Big Dream, Big Game; Love From Neighbors: Good News, Illinois

ILLINOIS — This week, we take a look at good news stories from across Illinois that will help warm our souls during the remaining slog through winter. We celebrate a young boy whose dream came true, a whopping lottery win and other stories that prove that joy can be found in all sorts of places.

Aurora Teen's Make-A-Wish Is Granted With Super Bowl Trip

The young football player, who received a liver transplant, was thrilled to go to the Super Bowl.

Evergreen Park Community Rallies Around Family Who Lost Home In Fire

A GoFundMe campaign has been set up for long-time Evergreen Park resident Barb Kalafut and her family, who lost their home in a fire Feb. 6.

$10.4M Winning Lotto Ticket Sold In Des Plaines

The ticket was purchased for the Feb. 8 Lotto drawing at a Mobil gas station on Golf Road, according to Illinois Lotto.

Meet Lake County's Newest Police Dog

K9 Lux is the direct offspring of the late K9 Dax, a highly decorated member of the Lake County sheriff's canine unit.

Seymore Snow, Blizzard Of Oz To Hit Streets In Naperville

Wave hello when you see a snowplow out and about in the city. They've now got names, thanks to local students.

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