Mystery donor drops gold coin worth thousands in Salvation Army bucket
A Salvation Army location in Vermont recently received an unexpected and heartwarming surprise among its holiday donations.
Must-see video: Father, son dramatically rescued from deep in the alligator-infested Florida Everglades
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
Mortgage paid off for family of fallen Burnsville firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth
The family of fallen Burnsville firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth received the gift of a paid-off mortgage this holiday season.
Season of giving: These charities are making a difference this Christmas
As the Christmas season approaches, a range of charities working tirelessly to support families and individuals in need.
More people crowdfunded for basic needs like food in 2025, GoFundMe report finds
A new GoFundMe report shows a significant rise in people turning to crowdfunding for basic needs like food in 2025.
California dog found in Lincoln Park after 4 years, returned to family
The dog - who was microchipped - was recently found tied to the fence of a small shelter in Lincoln Park four years and seven months later - and 2,289 miles away.
'A miracle happened': Lifeguards rescue runaway dog swept out to sea in rip current
A beloved black lab mix named Sadie had luck, lifeguards and an AirTag on her side when she escaped from the San Diego home she was visiting and got swept out to sea by a rip current.
'88 & Still Working': Viral GoFundMe helping Michigan vet retire
The Army veteran would have retired a long time ago, but for the past 13 years, life has not gone according to plan. His story was the substance of a viral video that took flight online this week - raising over a million dollars.
Give to the Max Day: How to help Minnesota organizations
It's Give to the Max Day, Minnesota's annual day of giving to help organizations around the state. Here's how you can donate.
❤️ U MITCH: Sign seen by millions during Brewers-Cubs game stirs curiosity
As hometown baseball fans celebrated a Brewers victory over the Chicago Cubs at American Family Field on Saturday, Oct. 11, a mystery emerged.
91-year-old Minnesota knitter keeping countless people warm this winter with handmade gifts
A 91-year-old woman is using her knitting skills to help those in need stay warm during the winter months.
Thunderstorm sparks mysterious 2,000-mile journey for spooked California pup later found in Illinois
One theory behind the impressive journey is that Opie, while lost, was mistakenly thought to be dumped and unwanted. They might’ve then scooped him up to save him.
A real Trooper: Abandoned dog left for dead finds new, loving home year after Hurricane Milton
One year ago, an abandoned Bull Terrier was left for dead, chained to a fence along Tampa's Interestate 75 as storm surges from Hurricane Milton rushed around the poor pup.
Twin Cities Marathon allows team of para athletes on handcycles
This year marked the first time that a full team of nine para athletes raced in the Twin Cities Marathon, using handcycles with e-assist.
Watch: Nebraska baby born with rare cancer leaves hospital to cheers after months of treatment
A baby from Omaha, Nebraska, received a joyful send-off after spending six months in the hospital battling a rare form of cancer.
'Heroic actions': Army football player saves driver from fiery crash
A West Point cadet is being praised for their heroic actions after rescuing a man from a burning vehicle in New York’s Hudson Valley.
After cancer battle, St. Paul survivor completes grueling 100-mile mountain bike race
After battling a cancer diagnosis and a rare disease, St. Paul's Matt Sletten celebrated beating cancer by competing in a grueling mountain bike race in Colorado.
10-year-old chess prodigy defeats 60-year-old grandmaster
At 10 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become the youngest female chess player to defeat a grandmaster.
‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ with Bedford: Child born with rare genetic disorder goes viral
Bedford has Schwartz-Jampel syndrome. It's a rare genetic disorder with just 150 cases reported across the world, his parents said.
Watch: Pilot surprises his grandmother with touching announcement
Justin Shurtz said his grandmother had no idea he was going to show up on her flight.