Good News Stories

Louisiana Man Rescues Boy From Alligator-Infested Waters

March 22, 2022 / 8,487 views

A Louisiana man has been credited with rescuing a young boy from alligator-infested waters.

Wales Bans Physical Punishment Against Children, Including Smacking And Slapping

March 22, 2022 / 6,715 views

As of March 21, all forms of physical punishment against children (such as smacking, hitting, slapping and shaking) is illegal in Wales.

Alcohol-Free Bar In Texas Fuels The Growing 'Sober-Curious' Movement

March 21, 2022 / 12,941 views

For more than 4 years, Chris Marshall has run an alcohol-free bar in Texas. The bar is part of the growing movement known as 'sober curious'.

Chicago Businessman Is Giving Away $1 Million In Free Gas

March 19, 2022 / 10,639 views

Chicago businessman Willie Wilson donated $200,000 in free gas across the city this week. Next week, he's donating $1 million.

Gas Station Lowers Price To $2.25 To Give Community A Break At The Pump

March 18, 2022 / 7,759 views

A gas station in North Carolina sold gas for $2.25 a gallon until they ran out.

Children's Telephone Hotline 'Peptoc' Goes Viral

March 17, 2022 / 11,058 views

Elementary school students in Healdsburg, California, are providing encouragement and inspiration through recorded messages on a free telephone hotline. Peptoc by Asherah Weiss and Jessica Martin.

A Dog Presumed Dead In An Avalanche Is Found Alive Days Later

March 16, 2022 / 10,886 views

A dog presumed to have died in an avalanche is home after spending days in the frigid cold.

3 Strangers Help Woman Evacuate 86 Cats From Shelter During Fire

March 15, 2022 / 8,418 views

Jackie Mihal had to pack her an entire life in a matter of seconds while also evacuating more than 80 cats.

Mail Carrier Shovels Snow For Disabled Veteran

March 15, 2022 / 11,326 views

A mail carrier in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, went above and beyond what was expected after a recent storm dumped eight inches of snow on the area.

Bismack Biyombo Is Donating His NBA Salary To Build A Hospital In DR Congo

March 14, 2022 / 8,854 views

NBA star Bismack Biyombo is honoring his late father by building a hospital in his native country.

Maryland Will Become Second State To Ban Declawing Cats

March 12, 2022 / 7,322 views

The Maryland House voted on Thursday to ban the declawing of cats unless it is medically necessary.

Actress Jennifer Garner Is On An 'Act Of Kindness' Streak

March 11, 2022 / 9,557 views

A week after buying coffee for strangers at Starbucks, Jennifer Garner shares tips on how to give back to those in need with a small Ziploc bag.

Congress Finally Passes Bill To Help The US Postal Service

March 10, 2022 / 8,234 views

The reform bill is estimated to save the US postal service more than a $100 billion over the next 10 years.

City Trees And Soil Are Sucking More Carbon Out Of The Atmosphere Than Previously Thought

March 09, 2022 / 7,683 views

Boston University researchers found that trees and soils on the outermost edge of forests are taking in and storing more carbon dioxide than previously thought.

Pest Control Technician Saves Drowning Bird From Pool

March 08, 2022 / 8,628 views

A pest control technician in Arizona went above and beyond the job to help rescue an animal in need.

'I Gotta Save This Child At All Costs': Police Officer Rescues Toddler From Fire

March 08, 2022 / 8,990 views

A 24-year-old police officer risked his life to rescue a toddler trapped in a burning apartment building in Rogersville, Alabama.