'A miracle happened': Lifeguards rescue runaway dog swept out to sea in rip current
A beloved black lab mix named Sadie had luck, lifeguards and an AirTag on her side when she escaped from the San Diego home she was visiting and got swept out to sea by a rip current.
'88 & Still Working': Viral GoFundMe helping Michigan vet retire
The Army veteran would have retired a long time ago, but for the past 13 years, life has not gone according to plan. His story was the substance of a viral video that took flight online this week - raising over a million dollars.
Annual Toys for Tots campaign underway in Atlanta
The U.S. Marine Corps’ annual Toys for Tots campaign is underway across metro Atlanta, with collection boxes set up at every Publix location now through Dec. 14.
Thousands of stuffed sloths headed to Scottish Rite in woman’s memory
Wild Republic, along with the family of Morgan Kaylor, will donate thousands of pink stuffed toy sloths to children at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – Scottish Rite Hospital.
Watch these kids have the best reaction to dad's Christmas lights
Video captured the special moment three kids in Pennsylvania had a touching reaction to their family’s outdoor Christmas lights.
Local nonprofit delivers Thanksgiving meals to officers in Cobb County
More than 400 meals were delivered to every police precinct in Cobb County as well as the sheriff's office and 911 center.
Christmas tree sales fund student scholarships across metro Atlanta
A holiday tradition that began as a small side project for two Atlanta teenagers a decade ago has grown into a major scholarship program helping local students pursue college dreams.
Fayette Gaddy Christmas Light Display supporting NICU families
The Gaddy Christmas Light Display in Fayette County is adding its first-ever walk-through event to raise money for the Piedmont Fayette NICU, while continuing its beloved free drive-through tradition.
Atlanta Hawks and Latin American Association host annual grocery giveaway
The Atlanta Hawks and Latin American Association hosted their annual Grocery Giveaway Food Drive, helping more than 450 families as food insecurity grows amid rising prices and lingering effects of the government shutdown.
Gwinnett bus driver honored for saving students from bus fire
Gwinnett County bus driver Jose Rivera-Perez was honored with the Rotary Club’s Hidden Hero Award after helping save students from a burning school bus and extinguishing the fire.
Braves Fan Fest returning; pitcher Matt Olson gives back to kids
Braves fans have something big to look forward to next year: Braves Fest is officially returning after a brief hiatus, bringing back a full day of baseball-themed fun for all ages.
Georgia youth step up to help families, others in need this holiday season
Across the state of Georgia, local youth are stepping up in big ways to help families facing food insecurity this holiday season.
Hoschton woman defies odds, survives stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis
Joanne Cure, 78, survived stage 4 lung cancer after being given two years to live, crediting her faith, determination, and cutting-edge treatment for her remarkable recovery.
Coweta County bike drive meets goal after overnight wave of support
Southside Toys for Tots will distribute the bikes to local families in need before Christmas.
Watch: Michigan woman rescues raccoon stuck inside dumpster
The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.
South Fulton Gold Star family gets mortgage paid off on Veterans Day
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation paid off the Perryman family’s mortgage in honor of their fallen loved one.
Georgia photographer honors veterans with free portraits at American Legion studio
Photographer Justin Arndt offers free portraits to military veterans through his project based at American Legion Post 29.
Elizabeth Baptist Church feeds thousands amid SNAP pause
Atlanta’s Elizabeth Baptist Church fed 5,000 people through its Operation Uplift drive, expanding efforts to fight food insecurity amid the government shutdown and paused SNAP benefits.
Georgia 15-year-old collecting winter clothing for kids in need
A Georgia 15-year-old is using his non-profit Loved and Protected to help collect coats and winter clothing for kids in need around North Georgia.
Morehouse’s Dean Lawrence Edward Carter Sr. reflects on legacy
Morehouse College Dean Lawrence Edward Carter Sr. is reflecting on his legacy before retirement.