Celebrate Swedish Day, Buy Bueller's Vest...Anyone?...Anyone?: Good News, Illinois

ILLINOIS — Does anyone want to buy the vest Ferris Bueller wore when he ditched school in the legendary 1985 John Hughes film? Anyone?...Anyone? The vest is up for auction, Swedish Day is here and a popular fast food item has returned. What's not to love about this week's Good News, Illinois, roundup?

Iconic Vest Worn In 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' Up For Auction, Could Fetch $600K

The auction was announced on the 40th anniversary of the beloved character's "day off."

Authentic Scandinavian Midsummer Fest Offered At Good Templar Park's 114th Swedish Day

Swedish food, dancing, maypole raising and Vikings are featured in historic Good Templar Park's 114th Swedish Day, Sunday, June 15.

Illinois Summer Festival Guide 2025

From live music and food fests to craft beer and fireworks, there's no shortage of entertainment to be had.

Your Favorite Menu Item Is Back At This Major Fast Food Chain

After nine years of pleas on social media, this major fast food chain has announced the homecoming of a fan-favorite menu item.

Animal 'Love, Care And Protection' Focus Of New DuPage County State's Attorney's Unit

The Animal Protection Unit will be made up of assistant state's attorneys dedicated to prosecuting cases involving animal cruelty.

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