Copeland’s team prepares Christmas Eve dinners for CHOA
The "kitchen elves" at Copeland's of New Orleans restaurants here in Metro Atlanta are very busy right now, preparing meals for those spending the holidays at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
Maine State Trooper carries 82-year-old man found in ditch to safety during storm
A trooper’s dash camera captured the moment when he carried an elderly man after finding him in a ditch during a winter storm in Maine.
Oklahoma boy, 11, saves woman from house fire on same day he saved classmate's life
Police in Oklahoma gave an 11-year-old boy a certificate, honoring him as a deputy after he saved a choking classmate and a woman escaping a house fire on the same day.
Cobb County Elementary School staff surprise 11-year-old battling an aggressive brain cancer
An 11-year-old Georgia girl battling aggressive brain cancer was surprised with a visit from staff at her old school.
'I was so happy': Arizona teens fix family's fallen Christmas decorations
A group of teens in Phoenix saw Christmas decorations that had fallen, and to the surprise of the family, they were caught on video fixing the decorations. "I'm glad during Christmas we were able to do something that uplifted him so much."
56 years later, Vietnam War veteran gets to thank the man who saved him
Two Marines were among many who bravely fought in the Vietnam War's first bloody battle. One was severely injured; the other saved his life. Now, more than 50 years later, the injured veteran from Ruskin finally got his chance to say 'thank you.'
Shoreview woman who defied odds after lung transplant hoping for another miracle
In January, Kim Shobe will mark 30 years since having her right lung replaced. She's the Mayo Clinic's longest-living lung transplant patient and now she's praying for a second miracle: a new kidney.
After 45 years of serving presidents and celebrities, The Varsity says goodbye to Mrs. Dablah
After 45 years of asking "What’ll ya have… What’ll ya have?" a beloved member of The Varsity has an order up for some rest with a side of relaxation.
How a 'gifted' 11-year-old got accepted to Arizona State University
11-year-old Jimi "Monty" Hernandez was accepted into Arizona State University with plans to become a pediatric neurologist. He will be studying biochemistry, then head to medical school after graduating from ASU.
'A Doll Like Me': Helping children with disabilities feel seen through personalized dolls
The doll maker behind “A Doll Like Me” makes dolls for children who don't see themselves on store shelves. The dolls resemble their owners: children with a variety of disabilities, so that every child feels seen.
7-Eleven worker receives home-cooked meal from woman in TikTok video
"Went to the gas station for lighter fluid. I told the clerk I would bring him a plate before he got off work. He thought I was lying. This was his reaction…," the woman wrote on TikTok.
Florida Army veteran pays off past-due utility bills for families ahead of Christmas
A Florida Army veteran who once spent a Christmas without electricity is continuing to pay it forward for his neighbors in need for the holidays. This is the third year he's paid off all of the past-due utility bills in his city ahead of Christmas.
Alpharetta teen's birthday event stuffs over 700 stockings for homeless families
The Alpharetta teen's goal was to stuff 400 stockings for homeless families at his 17th birthday party, but he exceeded that goal by stuffing more than 700 stockings.
Hawks play Santa to some of Atlanta's underserved children
It was a special surprise for families in need this holiday season thanks to some of the Atlanta Hawks.
Georgia mom hosting toy and wig drive for children
Quilla Bohannon spoke to “Good Day Atlanta” in 2018 when she first launched “Free Wigs for Kids” in Lithia Springs. Bohannon provides free wigs to children with hair loss, onset from cancer treatments.
21 heartwarming, feel-good things that happened in 2021
From small acts of kindness to awe-inspiring events, there were a lot of feel-good moments in 2021.
Daughter of fallen Pinellas County deputy to literally carry father’s legacy as she follows in his footsteps
When Katherine Shoulta's father, Deputy Jason Shoulta, died in an off-duty crash in 2012, she knew she wanted to follow in his footsteps. At her swearing-in, she was given his original handcuffs by her new employer -- the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Brother to accept degree for sister who died weeks before graduating from University of Florida
Mariel White was a sophomore at UF when she suffered four strokes that left her paralyzed from the waist down. She returned to campus and finished her degree, but died just weeks before graduation. Now her brother will walk in her place to accept the degree she fought so hard to earn.
Police, kids come together for pre-Christmas fun during Shop with a Cop event
Christmas came early for some kids in Carroll County as they trekked the aisles of their local Walmart for the annual Shop with a Cop event.
‘We appreciate him’: Class pools money to buy teacher 1st pair of Air Jordans
One group of students went above and beyond to surprise their history teacher with his favorite pair of Air Jordans sneakers — a style he had never owned before.

















