23 feel-good, heartwarming things that happened in 2023
From awe-inspiring, world-record feats to incredible acts of kindness, there’s no shortage of joy to be found in 2023.
From awe-inspiring, world-record feats to incredible acts of kindness, there’s no shortage of joy to be found in 2023.
Texas mother surprised by US Marine daughter's unannounced return for the holidays
A heartwarming holiday surprise unfolded at 407BBQ in Denton County, Texas, as Lydia Calderon, a hardworking mother, received an unexpected visit from her daughter, a US Marine.
A heartwarming holiday surprise unfolded at 407BBQ in Denton County, Texas, as Lydia Calderon, a hardworking mother, received an unexpected visit from her daughter, a US Marine.
Carrollton boy gets new bike from police after porch pirates steal Christmas present
When an 11-year-old Georgia boy lost his Christmas gift to a porch pirate, the responding officers knew they had to do something to help. They made sure Brayden had a bike for Christmas after all.
When an 11-year-old Georgia boy lost his Christmas gift to a porch pirate, the responding officers knew they had to do something to help. They made sure Brayden had a bike for Christmas after all.
Atlanta nonprofit donates food, gifts to hundreds on Christmas
Hundreds of kids and their families got toys and food this Christmas thanks to the nonprofit Hosea Helps.
Hundreds of kids and their families got toys and food this Christmas thanks to the nonprofit Hosea Helps.
Dolly Parton fulfills man with terminal cancer's wish in emotional video
Among LeGrand Gold's 10 "List of Living" wishes was to meet music icon Dolly Parton, but he never imagined it coming true.
Among LeGrand Gold's 10 "List of Living" wishes was to meet music icon Dolly Parton, but he never imagined it coming true.
2 nonprofits give back to Atlanta homeless community on Christmas Eve and beyond
Two organizations have made it their mission to help the metro Atlanta homeless population. On Christmas Eve, they handed out hot meals and clothes to anyone in need.
Two organizations have made it their mission to help the metro Atlanta homeless population. On Christmas Eve, they handed out hot meals and clothes to anyone in need.
Buckhead groups donate meals to first responders working through the holidays
While many of us are with friends and family this Christmas, hundreds of firefighters and first responders are not. They're working this holiday to keep us safe. That's why dozens of volunteers came together on Christmas Eve to show them support by bringing them a Christmas dinner.
While many of us are with friends and family this Christmas, hundreds of firefighters and first responders are not. They're working this holiday to keep us safe. That's why dozens of volunteers came together on Christmas Eve to show them support by bringing them a Christmas dinner.
Make-A-Wish kids leave joyful voice messages for you on motivational hotline
The holidays may not feel so sweet to everyone. If you're in the need of some holiday cheer, a group of Make-A-Wish kids have a special message for you. All you have to do is give their hotline a call.
The holidays may not feel so sweet to everyone. If you're in the need of some holiday cheer, a group of Make-A-Wish kids have a special message for you. All you have to do is give their hotline a call.
Golden retriever helps raise African painted dog pups after their own mother wouldn't care for them
“Kassy immediately accepted the painted dog puppies and began to nurse and care for them like they were her own," the Potawatomi Zoo in Indiana said.
“Kassy immediately accepted the painted dog puppies and began to nurse and care for them like they were her own," the Potawatomi Zoo in Indiana said.
4 sisters give birth within 4 months of each other and now celebrate babies’ first holiday together
Stanley, Lydia, Miles and Carsen are cousins all born within 4 months of each other.
Stanley, Lydia, Miles and Carsen are cousins all born within 4 months of each other.
Miami firefighter aims to inspire more female first responders with authentic dolls
America is proud of its first responders and depends on them — but it may come as a surprise that relatively few of them are female.
America is proud of its first responders and depends on them — but it may come as a surprise that relatively few of them are female.
Cobb deputies render aid to driver seizing behind the wheel after crash
Dramatic body camera video captured the quick action of Cobb County deputies as they responded to an accident.
Dramatic body camera video captured the quick action of Cobb County deputies as they responded to an accident.
Amazon, Warrior Alliance join forces to bring early Christmas cheer to military families
Christmas came a week early for dozens of military and veteran families.
Christmas came a week early for dozens of military and veteran families.
Multiple police/fire departments, local organizations help make Christmas merry in metro Atlanta
Not everyone is able to have a merry Christmas without a little help. Every year, millions of children face the prospect of waking up on Christmas morning with no gifts.
Not everyone is able to have a merry Christmas without a little help. Every year, millions of children face the prospect of waking up on Christmas morning with no gifts.
Atlanta firefighters continue 53-year-old Christmas party tradition
For more than 50 years, Atlanta Fire Rescue Station 16 has opened its doors and transformed from a public safety building into a Christmas gathering spot for the community it serves.
For more than 50 years, Atlanta Fire Rescue Station 16 has opened its doors and transformed from a public safety building into a Christmas gathering spot for the community it serves.
'A happy ending': Fayette County firefighters reunite with baby whose life they saved
A group of Georgia firefighters had a sweet reunion with the 7-week-old baby boy whose life they saved after he stopped breathing.
A group of Georgia firefighters had a sweet reunion with the 7-week-old baby boy whose life they saved after he stopped breathing.
Annual Mayor's Masked Ball raises $4M for United Negro College Fund
The 40th Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball, hosted by Mayor Andre Dickens, has set a new fundraising record, generating nearly $4 million for the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).
The 40th Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball, hosted by Mayor Andre Dickens, has set a new fundraising record, generating nearly $4 million for the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).
Army veteran who walked 30 miles to find a job now has a place to call home
Veteran Brian Taylor, homeless just a month ago, now has a place to call home in Georgia this holiday season.
Veteran Brian Taylor, homeless just a month ago, now has a place to call home in Georgia this holiday season.
Autism advocate Aaliyah Thompson to gift $500 holiday stipend for 10 special needs families
Parents of children with autism have until this Friday to be considered for a $500 giveaway.
Parents of children with autism have until this Friday to be considered for a $500 giveaway.
Rare Air Jordans, dropped in Oregon donation bin, sell for $50K at auction
The cash from the rare Nike Air Jordan 3s will benefit the Portland Rescue Mission, which has served people struggling with homelessness, hunger and addiction since 1949.
The cash from the rare Nike Air Jordan 3s will benefit the Portland Rescue Mission, which has served people struggling with homelessness, hunger and addiction since 1949.