By Madison GesiottoIt’s time for some uplifting stories
Looking for something other than the doom and gloom? We thought so! That’s why we’ve created this page. Our very own Madison Gesiotto is going to be curating the best stories of recovery, life, and hope. Bookmark this page and be sure to visit frequently to lift your spirits!
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Monday March 1, 2021
Gallery: Two-month old puppy joins Rescue Board’s bomb disposal unit, ERR News
HOUSTON TEEN RAISES $150,000 AFTER USING COLLEGE SAVINGS TO HELP PAY HER MOTHER’S RENT, Black Enterprise
Arrest made in stabbing death of good Samaritan who tried to stop robbery in Brooklyn, ABC 7 NY
Over $150,000 Raised For Charity As Sardoche Wins PogChamps 3, Chess.com
Former Coronation Street star thrilled as she welcomes ‘miracle’ baby boy, Echo
Analysis: Donald Trump is back in business, Telegraph
Friday February 26, 2021
California firefighter helps deliver his baby on side of road, ABC 30 KFSN
National Guard members staying at DC hotel surprised with visit from therapy dogs, ABC 7 WJLA
World War II veteran receives more than 1,000 cards for 101st birthday, ABC 15 News
Cuddling in Freezing Temperatures, Newborn Calf and Border Collie Become Adorable Best Friends, Good News Network
Small Vermont donkey with big voice goes viral, WCAX 3
Puppy born with 6 legs, 2 tails called a ‘miracle’, Live Science
Thursday February 25, 2021
Alex Morgan scores 1st goal for US Women’s National Team since giving birth to daughter, Good Morning America
Doorbell video captures moment good Samaritan returns lost wallet in Florida, NBC News
Meet the Tampa Realtor behind this viral, honest house listing, Tampa Bay Times
Puppy born with 6 legs, 2 tails called a ‘miracle’, Live Science
Texas Bakery Donates Over $10K of Food to Locals Hit by Storm: ‘Responsibility to Our Community’, People
Wednesday February 24, 2021
‘‘They were shocked’: Woman surprises Guilford County Animal Shelter with massive donation, My Fox 8
One Happy Family: Mama bear reunites with her 3 adorable cubs, WBIR
Zion Cologne receives $2,500 donation from local farmers, SunPatriot Newspapers
Law Payne Beat the Odds of His Upbringing to Become an Incredible Entrepreneur and Fitness Expert, Yahoo! Finance
Get the good cheese to make this healthy salad even more delicious, Duluth News Tribune
MSU upsets Illinois, but in a big win it was all about the ‘little things’, The State News
Tuesday February 23, 2021
‘They are our neighbors’: Homeless shelter sees ‘phenomenal success’, Martha’s Vineyard Times
How to be happy, according to an expert who asked more than 500 people in all 50 states, Boston.com
Eat delicious food, support restaurants, and fight waste. Too Good To Go is a game-changing app., The Philadelphia Inquirer
Utah Jazz flip the switch with record-breaking shooting night against Hornets, Sporting News
Optical Boutique Peter Maeve is Giving Back to Frontline Workers, Step Out Buffalo
Monday February 22, 2021
Stranger buys basketball hoop for boy shooting hoops into trash can, KIRO 7
‘Miracle’ puppy rescued from Detroit River after 4 days in blistering cold, ABC 7 WXYZ
Strangers took in a delivery driver for 5 days after she was stranded in the Texas storm, CNN
Scotland’s hilarious gritter fleet triggers naming contests in US and Russia, The Scotsman
Great white shark-sized fish discovered from ancient fossil, Radio.com
Janet Jackson calls UCLA gymnast Margzetta Frazier after floor routine with her music goes viral, ABC 7
Friday February 19, 2021
Against all odds, Twins open spring training camp on time, Star Tribune
Local healthcare worker wins dream wedding giveaway in Cedar Rapids, ABC 9 KCRG
Special Delivery: Agencies work together to transport healthcare workers, patients, Vicksburg Post
Reconstruction and book signings in this weeks 850 Good News, NBC 7 WJHG
McDowell: Winning the Daytona 500 Makes the Journey Worth The While, Radio.com
Craig Ferguson Is Celebrating 29 Years Sober, And We’re Here For It, Cinema Blend
Thursday February 18, 2021
