Team Knocks It Out Of Park; Project Has Heart: Good News, Illinois

ILLINOIS — A softball team celebrates a storybook victory, a Girl Scout creates a website inspired by her own medical journey and a conductor celebrates 45 years leading a beloved local band. These are just some of the stories that made our hearts happy in this week's Good News, Illinois, roundup.

'Cinematic Ending' For Deerfield Softball Team With Tournament Win

The 14U girls softball team recently won the silver division of the NAFA Midwest Nationals tournament in Rockford.

Lisle Girl Scout Brings A Whole Lot Of Heart To Gold Award Project

After three major heart surgeries before the age of 13, Kameryn Rasberry created a website to help teens with physical and mental health.

2 Rescued By Good Samaritan After Boat Explosion Off Waukegan Shoreline: Officials

The unoccupied powerboat burned for approximately 90 minutes before sinking, authorities said.

Conductor Celebrates 45 Years Leading Wheaton Municipal Band

In 1979, Dr. Bruce Moss, got a phone call to fill in as conductor for Wheaton Municipal Band. Now, he's celebrating 45 years with them.

IL Town Among 50 Best Places To Live For Families, New Ranking Says

For the second time in recent years, West Chicago has made Fortune's annual list.

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