DeKalb firefighter Eboni Kennedy graduates from rehab after on-duty injury

DeKalb County firefighter Eboni Kennedy was released from the Shepherd Center this week, marking a major milestone in her recovery after an on-duty leg amputation.

Last dog rescued after BioLab fire adopted from PAWS Atlanta

Smidgen, the longest-tenured BioLab fire rescue dog at PAWS Atlanta, has finally been adopted after spending 461 days at the shelter.

Dog survives 6 days trapped in 20-foot dry well under house

Firefighters performed a high-stakes technical rescue to save a dog after she survived six days trapped in a 20-foot-deep dry well beneath a home.

25 feel-good, heartwarming moments of 2025

From small gestures to big heroes to unforgettable surprises – 2025 was full of moments that warmed hearts.

Peace walk monks stop at Snellville temple for special visit

A group of Buddhist monks walking thousands of miles across the country in a call for peace and unity arrived in Gwinnett County on Wednesday, drawing crowds of supporters along their route.

Monks in Decatur: Walk of Peace greeted with open arms

Nineteen Buddhist monks held a peace rally in Decatur during a 2,300-mile journey from Texas to Washington, D.C.

Meet Aloka, the peace dog winning hearts nationwide during Walk for Peace

If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.

Hundreds gather in LaGrange to meet Buddhist monks on peace walk

Hundreds gathered in LaGrange to welcome a group of Buddhist monks on a 120-day walking pilgrimage from Texas to Washington, D.C.

Hosea Helps feeds 1,500 people on Christmas as demand for aid surges

Hosea Helps volunteers fed 1,500 people on Christmas as the Atlanta nonprofit reported record demand driven by SNAP benefit cuts and financial strain.

Forsyth County Jeepers deliver Christmas Eve cookies to 15 stations

Firefighters across Forsyth County received a holiday surprise on Christmas Eve as members of the Forsyth County Jeepers rolled through the county delivering cookies and milk.

Cartersville firefighters help save dog’s life on Christmas Eve

Cartersville firefighters are being hailed as heroes after helping a family transport their 13-year-old dog to an emergency vet on Christmas Eve.

Man picks up DoorDashing on top of day job to buy engagement ring: “I don’t care how long it takes"

Bradley Cho has actually gotten offers from jewelers and followers to help him reach his goal faster, but has said he'd rather work hard and show his commitment to his girlfriend by continuing his DoorDashing journey.