Lotto Luck, Big-Name Singer Comes To 'Burbs: Good News, Illinois

ILLINOIS — Even in the midst of the dog days of summer, there is no shortage of good news in Illinois for us to wag our metaphorical tails about. This week, we spotlight a local gas station that sold a $1 million lottery ticket, a famous singer's upcoming appearance, a truly Chicago-style pizza and more.

Chris Isaak Booked For Joliet Concert: Rialto Reveals Ticket Details, Event

Isaak was recently honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance by the Americana Honors.

Gas Station In Justice Sells Winning Lotto Million 1 Ticket Worth A Cool $1 Million

The lucky player, still unknown, matched all six Lotto Million 1 numbers in the Thursday, July 10 drawing: 5-11-16-23-25-39.

Chicago Dog Deep Dish Pizza Launches In Iconic Collab

Lou Malnati's and Portillo's are working together on the limited time offering, which hits restaurants starting Wednesday.

Scholarship In Elmhurst Resident's Memory

She was "born to care for others and spent her life doing just that."

Prairie Food Co-Op Opens In Lombard

The member-owned co-op offers locally sourced food, organic options, freshly made to-go items and more.

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