Retired Ohio sheriff and tiny K-9 partner die on same day, will be buried together
A retired Ohio county sheriff from outside Cleveland and his tiny K-9 partner who were inseparable while serving their community died on the same day.
St. Paul family welcomes healthy baby boy after successful in utero surgery
A rare discovery on a St. Paul mother’s 20-week ultrasound forced a family to make the tough decision for their baby to undergo surgery in utero.
6-year-old gets hero's welcome back to school after completing cancer treatment
Nathan Herber, 6, got a hero's welcome from his fellow classmates after completing his cancer treatments.
Dad, son with autism collaborate on comic book series to help son better understand the world
In just one conversation, it won’t take long to realize Jake’s already got abilities just like his comic book counterpart. Autism isn’t his disability. It’s his superpower.
119 tractors roll through Randolph in honor of boy killed in ATV crash
The rain Friday didn’t stop a group of Future Farmers of America (FFA) members from loading up their tractors and parading through the streets of Randolph, Minnesota.
‘We can change the world’: Cancer-free Girl Scout sells record 32k boxes, using funds to help sick children
When 8-year-old Lilly Bumpus broke the national sales record for Girl Scout cookies, she wanted to use the money to help children battling cancer - like she did herself.
Scholarships carry on legacy of Minnesota father, son who died hiking
Tuesday will mark seven years to the day a father and son from St. Louis Park were reported missing after going on a hike in Colorado. Damian and Evan McManus' remains were found a few months later, but friends and family are keeping their memory alive through their favorite sport.
‘This is the way it should be’: Tennessee police officer helps teens with their ties for senior photos
Officer Adam Price pulled over and helped the two teens, first tying the ties around his own neck and then putting them on 18-year-old Elijah Darling and his friend, Jalen Lewis.
Fallen firefighter’s 6-year-old son gets fire truck parade for birthday 1 day after father’s death
When firefighter Jared Lloyd was killed in the line of duty on March 23, his comrades organized a fire truck birthday parade for his 6-year-old son, Logan, the day after his father’s tragic death.
Stray dog gifted stuffed unicorn after ‘consistently’ stealing it from dollar store
One stray dog’s determination to swipe a stuffed unicorn from a North Carolina dollar store turned into the “ultimutt“ surprise for the four-legged friend.
Good Samaritans pull officer from crashed, burning patrol car after chase
Two men rescued an officer from a burning patrol car. The officer lost control of the unit while pursuing a motorcyclist accused of failing to stop at a red light.
The Ambassador of Lonsdale: Man with autism brings smiles waving to passing traffic
On the outskirts of Lonsdale, there's a friendly fixture, who encourages a symphony of car horns to fill the air.
Minnesota man with autism brings smiles waving to passing traffic
A young man on the autism spectrum has become an unofficial greeter in one community just south of the Twin Cities metro.
Arizona firefighter reveals hidden piano talent after responding to call at assisted-living facility
Watch out Beethoven — a new pianist is in town!
Surfer rescues dog, man from Lake Superior, nominated for award
The Duluth Police Department is commending a Lake Superior surfer after he rescued a dog and man from the water.
‘Take a chance on me’: 20-year-old with autism posts letter on LinkedIn to future employers
A 20-year-old Virginia man with autism posted a letter on LinkedIn asking potential future employers to “take a chance” on him. The letter went viral and landed him a summer scholarship.
Minnesota family fights for increased acceptance of children with Down syndrome
Sunday, Mar. 21 is World Down Syndrome Day. The 21st day of the third month was selected to represent the triplication of the 21st chromosome that causes Down syndrome.
After pandemic prevents trip, Waconia, Minn. boy uses Make-A-Wish funds to fix up playground
A Waconia boy is following in the footsteps of another child from his city, and using his Make-a-Wish opportunity to help fix up a playground for kids with disabilities.
Stranger gifts free car to Minnesota mother after crowdfunding campaign
A stranger's act of kindness helped a Minnesota mother in need get a set of wheels for her and her family.
Colorblind man sees vibrant hues of red, green and blue for 1st time with corrective glasses
Video shared March 16 by Star Ely shows her husband putting on the special glasses and walking through the town of Andover, Massachusetts.