The viral video of flying dosa is breaking the internet, Times of India
More than 4,500 cold-stunned sea turtles rescued from frigid Texas waters, Q13 Fox Seattle
Krispy Kreme offering special doughnut Thursday to celebrate Mars landing, WSAV Savannah
McDonald’s Latest Happy Meal Toys Are Selling for $1,000 on eBay, Thrillest
WATCH: Goalie becomes virtual beer hockey legend after viral video, KRON 4 San Fransisco
Good News Update From Sue!, Radio.com
Wednesday February 17, 2021
Miracle baby returns home after spending his whole life as a hospital patient, Our Quad Cities
‘Never Give Up,’ Or How An Underdog Team Persevered and Won Daytona, Autoweek
Good Samaritan helping hundreds of drivers stranded in Austin winter storm, KVUE
7 Tips To Create The Winning Combination For Happiness And Career Success, Forbes
Pulse: Readers tell us about a time when tech saved the day, INMAN
17-year-old’s podcasts about autism change hearts and minds, WRAL
Tuesday February 16, 2021
Elementary students in L.A. can return to school, health officials say, Bloomberg
A Very Special Night To Shine (A Valentine’s Story), North Escambia News
17-year-old’s podcasts about autism change hearts and minds, WRAL
Set aside your phone, leave surprise notes and other tips to keep the spark in your relationship, St George News
Here’s the happy news on paid parental leave, The Sydney Morning Herald
John Travolta’s daughter Ella celebrates happy news with rare tribute to famous dad, Hello!
Monday February 15, 2021
More than 25 animals adopted from Kanawha animal shelter in Officer Johnson’s memory, WCHS-TV
School gardens can help kids eat healthier foods, study finds, Consumer Affair
How lockdown led to a music studio for young adults experiencing homelessness in the UK, Music Radar
Bitcoin’s Epic Run Is Winning More Attention on Wall Street, Bloomberg
24 couples renew their vows on Valentine’s Day in Haddonfield, 6 ABC Philadelphia
Antoine Winfield Jr. shared the most beautiful moment with his father after Super Bowl 55, For The Win
Friday February 12, 2021
Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge goes virtual in its 25th year, Carroll County Times
MUST WATCH: Texas mom tackles man she said was peeping in daughter’s bedroom, KSLN News Radio
Tocilizumab cuts death rate in severe COVID-19, study finds, CIDRAT
Zoom blooper turns lawyer into a kitten: ‘I’m here live, I’m not a cat’, CNET
How Oscar Robertson’s visionary leadership empowered athletes and changed the NBA forever, Sporting News
Disney earnings: Surge by Disney+ to nearly 95 million subscriptions leads to surprise profit, MarketWatch
Thursday February 11, 2021
Virtual Valentine Dates Surprise Two Senior Couples in Real Love at Aspired Living of Prospect Heights, Chicago Daily Herald
After 3 years, McDonald’s is bringing back Hi-C Orange Lavaburst, Today
Virtual Polar Bear Plunge raises $700,000 for Special Olympics Delaware, Newark Post
Boy gives ‘bonus dad’ adoption papers, MSN
Maine Credit Unions Reach Fundraising Milestone in Fight to End Hunger, 92 Moose
Charity to give away fresh fruits, vegetables in Baton Rouge, Times Union
Wednesday February 10, 2021
3-Legged Dog Gets Adopted by Vet Who Saved His Life: ‘He’s the Perfect Fit’, People
Residents, county leaders happy with biopharmaceutical company bringing jobs to Triangle, CBS 17
Air Force veteran works to help others who served, ABC 8 WFAA
‘GMA’ Love Train: Experts help couples who have hit a rough patch during pandemic, Good Morning America
Downtown run club rewards its members with happy hour, Kris 6 News Corpus Christie
Special delivery: Send a Valentine’s Day card to a Texas senior, ABC 8 WFAA
Tuesday February 9, 2021
Pompeii’s Museum Reopens With Dazzling Display of Archaeological Treasures, Smithsonian Magazine
Special delivery: Send a Valentine’s Day card to a Texas senior, ABC 8 WFAA
Jeffery Osborne and Coach Cooley are Giving Back To Those in Need, The Rhode Show
Coal Miner Plucks Woman Out of Her Car Moments Before it Went Up in Flames, Good News Network
Glut Of Empty Boston Apartments Means Good Deals For Renters, CBS Local
