Illinois
How a Holocaust survivor and an Illinois teen struck up an unlikely friendship
Skokie, Illinois — If you ever ask 98-year-old Janine Oberrotman, a Holocaust survivor, how she stays so positive, especially after all she’s been through, she responds by singing “Que Sera, Sera.”
Once a week, Oberrotman brings her “que sera” mindset to this most somber setting, the Illinois Holocaust Museum in Skokie, Illinois.
Her attitude is made possible in part by her partner at the museum information booth, 14-year-old Dhilan Stanley.
She gets a big smile every time she sees Stanley.
“She does that every week,” Stanley said. “It makes me very happy.”
Oberrotman and Stanley met a little over a year ago. Oberrotman had been volunteering at the museum since it opened, and Stanley had just started volunteering to learn more about the Holocaust.
“It’s amazing to hear from someone who has witnessed it firsthand,” Stanley said.
When they sat together, it was friendship at first listen.
“It’s fascinating to learn about your stories,” Stanley told Oberrotman. “And we need to learn about your stories in order to prevent them from happening again.”
Stanley is now very familiar with Oberrotman’s stories — about her life in the Jewish ghettos in occupied Poland and then how she was taken to Germany by the Nazis and put into forced labor. And yet he’s always willing to listen once more.
Stanley never tells her that he’s already heard a story.
“Because she finds it…comforting to tell people her story,” Stanley said.
For Stanley, what started out as curiosity has evolved into compassion, ensuring that for these two, whatever will be, will be together.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Illinois Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 8, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from June 8 drawing
03-24-34-43-49, Powerball: 20, Power Play: 3
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick-3 numbers from June 8 drawing
Midday: 1-8-7, Fireball: 6
Evening: 4-3-9, Fireball: 5
Check Pick-3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick-4 numbers from June 8 drawing
Midday: 7-2-6-3, Fireball: 1
Evening: 2-6-3-1, Fireball: 7
Check Pick-4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning LuckyDay Lotto numbers from June 8 drawing
Midday: 04-12-13-27-32
Evening: 01-11-18-27-30
Check LuckyDay Lotto payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto numbers from June 8 drawing
14-16-20-23-46-49, Extra Shot: 06
Check Lotto payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes up to $600: Claim at an Illinois Lottery retailer, a Claim Center, by mail, or via an e-Claim. By mail, send the required documentation to: Illinois Lottery Claims Department, P.O. Box 19080, Springfield, IL.
- Prizes from $601 to $10,000: Claim at a Claim Center, by mail, or via an e-Claim.
- Prizes over $10,000: Claim at a Claim Center or by mail.
- Appointments Required: Schedule an appointment for in-person claims.
- Documentation: Bring a photo ID and Social Security number proof.
When are the Illinois Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky Day Lotto (Day): 12:40 p.m. CT daily.
- Lucky Day Lotto (Evening): 9:22 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto: 9:22 p.m. CT on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
- Pick 3 (Day): 12:40 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Evening): 9:22 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Day): 12:40 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Evening): 9:22 p.m. CT daily.
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By WMBD TV
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — After a very dry start to June, a stormy and humid weather pattern takes hold for the next several days.
Key Takeaways
- Flood Watch through Monday Evening
- Localized pockets of 2 to 3+ inches of rain may lead to flooding
- Rain totals will vary widely from one spot to another
- Oppressive heat and humidity midweek
- Heat index near 100 degrees Tuesday through Thursday
- Severe Storm Chances
- Highest risk Thursday, some severe weather potential Wednesday evening
The highest rain coverage for Monday will occur during the afternoon. Some funnel clouds may develop, but the risk of a tornado remains low. The main concern will be pockets of very heavy rain that can quickly lead to flash flooding where they develop. The showers will decrease and gradually end overnight.
With lower storm coverage during the daytime Tuesday and Wednesday, we will crank up the heat! While actual highs will “only” be in the upper 80s to lower 90s, the air will be very humid. This will push heat index values toward the triple digits. If possible, limit any strenuous outdoor activities to the early part of the day. The oppressive humidity will stay in place through Thursday.
The best chance for severe storms will come our way mid to late week, with all severe hazards on the table. While the highest severe threat is to our north and west Wednesday, severe weather could work in during the evening. The highest chance will be west of the Illinois River.
Thursday brings the highest threat for severe storms areawide. Timing of the greatest potential looks to be from mid-afternoon onward through the evening.
Rain amounts will vary greatly, on on average, 1 to 3 inches of rain can be expected through the week.
WMBD TV first reported this story. You can read the original story online at CIProud.com.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Illinois Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 7, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick-3 numbers from June 7 drawing
Midday: 7-7-1, Fireball: 9
Evening: 1-2-7, Fireball: 1
Check Pick-3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick-4 numbers from June 7 drawing
Midday: 0-0-9-5, Fireball: 0
Evening: 5-3-1-7, Fireball: 5
Check Pick-4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning LuckyDay Lotto numbers from June 7 drawing
Midday: 22-24-36-37-41
Evening: 09-10-27-37-41
Check LuckyDay Lotto payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes up to $600: Claim at an Illinois Lottery retailer, a Claim Center, by mail, or via an e-Claim. By mail, send the required documentation to: Illinois Lottery Claims Department, P.O. Box 19080, Springfield, IL.
- Prizes from $601 to $10,000: Claim at a Claim Center, by mail, or via an e-Claim.
- Prizes over $10,000: Claim at a Claim Center or by mail.
- Appointments Required: Schedule an appointment for in-person claims.
- Documentation: Bring a photo ID and Social Security number proof.
When are the Illinois Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky Day Lotto (Day): 12:40 p.m. CT daily.
- Lucky Day Lotto (Evening): 9:22 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto: 9:22 p.m. CT on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
- Pick 3 (Day): 12:40 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Evening): 9:22 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Day): 12:40 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Evening): 9:22 p.m. CT daily.
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