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Leaf-Peeping Spots, Celebrity Stops, More: Good News, Illinois
Lean into the happy vibes with this week's roundup of good news stories from across Illinois.

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Lean into the happy vibes with this week's roundup of good news stories from across Illinois.

Sky Zone Westmont opens Sept. 7. The Sept. 21 grand opening celebration will feature DJ music, kid-friendly activities, giveaways and more.
Part of Wiesbrook Road will be closed Sept. 11 to accommodate the Wheaton Warrenville South homecoming parade.
Police believe someone may have set fire to a Dodge Sprinter Van that was parked near a business on Walnut Avenue.
The brief ceremony will pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
Glen Ellyn's Backyard BBQ will celebrate 16 years with more than three dozen competing teams, live music and more in a new location.
Anderson's Bookshop will host comedian Kate McKinnon at Tivoli Theatre Oct. 3 as she promotes her most recent book.
Patch has compiled a list of some of the best apple orchards and family-friendly fall attractions near Downers Grove.
Patch has compiled a list of some of the best apple orchards and family-friendly fall attractions near Wheaton and Glen Ellyn.
Patch has compiled a list of some of the best apple orchards and family-friendly fall attractions near Naperville.
The Museums at Lisle Station Park will host Depot Days on Sept. 14 and Sept. 15.
The Sept. 14 event will also feature a peanut butter-licking contest and a Doggie Fashion Show.
Lisle police say a motorcycle and an SUV were involved in a fatal crash Tuesday afternoon.
The work, which began Sept. 3, is expected to last just over two weeks.
Two people were arrested during Woodridge Police Department's Labor Day safety campaign.
The ceremony will feature a reading from high school senior Elizabeth McConkie and remarks from Mayor Wehrli and Chiefs Arres and Puknaitis.
Police say Carl Walsh, 35, blew a whistle and gave a Nazi salute to a person while they were with a group at a park near Lombard Lagoon.
Naper Pride 2024 will be held on Sept. 14 at Naper Settlement. See what's in store.
Judge Bonnie Wheaton and retired Judge Tom Dudgeon will take part in the Sept. 4 forum, hosted by League of Women Voters Glen Ellyn/Elmhurst
Brighten your day with these stories of a new Bob Ross exhibit, some handmade cards to cheer up a K-9 and other happy little Illinois tales.