10 Reunion Movies That Make Us Want To Get The Gang Back Together, Screen Rant
Monday February 8, 2021
Local museum showcases personal artifacts from Holocaust survivors in ‘Stories of Survival’, Click 2 Houston
First Midwest Bank donates nearly $500,000 to charity, NWI The Times
This Teenager Helped Launch Seed Libraries in Every State, Modern Farmer
Bellevue 10-year-old builds website to share positive news about COVID-19, King 5
8 Lottery Winner Success Stories That Will Inspire You to Buy a Ticket, The Balance Everyday
Happy Dog = Happy Family, iHeart Radio
Friday February 5, 2021
Alexandria Kickboxing Academy owner proud of how club has adapted to lockdown, Scottish Daily Record
Procession turnout helped Spec. Antonio Moore’s family through the darkest days, NBC 6 WECT
Missing Missouri 15-year-old girl and baby found safe, CNET
Super Bowl 55 has no lack of story lines, starting with Mahomes vs. Brady, Fox Sports
6 Leadership Best Practices to Empower Your Workforce, Entrepreneur
How to make classic snacks at home: Chex Mix 2 ways, sweet or savory, Good Morning America
Thursday February 4, 2021
Watch: Cleaner Who Served Apartment Building for 2 Decades Gifted Penthouse, Video Goes Viral, News 18
Missing Missouri 15-year-old girl and baby found safe, NBC 5 KSDK
Salsa dancing can improve your life and empower your soul, Fox 21 Colorado Springs
Local woman gives birth in parking lot – then delivers a surprise second baby 20 minutes later, East Idaho News
Good Eggs raises $100M and plans to launch in Southern California, Tech Crunch
Grandpa saves children from fox, KCTV Kansas City
Wednesday February 3, 2021
UPDATE: Former police K-9 who survived 19 days after crash heads home with loved ones, AZ Family
Good Neighbor: Brian Markovich, Man on a Mission to Help, NBC 2 WGRZ
‘No Surprise Act’ aims to stop surprise medical billing, News 5 WCSC
Kitten survives after refusing to come down from tree during Ohio snowstorm, WKYT
Lisa Marie Presley Shares Family Photo on Birthday: I ‘Couldn’t Have Made It Through Without’ Them, People
5 Minutes That Will Make You Love String Quartets, New York Times
Tuesday February 2, 2021
In the fight: Soldier escapes gang violence to emerge as Army boxer, leader, United States Army
Good Samaritan surprises 5 carjacking victims with free replacement cars, NBC 11 KCBD
Young Entrepreneurs: Adaptive classroom students start decal business, ABC 12 WCTI
Portsmouth Class of 1962 ring mystery solved — with a twist, Seacoast Online
Mom spent 20 hours detangling daughter’s hair after freak toy incident, New York Post
Monday February 1, 2021
Special delivery: Papergirl posts free gifts to elderly customers, Metro Newspaper UK
High school principal works night shift at Walmart, donates paycheck to students in need, ABC 11
New Carlisle resident makes milestone 200th donation to Community Blood Center, Dayton.com
Hyattsville native track star talks about her role in viral video, Fox 5 DC
Invasive Brown Tree Snakes Stun Scientists With Amazing New Climbing Tactic, Smithsonian
Staying healthy and happy through Afro-fusion dance, WWLP Mass Appeal
Friday January 29, 2021
Bay Minette native remembers special moment with Kobe one year after No. 24’s death, WKRG News 5
The viral ‘Bernie’s Mittens’ crochet doll listed on eBay led to a charity donation of more than $40,000, Business Insider
32 children win Pradhan Mantri Bal Puraskar for outstanding accomplishments, Yahoo! India News
U.S. Open qualifying is back! Here’s every site for the 2021 U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open, Golf
A sick couple rushed to marry in UK COVID ward. Now they have a second chance, Reuters
UW discovery changes current understanding of insulin pathway, UW Badger Herald
Thursday January 28, 2021
Forgotten wallet turns into cashier generosity repaid hundreds of times over, KUTV
“It Took A Chunk Out Of Our Motors”: Great White Shark Bites Boat In Viral Video, NDTV
Fundraiser, big boom in business keeps restaurant alive, News Channel WSAZ 3
