Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Justin Grammer, of Joliet, says his sister is his "hero" because she overcame her fear of swimming to become a Special Olympics aquatics gold medalist.
The Joliet-based university saluted employees who have been with the school anywhere from five to 35 years.
The amount collected was 150 pounds more than students gathered last year.
This 3-year-old cat is available for adoption through the Romeoville Humane Society.
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Tour the "House that Jordan Built." The one he's auctioning, valued at $21 million.
Mom's rendition of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" creates a strong reaction in her 10-month-old baby.
The Lifeline program provides people with a device that allows them to summon emergency medical help.
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This 2-year-old domestic shorthair cat is available for adoption through Joliet Township Animal Control.
The "Parks and Recreation" star returned home to promote his new book, "Paddle Your Own Canoe."
Local officials and area residents turned out Thursday to cut the ribbon on the state's first all-access playground, built in Joliet by United Cerebral Palsy of Illinois Prairieland.
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A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
The facility, which can be used by children with disabilities and in wheelchairs, was built by United Cerebral Palsy of Illinois Prairieland.
Mary Ellen Harris played the Illinois Lottery's Hit or Miss game, where you can win either by guessing the correct numbers or getting them all wrong.
The Richard Robinson Award recognizes "pediatric doctors and other health care professionals who promote early literacy and provide medical leadership."
The store, located at 4706 Caton Farm Road, is holding a fundraiser for Joliet Fire Department Charities in its first week.
Let the kids show off their costumes at these family-oriented events being held this week and weekend in advance of the big day itself.
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Shorewood resident Meghan Moreno was the runner-up in a General Motors contest honoring hometown heroes.