Miss Black Wisconsin appreciation awards handed out
Tajzee Strong, the Wisconsin representative for the Miss Black USA scholarship pageant, is giving out appreciation awards to people and companies she feels have directly impacted the minority community.
Grocery store off North Avenue lets shoppers pay what they can
People from all walks of life come to Greater Goods MKE when she's open on Wednesdays and Saturdays – both to shop and to donate.
TikTok videos propel Wisconsin man to social media stardom
In 2020, going viral was the last thing any of us wanted unless it was online. With a blend of comedy and creativity – and plenty of athleticism, too – Daniel LaBelle did just that.
6-year-old girl invites passerby, dog to father’s funeral
Six-year-old Raelynn Nast wanted to help greet mourners outside her father’s funeral last month, but instead, she befriended a passerby and her dog and brought them inside, bringing comfort to the family.
California medical center throws retirement ‘paw-ty’ for beloved therapy dog, Tassy
Dozens of staff members lined the hospital’s hallways and clapped and cheered for Tassy as she walked by on her last day.
Video captures officer helping blind man after he fell while crossing the street
A Sacramento, California, police officer is receiving praise for helping a visually impaired man after he fell while walking across the street last month.
Stranger surprises twins with gifts, a puppy after wish-list balloon to Santa found 650 miles away
Four-year-old twins Gianella and Luna sent Christmas wish lists to Santa Claus via red balloons. Little did they know, a stranger would find one of the balloons hundreds of miles away and fulfill their wishes.
Elderly woman spreads love during pandemic by waving every day to strangers on street corner
Helen Jusic, 84, stands at an intersection in her neighborhood and waves at every single person who drives past.
NJ couple giving free rides to COVID-19 vaccine sites in one-of-a-kind virus-shaped car
A New Jersey couple is giving free rides to COVID-19 vaccine sites to those in need in a truly unique fashion.
Tempe police officers surprise boy with new toy gator tractor after his old one was stolen
"Our officers answered a family’s prayers this morning by gifting 4 year old Gerald a new Gator after his was stolen a couple weeks ago," officers said in a Twitter post on April 24.
Illinois man puts dad's ashes into ball, bowls perfect game
John Hinkle Sr. never bowled a perfect game while he was alive. His son changed that last week when he scored a perfect 300 using a bowling ball with John Hinkle Sr.’s ashes inside.
Nonprofit helps build self-confidence in community with autism
April is Autism Awareness Month, but the Milwaukee Based non-profit Island of Brillance calls April "Autism Action Month."
UPS driver makes special stop to visit 6-year-old Wisconsin girl
On his UPS route through Oak Creek, driver Kevin Kiewig always makes a special stop at one house. Kevin stops by to check on his friend, 6-year-old Molly.
Retired Ohio sheriff and tiny K-9 partner die on same day, will be buried together
A retired Ohio county sheriff from outside Cleveland and his tiny K-9 partner who were inseparable while serving their community died on the same day.
Longtime Milwaukee rec worker serves as mentor, role model to youth
For 54 years, Max Walker has used his perspective to motivate and connect with countless Milwaukee youth.
Louisiana fraternity brothers pay off mortgage for former cook who fed them when they were students
Jessie Hamilton worked for 14 years as a cook for an LSU fraternity, taking care of hundreds of students during her time on campus. When one of the former members called to check on her, they found out the 74-year-old was still working two jobs to pay for her mortgage -- so the brothers all chipped in more than $50,000 to pay off her home.
6-year-old gets hero's welcome back to school after completing cancer treatment
Nathan Herber, 6, got a hero's welcome from his fellow classmates after completing his cancer treatments.
Brookfield girl with bone cancer gets her own treehouse
A Brookfield girl diagnosed with cancer had a wish come true when she got her very own treehouse.
Brother donates kidney to sister: 'He saved my life'
Siblings usually have a bond like no other, but it was one specific act that brought a Wisconsin pair closer together than ever before.
Dad, son with autism collaborate on comic book series to help son better understand the world
In just one conversation, it won’t take long to realize Jake’s already got abilities just like his comic book counterpart. Autism isn’t his disability. It’s his superpower.