Tom Brady had a special moment with his son after winning the NFC championship, Yahoo! Sports
Miracle for Madalyn: Teachers rally behind Mobile student battling cancer for 3rd time, NBC 15 News
CDC Makes The Case For Schools Reopening, NPR
Wednesday January 27, 2021
‘MIRACLE CAT’ RESCUED FROM RUBBISH TRUCK SECONDS BEFORE BEING CRUSHED, Euro News
Mortgage Rates Keep Sinking — Why It Might Be a Good Time to Refinance Your Home Now, Market Watch
Virtual job fair coming to Indianapolis, giving hope to Hoosiers without work, Wish TV
Novi principal writes blog to address rumors about teachers winning $1 billion Mega Millions lottery, Click On Detroit
Jennifer King makes NFL history with full-time hire by Washington Football Team, 247 Sports
Fight cancer like a tiger: Northwest Arkansas tiger recovering after 2020 battle, 5 News Online
Tuesday January 26, 2021
World-first: Blind Israeli man regains sight after artificial cornea transplant, New Zealand Herald
A Marvelous Day: Oklahoma City 9-Year-Old Adopted After 5 Years, News 9
Trump officially opens ‘Office of the Former President’, New York Post
5 places reopening after California’s stay-home order lifted, Los Angeles Times
Victims of house fire met with outpouring of support, The Grand Island Independent
I Adopted A Dog To Feel Less Alone During COVID-19. He Ended Up Changing My Life., Huffington Post
Monday January 25, 2021
Train conductor makes stop in Youngstown for special delivery, WKBN 27 First News
Rare double eaglet hatch caught on camera, Fox 23 News
WATCH: Little girl makes adorable sales pitch to security camera, East Coast Radio
Rare Rock Formation That Looks Like Cookie Monster Could Be Worth Over $10,000, International Business Times
California Governor Gavin Newsom expected to lift strict stay-at-home orders, sources say, ABC 7 Los Angeles
Return to Almost Normal May Be Closer Than You Think, The Wall Street Journal
Friday January 22, 2021
Devoted dog chases ambulance, spends days outside hospital waiting for sick owner, ABC 7 KABC
‘It felt really good’: Postponed Blazers games prompt food donations, NBC 8 KGW
Man’s best friend rallies help to Cumberland County fire scene, Penn Live Patriot News
Boomer & Gio regular ‘Dan in Carteret’ saves a man’s life on Lake Deal, WFAN Sports Radio
Michigan sports reporter making the country laugh in the midst of pandemic, ABC 57
NEW ELECTRIC CAR BATTERY CHARGES IN JUST FIVE MINUTES, Futurism
Thursday January 21, 2021
Santa Maria man, dog charm the world in viral TikTok video: ‘I love her more than my life’, Santa Maria Times
A miracle? Deacon from fire-damaged Hubbard church believes it is so, WFMJ 21
Swiss Police’s viral ‘Jerusalema’ dance video ends with Irish cops accepting challenge, The Indian Express
Several bills introduced aim to help New Mexico-owned businesses, KRQE News 13
Romania activist urges people to do something good every day, AP News
One ticket sold in Maryland wins $731.1 million Powerball jackpot, CNN
Wednesday January 20, 2021
Remdesivir combo reduces COVID-19 recovery time, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy
ADORABLE BABY MONKEY BORN AT PHILADELPHIA ZOO, NJ 101.5 FM Radio
‘Grandma Is God’s Angel’ – St Thomas Woman Praised For Opening Home To Logwood Children, The Gleaner
Could history repeat itself? Upstate convenience store hoping for a big win, NBC 4 WYFF
Parishioners of St. Patrick’s in Hubbard won’t let church fire break their spirit, WKBN First News 27
Tuesday January 19, 2021
Video of baby dancing to Tool’s ‘Invincible’ goes viral, Radio.com
Donations to Lamar Jackson’s favorite charity reach more than $400,000, Buffalo News
Giving Back: Montclair Bakery Donates Bread to Families in Need, Tap Into Monclair
Good News: Symphony musician receives award, grant for cultural contributions, The Florida Times-Union
Egypt unlocks more secrets in Saqqara with discovery of temple, sarcophagi, ABC News
Monday January 18, 2021
Philadelphia restaurants reopen for limited indoor dining, Philadelphia Inquirer
Freedom Life Church overcomes obstacles to get back some normalcy, NBC KCLCTV
