Family of Melissa Highsmith, toddler abducted 51 years ago, 'overjoyed' after being reunited
Melissa Highsmith was raised just minutes from where she was abducted from her mother's Fort Worth, Texas, apartment on Aug. 23, 1971, when she was just 21 months old.
Officer, wife struggling with infertility adopts infant dropped off at hospital
Myah was dropped off inside a Safe Haven box at an Indiana hospital. It didn’t take long for her to find a forever home.
Waxahachie restaurant gives out free meals to community members in need
Tacos 4 Life in Waxahachie opened its doors Thursday — but not to make money. The store owner said he wanted to give back to the community by providing free Thanksgiving dinners.
Tariq 'the corn kid' donates 50,000 cans of corn to NYC food bank
The adorable 7-year-old quickly became known as “the corn kid” when he appeared on an online show and told the world why he loves corn so much.
Struggling North Texans thankful for food bank giveaways as inflation soars during holidays
This time of year is always busy for food banks across DFW, but they are even busier as inflation continues to have a big impact on grocery bills. But across North Texas, there are continued efforts to make sure as many as possible have a Thanksgiving meal.
Tearjerking video: Chimpanzee reunited with newborn baby after nearly 2-day separation
The baby was separated from his mother for nearly two days following his birth because he was having difficulty breathing, according to the zoo.
Utah man jumps into icy river to save woman attempting suicide
“I told her ‘I don’t know who you are, but I’m here and I love you, and I’m going to help you,’” Dane Entze said.
Southwest Airlines pilot hangs from window to retrieve passenger’s lost phone
The video shows the pilot hanging from the window as the phone is quickly passed up to him.
Texas couple shares incredible liver transplant story
A Galveston-area couple is giving thanks for another year of life. They each got a second chance thanks to organ donors.
Watch: Girl, 9, cries tears of joy as mother reveals she's cancer-free
Earlier this year, Leeanne O’Donoghue was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and underwent weeks of treatment — which she said had been "soul-destroying" for her kids.
Dolly Parton awarded $100 million from Jeff Bezos to give to charities of her choice
Jeff Bezos awarded Dolly Parton his Courage and Charities Award for $100 million.
Van Gogh, a one-eared rescue dog, creates art with tongue
Van Gogh was recused from a dog fighting ring, which left him with severe injuries, including a mutilated ear and several lacerations on his body.
Family of Richardson boy who received service dog meets those who raised, trained her
A Richardson boy with spina bifida received his specially trained service dog from an Irving based non-profit that matches people around the nation with dogs that can give them greater independence.
Spirit Halloween helps hospitalized kids celebrate the holiday in style
Halloween is about more than just costumes and decorations for one major holiday retailer: It’s also about helping sick children.
Organ donor, 27, saves the lives of multiple people: ‘He has given life to others’
Alex Newlove may have lived a short life, but his legacy will most likely outlast the years he spent on Earth.
Rockwall woman celebrates her 105th birthday
It was big birthday bash Friday for Rockwall resident Joyce Ruminer as she celebrated her 105th birthday.
After being surrendered to shelter, 19-year-old dog showered with love by best friends
Annie, a 19-year-old Labrador retriever mix, is crossing off a bucket list of adventures in her last days at a loving foster home — thanks to two best friends and roommates.
Father rushes from coal mining job to attend game with son in touching photo
Michael McGuire didn’t have time to shower and wash away the coal dust before the game. That’s how important it was for him to be there.
Midlothian ISD honors football coach who died after cancer battle
The Midlothian community honored the life of a beloved football coach who lost his battle with cancer last weekend. Clif White was just 37 years old and had suffered from a rare form of cancer for several months.
Corsicana ISD workers revive colleague whose heart stopped
A Corsicana ISD administrative assistant wants to thank her coworkers for saving her life. She collapsed during a meeting and had no pulse, but her colleagues knew exactly what to do.