Pumpkins By The 1000s, 'American Werewolf' In The 'Burbs: Good News, Illinois

Spooky season is here, but these good news stories are nothing to be afraid of! In this week's Good News, Illinois, roundup, we celebrate a runner who came to the rescue for an opponent in need, a display with thousands of pumpkins, a scary movie favorite and more.

Valentina Villarreal Shows True Grit In Crisis Situation For Oak Lawn Girls Cross Country

Villarreal praised for suspending her race to help an injured runner from opposing school get medical during a recent cross country meet.

5,000 Hand-Carved Pumpkins To Light Up Lake Zurich This October

Jack O'Lantern World returns Thursday with giant pumpkins, new displays, live carving and a three-quarter-mile illuminated trail.

'An American Werewolf In London' Star David Naughton To Visit Tivoli For Special Screening

David Naughton will make an appearance at the Tivioli Theatre in Downers Grove just in time for Halloween.

Frankfort's Hickory Creek Softball Team Takes Third Place At State

In the third-place game, Hickory Creek defeated Geneseo, 7-1.

Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum In Evanston Reopening With New Exhibitions

New permanent and visiting exhibitions will highlight Native history, art and hands-on learning in Evanston.

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