Little girl makes cookie sales pitch to doorbell camera. Adorable viral video, India Today
Lost Wallet in Marin County sets off chain of good deeds, The Mercury News
Video of baby dancing to Tool’s ‘Invincible’ goes viral, Radio.com
Powerball Jackpot increases to $730 million, 3 winning tickets worth $50,000 or more announced locally, ABC 6 Knoxville
Friday January 15, 2021
Firefighters raise money for woman who lost son’s ashes in fire’, KOKI Fox 23
Meet the 20 CT dogs featured in this year’s Puppy Bowl, The Middletown Press
Harrisburg Police Lieutenant continues recovery after COVID-19 battle, ABC 27
One Trick That’ll Help You Live a Wealthier and Happier Life: Framing, Kiplinger
Finding Joy: Staying Entertained And Happy During The COVID-19 Pandemic, CBS Pittsburgh
Betty White preps for 99th Birthday, says she is ‘blessed with good health’, News 4 JAX
Thursday January 14, 2021
Customer tips $2,021 at North Miami Beach restaurant, keeps challenge going into new year, 7 News Miami
An unbreakable bond: Sibling Trio in Austin looking for a family to adopt them together, ABC KVUE
Teenager’s cake bakes raise hundreds of pounds for local charity, The Bradley Stroke Journal
‘Stand your ground’ law expanded as DeWine signs bill into law, WHIO 7 Ohio
Why the opportunity for innovation in technology has never been greater, IT Pro Portal
Frontline workers, clients welcome COVID vaccine with ‘tears of joy’, Catholic Philly
Wednesday January 13, 2021
Community rallies together to support Waimanalo family who lost home in New Year’s Eve fire, KHON 2
Dog blesses devotees and shakes hands outside temple in adorable viral video. Watch, India Today
Viral Video: Amazon Delivery Man Arrives On Horseback In Snow-Covered Srinagar, NDTV
‘Your family never gets left behind’: Two brothers stick together in search of a forever home, ABC KVUE
Amelia military mom surprises family after year-long deployment, 6 News Richmond
Mega Millions jackpot now at $750 million after no winning tickets drawn, Fox 8 Cleveland
Tuesday January 12, 2021
Home more than 100 years old saved in Cedar Rapids, ABC 9 KCRG
Illinois father surprises family, graduates college alongside daughter, Texomas
Sarah Jessica Parker Confirms a Sex and the City Revival Is Officially in the Works, Town and Country Magazine
Sightings of gray whales and their babies of California coast a good sign for species, The Mercury News
Landon’s Legacy to break ground on Miracle Field this spring, KTVQ 2
Apparel company giving back to Cape Breton, Journal Pioneer
Monday January 11, 2021
Good Samaritan who helped Minnesota state trooper gets gift of thanks, ABC 5 KSTP
Can Stocks Keep Soaring In 2021? Just Look At The Past Five Days, Investor’s Business Daily
Sarah Jessica Parker confirms Sex and the City reunion for HBO Max, New Zealand Herald
Golden retriever puppy discovers a doorstop and doesn’t know how to react, Good Morning America
Woman who saved £10,000 during first two lockdowns shares her tips for stashing the cash, Yahoo! Lifestyle
Irish ‘laughing dad’ goes viral, BBC
Friday January 8, 2021
Happy New Year: You’re fabulous just the way you are, Fox 5 Orlando
Kid Rock donates $100K to help hard-hit bars, restaurants, gyms, Detroit Free Press
Barstool Fund grows to $20 million, New York businesses among those helped, WPIX 11 New York
Browns win is special moment for lifelong fan dying of cancer, Fox 8
LAPD: Man pictured holding woman in DTLA attack was Good Samaritan trying to pull her to safety, Fox 11 Los Angeles
Why being creative is good for you, BBC Culture
Thursday January 7, 2021
Happy New Year: You’re fabulous just the way you are, Fox 5 Orlando
Pastor’s answered prayer opens up remote learning for children in poverty, Keep the Faith
Stocks Climb Toward Records as Tech Shares Recover, Wall Street Journal
Something Good: Cards of Encouragement, NBC 5 Dallas
Happy New Year: You’re fabulous just the way you are, Wish TV
UPDATE: Young woman with autism, Down syndrome has been located, KHOU 11
BHN Puck Links: Another Miracle On Ice, Boston Bruins Looking For D, Boston Hockey Now
