Young surgeon-to-be gets surprise visit from Chicago doctor
A 6-year-old boy from Tennessee has already set his sights on a career as a thoracic surgeon, inspired by a Northwestern Medicine doctor’s YouTube video.
Watch: Nebraska boy with rare disorder rides customized bike for 1st time
Seven-year-old Raanan Albert, one of only 28 people worldwide diagnosed with CLTC-related disorder, experienced the joy of riding a bike thanks to a gift from his physical therapist.
Beloved custodian gets school building named after her: 'She's one in a million'
Claudene Wilson’s official title at Swedeborg Elementary is custodian. But to the kids and school community she served for 30 years, “Ms. Claudene" is so much more.
Soldiers pause to help girl celebrate 9th birthday during hurricane relief efforts
“I just thought it would be nice to do something special, so I called back to leadership, and we got her a cake. It turned into a little birthday party with the kids dressed in costumes—it was a good time," U.S Army Soldier, Spc. John Folk said.
Watch magical moment man proposes under dreamy purple aurora
The geomagnetic storm this week helped make the aurora incredibly vibrant, and brought Northern Light displays to much of the northern U.S.
Dad treks miles through Hurricane Helene aftermath to walk daughter down aisle
David Jones walked for 5 1/2 hours through flood damage in South Carolina to make his daughter's wedding in Tennessee.
6-year-old boy kidnapped from Oakland found alive 70 years later
Luis Armando Albino was 6 years old in 1951 when he was abducted while playing at an Oakland park. Now, more than seven decades later, Albino has been found thanks to help from an online ancestry test, old photos and newspaper clippings.
Suburban man finds wallet with over $5K inside, tracks down the owner
What would you do if you found a wallet with more than $5,000 inside?
Paralyzed Florida deputy regains movement, walks into his retirement party
A master deputy who was told by doctors he might never walk again strode unassisted into his retirement party after 32 years in law enforcement.
Viral Burger King worker who never missed a day in 27 years launches his own food truck
Kevin Ford, who went viral in 2022 for never missing a day of work in 27 years at Burger King, has used over $400,000 in donations to start his own food truck business.
2 young Chicago sisters get surprise VIP tickets to Sky game after selling lemonade during heatwave
Two young girls who spent this week's heatwave selling lemonade to raise money for Chicago Sky tickets were in for a huge surprise on Wednesday.
Watch: Tears flow when cat is reunited with owner after 11 years missing
The incredible tale has captivated millions on social media, showcasing the enduring bond between a woman and her cherished, long-lost companion.
Watch: Zoo lions find hidden camera, hilarity ensues
A pride of lions at the Oregon Zoo unknowingly put on a show after finding a hidden camera in their habitat.
Texas woman turns 115, making her the oldest living person in the US
A Houston, Texas, woman who turned 115 last month is now the oldest living person in the United States.
Clearwater WWII veteran celebrates 106th birthday with 5 generations of his family
A Clearwater WWII veteran celebrated his 106th birthday on Saturday. Five generations of his family gathered at a Largo home to reflect on his fondest memories.
Milwaukee World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20.
Watch: Gorilla kisses newborn baby at Ohio zoo
In the video, the animal watches the newborn intently and eventually makes a kissing gesture toward the baby through the glass.
Schaumburg firefighters put in overtime to help young girl's wish come true
Schaumburg firefighters volunteered to build an accessible pool deck for a 7-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, through Project Fire Buddies, after receiving a pool from the Make A Wish Foundation.
Family reunited with missing puppy scared off by fireworks
A Bay Area family has been reunited with their lost puppy after it was scared away by fireworks on the Fourth of July.
Shaq takes 20 North Texas kids on $500 back-to-school shopping sprees at JCPenney
The 20 kids received $500 gift cards and an hour to shop with the NBA legend himself!