Unsung Heroine Award is given to one woman from each Cook County district, officials said. This year's went to mentor Lamekia Davis.

'I'm Still The Same Sister Jean' Loyola's 102-Year-Old Nun Says

JEFF ARNOLD COMMENTARY: Sister Jean Delores Schmidt is along for another NCAA Tournament ride with Loyola on its bracket-busting mission.

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