Good News & Inspiring Stories - Page 316

February 16, 2017

Late sports owner Mike Ilitch paid Rosa Parks' rent for more than 10 years

Mike Ilitch, the late Detroit sports and Little Caesars owner, was prominently known for his philanthropic efforts including establishing the Little Caesars Love Kitchen to help feed the hungry and assist in disaster relief.

February 15, 2017

Unearthed drawings prompt man's search to ID World War II heroes

One man made a recent discovery finding his father’s artwork, including sketches of men from World War II.

February 15, 2017

Couple who postponed wedding plans after dual cancer diagnoses tie the knot

A New Jersey couple whose plans to wed years ago were derailed after they were both diagnosed with cancer finally tied the knot on Saturday.

February 15, 2017

Good Samaritan foils Texas thief's plan to steal woman's purse

A Good Samaritan chased down a man who targeted a handicapped great-grandmother in a grocery store parking lot and tried to steal her purse.

February 14, 2017

19-year-old who lost legs in car accident gets help from Boston Marathon bombing survivor's foundation

A 19-year-old man who lost both of his legs after a car accident is walking again just seven months later, thanks in part to a foundation set up by a Boston Marathon bombing survivor.

February 14, 2017

Hospital treats NICU babies, parents to special Valentine's Day

The smallest patients at Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City received special valentines on Tuesday from their parents and family members as part of the March of Dimes NICU Family Support Program.

February 14, 2017

6-year-old boy sends Valentine's Day treats to entire school

Students at a Texas elementary school will receive a special Valentine’s Day treat on Tuesday from a classmate of theirs who typically prefers to spend time alone.

February 10, 2017

California boy, 7, saves $10G for college after starting recycling business

A 7-year-old California boy is being praised for his entrepreneurial skill and love for the environment after he made $10,000 by starting his own recycling business -- cash he said he's saving for college.

February 10, 2017

Chicago cop's act of kindness cheered online

Chicago Police shared a video Thursday of an officer helping out a woman who was sitting under a bus stop on a cold night.

February 10, 2017

Mom's post thanking McDonald's employee for autistic son's toy goes viral

A 7-year-old autistic boy’s Happy Meal contained an extra dose of “happy” thanks to a McDonald’s employee who spent 20 minutes tracking down the specific toy that he wanted.