Humble Acworth officer credits 'God' for saving choking senior on New Year’s Day
A quick-thinking police officer helped to save a senior citizen's life on New Year's Day.
Last dog rescued after BioLab fire adopted from PAWS Atlanta
Smidgen, the longest-tenured BioLab fire rescue dog at PAWS Atlanta, has finally been adopted after spending 461 days at the shelter.
Woman living abroad in Australia surprises best friend at Lightning home game: 'Tears were shed'
A woman living abroad in Australia surprised her best friend in the best way at the Tampa Bay Lightning's home game two weeks ago.
Dog survives 6 days trapped in 20-foot dry well under house
Firefighters performed a high-stakes technical rescue to save a dog after she survived six days trapped in a 20-foot-deep dry well beneath a home.
Officers buy jacket, snow pants for freezing shoplifting suspect
The man was also treated for an infection on his hand that was causing him pain.
Buddhist monks ring in New Year in Georgia with ceremony during 2,300-mile journey
A group of Buddhist monks departed Snellville on Thursday afternoon. Here's where they are now.
Purina Foundation awards $1.165 million in grants to nonprofits across US to support animal welfare efforts
The Purina Foundation continued its support of animal welfare efforts in 2025 by awarding $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States.
25 feel-good, heartwarming moments of 2025
From small gestures to big heroes to unforgettable surprises – 2025 was full of moments that warmed hearts.
Peace walk monks stop at Snellville temple for special visit
A group of Buddhist monks walking thousands of miles across the country in a call for peace and unity arrived in Gwinnett County on Wednesday, drawing crowds of supporters along their route.
Monks in Decatur: Walk of Peace greeted with open arms
Nineteen Buddhist monks held a peace rally in Decatur during a 2,300-mile journey from Texas to Washington, D.C.
Meet Aloka, the peace dog winning hearts nationwide during Walk for Peace
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
Buddhist monks’ Walk for Peace draws massive crowd in Morrow: 'It’s more than them just walking'
Thousands gathered at Southlake Mall in Morrow as Buddhist monks on a cross-country Walk for Peace drew overwhelming crowds.
Buddhist monks draw largest crowd yet during Georgia stop on cross-country peace walk
Buddhist monks walking from Texas to Washington drew their largest crowd yet during a peace walk stop in Trilith.
Hundreds gather in LaGrange to meet Buddhist monks on peace walk
Hundreds gathered in LaGrange to welcome a group of Buddhist monks on a 120-day walking pilgrimage from Texas to Washington, D.C.
Catoosa County firefighters save pets, reptiles from house fire
Multiple animals, including reptiles, were safely removed from the burning home.
Hosea Helps feeds 1,500 people on Christmas as demand for aid surges
Hosea Helps volunteers fed 1,500 people on Christmas as the Atlanta nonprofit reported record demand driven by SNAP benefit cuts and financial strain.
Forsyth County Jeepers deliver Christmas Eve cookies to 15 stations
Firefighters across Forsyth County received a holiday surprise on Christmas Eve as members of the Forsyth County Jeepers rolled through the county delivering cookies and milk.
Cartersville firefighters help save dog’s life on Christmas Eve
Cartersville firefighters are being hailed as heroes after helping a family transport their 13-year-old dog to an emergency vet on Christmas Eve.
Man picks up DoorDashing on top of day job to buy engagement ring: “I don’t care how long it takes"
Bradley Cho has actually gotten offers from jewelers and followers to help him reach his goal faster, but has said he'd rather work hard and show his commitment to his girlfriend by continuing his DoorDashing journey.
Holiday giving guide: How to support your communities with donations this Christmas
From food drives to toy collections, explore the best ways to give back and help those in need throughout your community for the holidays.