River Run, Dog Day, Triathlon Triumph: Good News, Illinois

In a week marked by a rare lunar eclipse, we found bright spots in these good news stories from throughout Illinois.

Aurora Teacher Ran Entirety Of Mississippi River To Raise $12K For Childhood Cancer Research

He unintentionally broke a world record while running the 2,139 miles, too, the Aurora teacher said.

Celebrate National Dog Day With Pup Pics From IL Patch Readers

Illinois Patch readers sent in hundreds of photos for our 2026 National Dog Day roundup.

'Shorewood Pleased To Welcome Family-Owned Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant To Community'

Shorewood noted how Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant offers authentic Mexican favorites, including tacos, burritos, tortas and much more.

Lake Forest Athlete Takes Men's Title In Boston Triathlon

Jacob Minin of Lake Forest won the men's Olympic Distance race Sunday at Carson Beach in South Boston.

Elmhurst University Gets $1.5M Gift For Business School, Scholarships

An anonymous trustee committed the money. "I want to give them the flexibility to expand programs and opportunities," the donor said.

Want to celebrate someone or something that made you smile? Have a Good News, Illinois, story of your own you'd like us to feature? Email lisa.farver@patch.com.