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ACROSS ILLINOIS — A little bit of good news can go a long way. We at Illinois Patch created this roundup of the week's best "good news" articles to celebrate the stories that make us smile. From a dad who donated a kidney to his daughter, to a local rescue dog who was named the cutest in the world, we hope these Good News, Illinois, stories brighten your day!
Woman Runs Boston Marathon For First Time Since Bombing
Abby Omerza has run two Boston Marathons, and both were historic. Her first was in 2013, the year a bomb exploded near the finish line.
'Any Parent Would Do This': Dad Donates Kidney To Daughter
Bob and Emme Ward now share an even deeper father/daughter bond — thanks to a successful kidney transplant.
Send Birthday Wishes To Downers Grove Boy With Cancer
Cole Magnus is battling leukemia. For his 3rd birthday, his parents are hoping for plenty of cards to help make his day special — here's how.
Girl Scouts Share Halloween Spirit With Memory Care Community
The girls shared 30 hand-painted pumpkins to the delight of the residents.
St. Charles Pup Named World's Cutest Rescue Dog
Heaven was picked over 10,000 other dogs in the People.com contest.
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 [email protected].
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