Good News, Illinois: Sweet Treats, Decked Halls, More

Sprinkled cookies, twinkling lights and other sparks of cheer make this week's Good News, Illinois roundup a great way to embrace the holidays.

Take The 2025 Patch Tour O' Holiday Lights

Patch has rounded up the best and most twinkly residential holiday light displays in Chicagoland for 2025.

Lockport Street House That Underwent 'Painstaking Restoration' Receives Landmark Status

The circa 1888 house was recommended for landmark status for being an "[E]xceptional Queen Anne house."

Joliet's Milano Bakery Photo Gallery: 'Christmas Definitely Is Our Big Cookie Time'

Milano Bakery is one of Joliet's oldest businesses. It's been in existence since 1915 on Joliet's southeast side.

Valley View STEP Paraprofessional Nominated For National RISE Award

The RISE Award is facilitated by the U.S. Department of Education, which typically announces the national honoree in the spring of each year

Arlington Heights School Hosting Sailors On Christmas Morning

It will mark the 13th year Christian Liberty Academy has participated in the event.

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