Dearborn Heights Firefighters wash cars to fund childhood burn victim camp
Every summer, the camp offers burn survivors between the ages of 6 and 17 a week full of activities such as kayaking, water skiing, basketball and archery.
Skydiving 85-year-old Michigan woman nears 700 career jumps
"This is the life, to retire and play in the sky," she said.
Star adaptive golfer from Rochester Hills on brink of competing for national title
He paralyzed from the waste down after a car accident 18 years ago. He was a gifted athlete before the crash, and is determined not to let his disability get in the way of living a full life.
These adorable, animatronic pets are helping seniors combat loneliness
Animatronic pets give older adults all the benefits of a furry friend, without all the responsibility.
'Flip the Script' program transforms 26-year-old Detroit father's life
After years of living in foster care and being in-and-out of jail, Jamal Clemons finally has a place to call home – thanks to Goodwill of Greater Detroit’s Flip the Script program and Humble Design. Clemons has put in the work to ensure himself and his son a better future.
Oakland County man wins $446,000 in Michigan Lottery
An anonymous 43-year-old player from Oakland County won nearly a half million dollars from a last second lottery ticket purchase in May.
How a Chipotle delivery turned into an Arizona couple's wedding being paid off
An Arizona man delivering food to earn money for he and his fiancé's wedding got the surprise of a lifetime when a note he wrote went viral on TikTok. Donations poured in, covering the cost of their dream wedding.
Ferndale man receives first beating-heart transplant in Michigan
On his 58th birthday, Ken Miller of Ferndale was given the news that he would be undergoing the first-ever beating-heart transplant in Michigan.
New Orleans valedictorian graduates top of his class while homeless
Elijah Hogan has lived in a homeless shelter for youth for more than a year.
Metro Detroit teen dancer accepted to The Juilliard School
But as he began to explore ballet he was diagnosed with scoliosis during Covid. The condition means that he has a sideways curvature of the spine that causes pain.
Gifted Troy 7-year-old passes test and joins Mensa International
"He’s just a typical 7-year-old who likes to play outside and get dirty," said Laura Kesner, his mom. "But he also has this brain that is insatiable."
Woman unaware she was pregnant gives birth in Golden Corral, names baby after restaurant
The Arkansas woman was out with family at the restaurant when she went into active labor and gave birth to a baby boy.
Loyal dog saves camper's life after running miles for help: 'No words'
A loyal canine recently saved its owner's life after running for miles to guide others to the scene of a horrific car crash in Oregon.
Watch: Dog missing for 2 years reunited with owner in heartwarming reunion
A woman was reunited with her emotional support dog in Fort Wayne, Indiana, after he had been missing for almost two years.
Children with total deafness regain hearing after ‘groundbreaking’ gene therapy
This was the first time gene therapy was applied to both ears, researchers say.
Unlikely friendship between boy and garbage truck driver captures hearts
A story of an unexpected friendship and a random act of kindness has enthralled a Gilbert community, and the online community too.
Firefighter adopts dog after rescuing it from deceased owner's home: ‘Jumped into my arms’
A firefighter has added a four-legged friend to his life after handling a very tough assignment.
Colorado shelter dogs trained to be service dogs
A dog training facility in eastern Colorado is saving not only dogs, but people as well.
Watch this great-grandfather read the 'Baby Shark' book without knowing the song
“He’s never heard of ‘Baby Shark.’ He read it and didn’t know there is an actual tune to it," a family member explained. “Of course he was way off."
Make-A-Wish seeks 1M new 'wish-makers' to help ill children
The nonprofit organization's new initiative continues its mission to grant wishes for children with serious illnesses. Here’s how the program works.