Inspired by lack of representation, deaf teen publishes her own American Sign Language book
She wasn't seeing herself - a person of color - in books about American sign language - so she made her own, with family and friends signing the alphabet.
Metro Detroit man with rare SMA disease breaks barriers directing music video remotely from home
Evans lives in Metro Detroit and directed the video remotely from his bed, where he's able to lie down, and be free from the chronic pain caused by his SMA - spinal muscular atrophy.
DoorDash driver rescues toddler wandering 8 Mile Road in Detroit
The toddler was wearing nothing but a diaper and socks when he was found. The driver wrapped him up in his coat and put him in the car to warm up until police arrived.
Man shares journey from jail and mental illness battle to standout artist
Ken Jackson is an artist, a cartoonist, a muralist, a writer - he's also a schizophrenic and a convicted felon.
Former White Lake teacher becomes star on TikTok and Instagram, with wood burning art
Instead of teaching a few hundred kids a day - Austin now inspires thousands of aspiring artists around the world.
Detroit mom delivers her third set of twin babies
The twins arrived about a month early, but we're told both are in the NICU and are doing well with a baby boy weighing in at 4 pounds, 8 ounces, and a baby girl two pounds, 14 ounces.
Beaumont, DMC and St. Joseph Mercy announce health systems' first babies of 2022
Baby Samirah was born at 12:01 a.m. weighing eight pounds, eight ounces and measuring 21.5 inches long
Rescue dog tests out new wheelchair ramp in heartwarming video
The paralyzed rescue dog barks with excitement over his present before courageously testing out his new ramp.
Lighthouse of Oakland County adopts families, brings cheer for Christmas
The organization provides emergency food and shelter services for families in need year-round, but during the holidays - with the help of generous donations - volunteers work to make sure Christmas wishes come true.
Troy brother and sister run their own holiday food drive for those in need
The brother-sister combo from Troy collected over 2,000 pounds of food last year after seeing the need first-hand. This year's goal is 3,000 pounds which will be donated to Saint Vincent de Paul Food Bank in Detroit.
Detroit police 'Surprise Squad' delivers gift cards for the holidays
Detroit Police Chief James White was out with some holiday helpers in blue delivering gift cards and cheer.
Mott's Children's Hospital shares Christmas cheer to patients who won't be home for the holidays
Right now Mott Children's Hospital is at capacity - with a lot of sick children. They won't be able to see loved ones or go home for the holidays, so tonight - the holidays came to them.
Health worker and mom of 4, gets new home after outpouring of support following house fire
"I really want to say thank you to each and every last one," Lastar said. "It shows that as a community of people, we all still know how to come together and be able to help one another, despite if you know them or don't know them."
21 heartwarming, feel-good things that happened in 2021
From small acts of kindness to awe-inspiring events, there were a lot of feel-good moments in 2021.
Cancer and heart disease survivor returns to participate in marathon after health battle
"It’s a miracle and when I think about God, I think about Henry Ford - these people are just so amazing," Brant said. "To be honest, every day is a holiday."
More than 80 school bands, orchestras, choirs pay tribute to Oxford victims by playing fight song
More than 80 school bands, choirs, and orchestras paid tribute to the victims of the Oxford shooting by doing their own rendition of the district's fight song. The compilation was made by one of the high school students.
Former Volunteers of America Adopt a Family recipient pays it forward with holiday cheer
All you have to do is go to any Gardner-White and look for the big trees, each with a tag representing a family, senior or veteran. Make a holiday connection – and adopt a family for the holidays.
Fulltime caregiver of her Marine vet and retired DPD dad, gets special surprise as a Hidden Hero
In 2015, Angelena Taylor's father had a massive stroke. Her mother had died years before, so the then-28-year-old graduate student suddenly became his full-time caregiver.
Crime Stoppers of Michigan Annual Christmas Party for kids affected by tragedy
“For many of these families, it will be the children's first Christmas without their loved one,” said Crime Stoppers of Michigan in a press release. “The event helps to bring a little joy, happiness and put a smile on the children's faces who have been through so much sadness.”
Miracle comeback: After suffering broken neck, Woodhaven swimmer returns to compete with team
To his family and community, Cooper Eckert is a walking and swimming miracle. That's because at one point, doctors didn't know if Cooper would ever do either, again.