Wednesday January 6, 2021
Law enforcement families fundraise for ‘good Samaritan’ who help trooper to show gratitude, ABC 5 KSTP
White Whiskers Senior Dog Sanctuary raising money through dog-walking photo contest, WIVB 4
Happy New Year: You’re fabulous just the way you are, Wish TV
Viral Video: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s Daughter Blames ‘Spaghetti Fairy’ For Kitchen Mess, NDTV Food
Mom’s quarantine comedy goes viral, CNN
Statins May Help Protect Heart in Women Treated with Chemotherapy for Breast Cancer, DocWire News
Tuesday January 5, 2021
AZ: WOMAN SAVES FAMILY OF 6 FROM FIRE (ON CAM), WFMZ-TV Allentown
Metro Detroit businesses react to being helped by Barstool Sports Fund, WXYZ
10 things we learned in 2020 about living a good life, ABC 17
Michigan high schools allowed to reopen today as part of revised COVID order, Click On Detroit
Man encourages elderly mother to climb the stairs in priceless fashion, Yahoo! News Canada
‘Thank you for helping my brother;’ Family still hopeful for miracle for 4-month-old boy, WHIO-TV 7
Monday January 4, 2021
Meet the Wharton grad student dropping free pizzas out of his Center City apartment window, WPVI-TV
Browns’ Strong Season Brings Positivity to Businesses During Struggling Year, Spectrum News 1
Family allowed at Michigan basketball game for first time this season: ‘It was beautiful to see’, Michigan Live
More Good News Is Coming For Tesla Stock In January, Investor’s Business Daily
Idaho Lottery looking for 2 big winners and 1 really big winner, Local News 8
Train driver accepts platform marriage proposal, BBC
Thursday December 31, 2020
7-year-old’s dream of giving back to the elderly comes to life, WBIR 10 News
From charity to triumph: The feel-good stories in golf from 2020, Golfweek
Auctioned-off igloos to highlight New Year’s Eve at Muskegon restaurant, WZZM 13
Friend buying memorabilia, donating items back brought Hall of Famer Johnny Bench to tears, Cincinnati Inquirer
Happy New Year 2021: 21 Quotes and Instagram Captions to Ring in the New Year, Newsweek
Being around birds linked to higher happiness levels, World Economic Forum
Wednesday December 30, 2020
Siebert’s Clothing of Jasper gets help from Barstool Sports, Evansville Courier and Press
Woman reunites with cyclist who saved her, her dogs from bear attack, 7 News Miami
Woman recreates father-daughter dance for grandma who couldn’t attend wedding. Video may leave you teary-eyed, Hindustan Times
KENS CARES: Mission accomplished for Bill’s Elves this Christmas season!, KENS 5
Pack of dogs come running at the sound of whipped cream, Yahoo! Entertainment
A Pandemic of Good News: The Top 50 Positive Stories of 2020, Good News Network
Tuesday December 29, 2020
Dancing Amazon driver: Delivery man’s moves caught on camera, Fox 35 Orlando
Local waitress gets holiday surprise of a lifetime, WTAP-TV
How the latest coronavirus relief bill aids small businesses, ABC News
Discovery about how cancer cells evade immune defenses inspires new treatment approach, Science Daily
Your very good news in a really bad year, MPR News
Covid-19 Vaccine Outlook Prompts Businesses to Dust Off Return-to-Office Plans, Wall Street Journal
Monday December 28, 2020
Juju Smith-Schuster Cleared $25K Worth of Layaway for Christmas Gifts for 170 Families, Black Sports Online
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly | Cancer survivor teaches journaling to help get out of dark places, ABC 10
Christmas Day surprise from Chicago police officers for West Pullman family who lost child to gun violence, ABC 7 Chicago
Miracle COVID baby and mom back at Brooklyn home: healthy and happy this holiday, Pix 11
FedEx helps get rescued mountain lion cubs from California to the Columbus Zoo, Fox 8
Bankers doing good: Uplifting stories from a downbeat year, American Banker
Wednesday December 23, 2020
UPS driver given ‘thank you’ salute by neighbors for work amid COVID, The Trio
A small Christmas gift that bonded two people generations apart, Deseret News
Good news in 2020? Yes, it’s true! Here are 100 positive things that happened this year, USA Today
