Good News Stories

Hiker Rescued After 10 Days Lost In The Santa Cruz Mountains

June 24, 2024 / 11,512 views

Lukas McClish, 34, of Boulder Creek, has been rescued after being lost for 10 days in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The avid hiker had set out for what he thought would be a brief three-hour hike, but the adventure turned perilous when he became disoriented,

She Bought A Vase At A Thrift Store For $4—Turns Out It's An Ancient Mayan Ceremonial Urn

June 22, 2024 / 13,543 views

Anna Lee Dozier of Washington, DC, made a remarkable discovery at a local thrift store. The four dollar vase turned out to be an ancient Mayan artifact.

Fishermen Save 38 Dogs From Drowning In Mississippi's Grenada Lake

June 21, 2024 / 20,390 views

Today's good news story comes from Grenada, Mississippi. Helena native Bob Gist, a State Farm insurance agent in Jonesboro, became an unexpected hero while crappie fishing on Lake Grenada in Mississippi. What started as a peaceful fishing trip turned

Heroes Emerge In Chengdu: Brave Duo Rescues Unconscious Driver From Sinking Car

June 21, 2024 / 10,120 views

Today's good news story comes from Chengdu, China. Two men are being hailed as heroes after rescuing an unconscious driver from a sinking car drifting down a river in Chengdu City, Sichuan Province. The dramatic incident, captured on video by local r

Taekwondo Family Saves Woman From Assault

June 20, 2024 / 12,188 views

Today's good news story comes from Harris County, Texas. In a remarkable display of courage and quick thinking, the An family, renowned taekwondo instructors and owners of the Yong-In Taekwondo dojo, saved a woman from a harrowing assault.

Police Officer Makes Child's Day With Simple Act Of Kindness

June 19, 2024 / 14,789 views

Today's good news story comes from Memphis, Tennessee. In a heartwarming act of kindness, a Memphis police officer went above and beyond his duty to ensure a young boy could continue pursuing his passion for football.

Incredible Rescue: Bystanders Jump Into Florida Inlet To Save Teen

June 18, 2024 / 12,463 views

Today's good news story comes from Boca Raton, Florida. A dramatic water rescue was captured on camera as three good Samaritans leaped into action to save a struggling teen at the Boca Raton Inlet.

Johns Hopkins Engineering Students Invent Quieter Leaf Blower

June 18, 2024 / 11,828 views

Today's good news story comes from Baltimore, MD. Engineering students at Johns Hopkins University were tasked with an ambitious challenge: redesign a leaf blower to be as powerful as ever, but without the ear-piercing noise that has led to its ban i

MrBeast Gives $200,000 Directly To People In Poverty

June 17, 2024 / 12,879 views

Today's good news story comes from Karamoja, Uganda. Popular YouTuber MrBeast, known for his philanthropy and entertaining videos, has donated $200,000 directly to families in poverty through the charity GiveDirectly.

Miracle Birth: Rare Elephant Twins Thriving

June 14, 2024 / 14,198 views

Today's good news story comes from Ayutthaya, Thailand. In a remarkable event in central Thailand, a 36-year-old Asian elephant named Chamchuri has given birth to rare twins, an occurrence that caretakers have called miraculous.

White Bison Calf Born In Yellowstone, Sparking Hope And Awe

June 13, 2024 / 11,264 views

In a rare and awe-inspiring event, a white bison calf was born in Yellowstone National Park's Lamar Valley. This extraordinary occurrence was witnessed by park visitor and wildlife photographer Erin Braaten, who happened to be at the right place at t

Two Strangers Save Family Of Three In 'Miracle' Rescue On Colorado River

June 12, 2024 / 15,295 views

Today's good news story comes from Grand County, Utah. Sometimes, saving lives is about being in the right place at the right time. Last Thursday, two men from Moab exemplified this when they happened to be on the Colorado River and rescued a family

First-Grader's Kind Gesture Makes Recess Accessible For Special Needs Classmate

June 11, 2024 / 16,569 views

Today's good news story comes from Bulls Gap, Tennessee. Every school day, Abel Baxley, a compassionate first-grader at Bulls Gap Elementary and Middle School, performs a heartwarming act of kindness for his friend and classmate, Natalia Petosa.

Loyal Dog Saves Owner's Life By Running Miles For Help After Accident

June 10, 2024 / 16,504 views

Today's good news story comes from Baker County, Oregon. In a remarkable display of loyalty and bravery, a dog saved his owner's life by running nearly four miles to seek help after a serious car accident. The Baker County Sheriff's Office

Seniors On Weekly Outing Surprised By Stranger's Kindness

June 08, 2024 / 13,137 views

Today's good news story comes from Ontario, Canada. A good Samaritan recently brightened the day for a group of seniors on an outing to a local restaurant by leaving $100 with the wait staff to help cover their bill.

'A Blessing In Disguise': Kindergartener Misses Graduation, Gets Mid-flight Celebration Instead

June 07, 2024 / 14,038 views

Today's good news story comes from Orlando, Florida. A six-year-old boy from Orlando, Xavier Joel, received a surprise graduation celebration mid-flight, thanks to a compassionate Frontier Airlines crew.