Good News, Illinois: 65-Year Vow Renewal, Trans Victory, More

Chicago IL

18 August, 2021

5:37 PM

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ACROSS ILLINOIS — Need a break from all the bad news out there? We at Illinois Patch created this roundup of the week's best "good news" articles to celebrate the stories that make us smile. From former high school sweethearts who renewed their wedding vows after 65 years, to a landmark victory for transgender rights, we hope these Good News, Illinois, stories brighten your day! Oak Lawn High School Sweethearts Renew Vows On 65th Anniversary Ron Schaar was a sophomore at Oak Lawn Community High School when a cute little freshman, Virginia Prillwitz, caught his eye. Trans Hobby Lobby Employee Wins Fight To Use Women's Restroom Illinois' Second District Appellate Court ruled Friday Hobby Lobby violated the Illinois Human Rights Act by discriminating based on gender. Police Department K9 Vested Up After Body Armor Donation The department's K9, Ava, is now equipped with a bullet and stab-protective vest after a donation from non-profit Vested Interest in K9s. Hotel Could Become Interim Housing For Homeless DuPage PADS is hoping to repurpose a hotel at 1113 Butterfield Rd. to give homeless residents access to interim shelter. $1M Powerball Winner Sought In Naperville Check your tickets. The winner bought theirs at a gas station in Naperville. Want to celebrate someone who made you smile? Have a Good News, Illinois, story of your own you'd like us to feature? Email [email protected].