S&P 500 rises for the first time in 4 days, Nasdaq hits record high, CNBC
Olympus Energy completes record-breaking natural gas well, Pittsburgh Business Times
Street Stories special airs Christmas night on WPRI 12, FOX Providence, WPRI
Tuesday December 22, 2020
These are the happy videos and stories that warmed our hearts this week, Today
Santa’s helper provides bikes — and a merry Christmas to some in need, Santa Marie Islander
Inspiring burn survivor returns home from hospital after nearly a year, WITN
Merry Christmas Car Train Chugs Through Orcutt with Holiday Cheer, NoozHawk Santa Barbara
Food to Cleanse the Arteries, Medical News Today
Monday December 21, 2020
‘He’s so happy to make people smile’: An elderly man’s 90th birthday photoshoot is getting all the love online, Times Now News
In a Pandemic Year, Some Good News for Children, Human Rights Watch
Pawtucket woman turning 94 receives special birthday surprise, WPRI Providence
10 Heartwarming Stories From Bridgewater In 2020, Patch
‘A Good Story, Finally.’ Boy rescued after falling through icy pond, Chicago Tribune
Research shows lullabies in any language relax babies, Harvard Gazette
Friday December 18, 2020
Grandmother working at McDonald’s receives unforgettable surprise from a Secret Santa, East Idaho News
Florida’s Keyontae Johnson is ‘smiling and laughing’, Tampa Bay Times
Determined To Save St. Matthias, Lincoln Square Community Takes Fight Over Church’s Closure To Vatican, Block Club Chicago
Viral video makes light of outdoor dining post-storm in Astoria, Pix 11
This year taught us that no good news is too small to share, Science Magazine
Banner Health hospital hosts dream wedding for young cancer patient, KTAR
Thursday December 17, 2020
This Navy veteran created a program that lets Comcast workers replace homeowners’ tattered U.S. flags – for free, The Philadelphia Inquirer
ESMO 2020: Breast cancer drug set to transform prostate cancer treatment, Institute of Cancer Research
Christmas cheer pouring into Bethel Lutheran Home, Keloland Media Group
World Food Program receives Nobel Peace Prize in Covid-proof ceremony, NBC News
Researchers use new imaging technique to produce digital reconstruction of eye tissues, News Medical
Parents of 12 break down when they discover what a Secret Santa has brought them, East Idaho News
Wednesday December 16, 2020
Jerome Bettis To The Rescue After Alleged Burglar Steals Toys From Kids In Need, TMZ
Miracle 5 Years in the Making: Lost Sweet Pea Finally Goes Home, NBC 4 Los Angeles
How trip inside a volcano helped SF man create new firefighting technology, KRON 4 San Fransisco
87 Year-Old Italian Eatery’s Facebook Post Goes Viral After Asking Fans to Support Its Neighbors, Eater Twin Cities
How to keep your cut Christmas tree fresh this holiday season, KARK Little Rock
Home For The Holidays With A Few Of Our Favorite Things!, KXAN Austin
Tuesday December 15, 2020
Hanukkah celebration lights up Portland with parade, Portland Press Herald
WATCH: Collage Dance Collective will put you in the holiday spirit, WREG 3 Memphis
‘A great day, a great place’: Boston Medical Center staff celebrate the arrival of a coronavirus vaccine, The Boston Globe
Smiling all the way, Hinako Shibuno looks to add another major title to resume, Yahoo! Sports
FDA releases data on Moderna’s COVID vaccine: It looks good, Ars Technica
‘Oh my heart’: Heartwarming moment daughter surprises her 97-year-old mother with a rescue dog, Daily Mail
Monday December 14, 2020
Shoppers react to ‘Secret Santa’ surprise at Oak Ridge Walmart, WKRN Nashville
LOCAL FAMILY STEPS IN TO SAVE SMALL BUSINESS FROM CLOSING FOR GOOD, WFLI 18
Annual gift-drive helping kids in need have a happy holiday, WPRI Providence
First Batch Of Pfizer’s Coronavirus Vaccine Arrives At LAX, CBS Los Angeles
How To Have A Merry Christmas During the Coronavirus, 98.5 The Sports Hub
Friday December 11, 2020
Teachers in South Dakota receive good news, Keloland Media Group
A failed study shows a promising treatment for blindness, The Economist
