Beloved Bakery Booms, Pet Pics Petrify: Good News, Illinois

ACROSS ILLINOIS — Second only to coffee, good news is the perfect way to uplift your mood on a dreary day. This week's assortment of good news stories features a bakery that's poised for success, a teen making strides to help others and more tales of joy, success and human connection.

'You Are Enough': Deerfield High Senior Starts Mental Health Nonprofit

Adison Schwartz will deliver remarks at a gala sponsored by The Jed Foundation (JED) next month in Delray Beach, Florida.

Skeptical Beaver, Spider At Work Among Izaak Walton Calendar Winners

Winning images to be featured in the 2024 Izaak Walton Preserve Calendar have been announced.

'Only One With Access': Donor Bank Account Set Up For Mom Of Slain Boy

The banker who established the account said "it will not only help her move forward but help her get all the financial help she can get."

Lake Forest-Based Hungry Monkey Baking Expands To Jewel Food Stores

With her signature chocolate chip banana bread and support from the community, Cindy Kienzle is looking to leave a legacy for her daughter.

Tails Of Terror: IL Pets Show Off Horrifically Cute Halloween Costumes

See how Illinois pets are dressing for spooky season with our 2023 Halloween roundup.

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