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Neighborhood Heroes
Off-Duty Firefighter Dives Under Capsized Boat to Save 3 Trapped Children
A firefighter saved 3 children trapped under a capsized boat after diving into the water during a Fourth of July lake outing.
Environment
$14.8 Million Is Headed to Rivers and Lakes Near You – And It Could Mean Better Fishing for Everyone
A $14.8 million investment will fund river and lake restoration projects across 26 states, improving fish habitats, water quality and local communities.
Neighborhood Heroes
German World Cup Fan Feared a ‘Dangerous’ America – One Family’s Roadside Kindness Changed His Mind
A German World Cup fan who feared America discovered unexpected kindness after a family helped him when he was stranded on the road.
Inspirational
First American Woman Rows Solo Across Pacific, Raises $30,000 for Charity
Kelsey Pfendler, the first American woman to complete a solo Pacific row, crossing California to Hawaii while raising $30,000 for charity.
Pets
Lost Florida Dog Found 1,000 Miles Away Reunites With Family
A lost Florida dog was found more than 1,000 miles away on Long Island, reuniting the 13-year-old Shih Tzu with his family after months apart.
Communities Doing Good
Portland’s Free Grocery Store Lets Families Choose Their Own Food
Portland’s free grocery store lets families choose fresh groceries at no cost, offering a more dignified approach to food assistance.
Quirky
Climbers Make An Unexpected Friend When Mountain Goat Licks Salt From Man’s Leg Halfway Up Cliff
A mountain goat joins Jake and Nick on an Alpine via ferrata before licking salt from Nick’s leg during the unforgettable cliffside encounter.
Science & Innovation
World-First Burn Treatment Heals Student’s Face Without Skin Grafts
A world-first burn treatment helped an 18-year-old student heal severe facial burns without skin grafts, offering hope for future patients.