Snowy Owls In The City; Grandma Brings Luck : Good News, Illinois

This week's good news articles from across Illinois will make you feel like a million bucks...or six million bucks. We celebrate a lucky lottery win, the true gifts of a whopping donation and other stories that remind us to find kindness where we can.

$6 Million Gift For Joliet Catholic Academy's New Football Stadium Project: 'A Gift That Keeps Giving Back''

Hundreds of people are loving and liking the Joliet Catholic Academy Facebook revelation involving St. Francis Academy alum Phyllis Olsta.

Classical Fusion Highlights Upcoming Concert At Deerfield's 'Cave'

The unique mid-century modern space, located in a church, offers exceptional acoustics for live music.

Snowy Owls Stray From Arctic, Settle Along Chicago Shoreline: Park District

The Chicago Park District has temporarily closed Montrose Pier to give the snowy owls a "great winter stay and welcome."

Lincoln-Way East Students Explore Healthcare Careers Through Mini Medical School

Out of more than 600 applicants from across the Chicagoland area, only 100 students were selected, including eight from Lincoln-Way East.

$1M Lottery Winner Credits Surprise Run-In With Grandma For Good Luck

Just before he was about to try his luck with the Powerball, he bumped into his grandmother — his "lucky charm" — at the convenience store.

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