Good News, Illinois: Historic Reparations, Baby Born In Car, More

Chicago IL

26 March, 2021

2:11 PM

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ACROSS ILLINOIS — These days, it might seem like there's nothing but bad news out there. That's why we created this roundup of the week's best "good news" stories from across Illinois. From a move to make historic reparations to Black residents, to a baby who was safely born inside a car, we hope these Good News, Illinois, stories brighten your day. Mother, Baby Boy Arrive Safely At Hospital After I-55 Delivery Illinois State Police Troopers arrived at the scene near Darien to find that the driver of a vehicle had delivered his passenger's baby. First Evanston Reparations Fund Initiative: $25K Housing Grants Aldermen voted to spend $400,000 out of $10 million in pledged cannabis tax revenue to homeownership assistance for Black residents. Six Flags Great America Will Reopen Next Month The amusement park plans to reopen on April 24. Park officials will open Hurricane Harbor in late May. Chicago Heights Man Receives Nearly $30K For 'Hero Arm' In under 24 hours, Hector Rubio nearly reached his $30,000 goal needed to purchase a prosthetic arm after an accident led to amputation. Glenview's Wiseacre Farm To Be Featured On History Channel This Sunday's episode of "Modern Marvels" will highlight innovative hydroponic technique. Got a Good News, Illinois, story of your own? Email it to [email protected].