Rickey Smiley finds out he has 5-year-old twin daughters: 'Blessed my life'

Rickey Smiley recently learned he was 5-year-old twin daughters with an ex-girlfriend, and that discovery has let him see the sun again after the sudden death of his son Brandon.

Firefighters from Arizona fire department welcomed 19 babies in 2024

This is a story that will melt your heart. Nineteen Chandler Firefighters welcomed new additions to their families last year.

From Sweden to the U.S.: Couple remembers Jimmy Carter's worldwide influence

Outside the Carter Center, a steady stream of people stopped by on New Year's Day to pay their respects to former President Jimmy Carter. One couple from Sweden talked to FOX 5 about his impact, not just in the U.S. but around the world.

Jimmy Carter inspires Indianapolis couple to do more for others

Many people spent New Year's Day paying their respects to former President Jimmy Carter. They placed flowers and notes near the sign of the Carter Center. FOX 5 Atlanta met a couple who called him a true inspiration.

Beating the odds: Inspiring stories of cancer survivors in 2024

Cancer remains a leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting 1 in 3 people, but many are surviving and thriving after treatment.

Happy 102nd birthday! Henry County woman celebrates milestone with parade

Deputies from the Henry County and DeKalb County Sheriff’s Offices joined forces on Friday to honor Ms. Lillie Mae Hightower on her 102nd birthday.

TikTok video inspires Bay Area woman to become surrogate

Leanna Ortega was scrolling on TikTok one night on her phone when she came across a video of a woman who was eight months pregnant talking about her journey.

24 feel-good, heartwarming things that happened in 2024

From small acts of kindness to awe-inspiring events, 2024 delivered joy, laughs and happy tears.

Nicole's House of Hopes provides toys, essential items to struggling families

Hundreds of families gathered at the West End Mall this Christmas for a festive giveaway hosted by Nicole’s House of Hope and the Unity Network.

Hosea Helps continues to help struggling families during the holidays

In southwest Atlanta, the spirit of giving shone brightly this Christmas as Hosea Helps, a nonprofit organization, once again opened its doors to support families in need.

Atlanta police officer surprises 12-year-old with PS5 for Christmas

An Atlanta police officer made the Christmas wish a boy who he met on a 911 call over the summer come true by surprising him with a new PlayStation 5.

Atlanta outreach group serves up Christmas dinner with a side of hope

Christmas is a time many of us spend with our loved ones. But many people don’t have families or even a place to call home. The nonprofit group Frontline Response International celebrated the holiday with a special dinner for its residents.

Local nonprofits spread holiday cheer in Atlanta neighborhoods by caroling

Residents of the Mechanicsville, Summerhill, and Joyland neighborhoods were treated to a festive tradition on Christmas Eve as members of WestCare Georgia and the United Youth Adult Conference joined forces for their annual caroling event.

Video: Quick-thinking off-duty officer rescues man from burning car

Cobb County police have released dramatic video of Officer Somani rescuing a driver from the fiery wreckage of a collision along Interstate 285.

Falcons break losing streak, but one young fan gets even bigger win

The Atlanta Falcons ended their losing streak with a victory over the New York Giants, but for one young fan, the most memorable moment happened off the scoreboard.

Living nativity scene in Cherokee County spreads Christmas joy

A family farm in Cherokee County brought the Christmas story to life with an interactive nativity scene featuring live animals.