Three sports, good grades and mom to a 4-year-old, Adirondack Daily Enterprise
Secret Santa puts Christmas tree outside windows of every resident at Carrington nursing home, Inforum
Greece Opens Its Underwater Museum Near An Ancient Era Shipwreck Site, Republic World
Kidney kindness: Carrollton woman’s donor campaign helps land transplant from stranger, Canton Repository
Thursday December 10, 2020
On Your Corner: Stranger’s generosity brings WWII veteran, family together, Wood TV
For the 46th year, house in Highland continues to spread joy amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Chicago Tribune
North Augusta woman sets up mailbox to help get children’s letters to Santa, The Augusta Chronicle
Teachers in South Dakota receive good news, Keloland Media Group
Inside Business celebrates annual Women in Business honorees, The Virginian-Pilot
Aurora 9-year-old continues holiday charity tradition despite COVID-19, 9 News
Wednesday December 9, 2020
WATCH NOW: Mother of four who was carjacked is surprised with new car, thanks to Gary pastor, NWI.com-The Times
Mother-daughter duo to empower pregnant women through online maternity clothing store, NJ.com
Moderna Stock Pops on Vaccine; Dow Nears 30,000, U.S. News and World Report
Inside Business celebrates annual Women in Business honorees, The Virginian-Pilot
Officials aiming to have Covid-19 vaccine administered within 96 hours of authorization, CNN
Snow is coming to Utah which means good news for many things, Fox 13 Now
Tuesday December 8, 2020
Family reunited with 442nd Bronze Star Medal they never knew was lost, KHON 2
Family businesses support toy fund in good times and bad, Press Herald
California Man Says He Tackled and Hit a Bear That Attacked His Pet Pit Bull: ‘That’s My Kid’, People
In dramatic rescue, man overboard in the bay near Berkeley Marina is saved just in time, Berkleyside
Got needle anxiety? Researchers say smiling (or grimacing) can make vaccine shots hurt less, Boston
A happy news bloopers season to you and yours, AV Club
Monday December 7, 2020
Local tree farm notices increased demand for live Christmas trees, Lincoln Journal Star
Supreme Court Pushes Up Deadline in Pennsylvania Mail-In Ballot Dispute, KMJ NOW
Jump into holiday cheer with a unique Star Trek: Discovery-themed gingerbread creation, Daily Star Trek News
Chiefs’ Tyreek Hill makes a catch so good even he doesn’t realize it, ESPN
Buy in bulk — and other brilliant online holiday shopping hacks, Yahoo! Finance
Friday December 4, 2020
Researchers Find New Way To Heal Broken Bones With Futuristic Bandage, CBS Miami
First Lady Melania Trump Unveils the 2020 White House Christmas Décor, White House
‘Frankie the Adventure Goat’ Has Traveled Over 60,000 Miles Across America in Epic Road Trip – LOOK, Good News Network
The Royal Family Decorated Windsor Castle for Christmas, and It Looks Stunning, Town and Country Magazine
Photo Series of Incredible Home Christmas Displays is a Perfect Encapsulation of Americana, Peta Pixel
Applause for Oklahoma’s day of prayer and fasting, Religion News
Thursday December 3, 2020
Despite pandemic, a bevy of good outdoor news in 2020, Sierra Nevada Ally
Missy Elliott Drops $1,300 to Give Bride Her Dream Dress, TMZ
Tampa museum’s director believes service is fundamental for happiness, Fox 13 Tampa Bay
Solider surprises his family on CDA Cruises after returning home from deployment, Fox 28 Spokane
Appreciation: Rafer Johnson was more than a great athlete; he was great man, Los Angeles Times
Millikin students help family business during pandemic, Millikin University
Wednesday December 2, 2020
Wisconsin fire chief hospitalized with COVID-19, community comes together to help the family, ABC 5 KSTP
Christmas Adopt-a-Family program moves online for Northwest Community Schools, MLive
The UK is the first country to grant emergency approval to Pfizer and BioNTech’s Covid-19 vaccine, VOX
Getting in the holiday spirit at Christmas Land, News 10 ABC
The Christmas gift guide: 100 great ideas for all budgets, The Guardian
Long-Term-Care Residents and Health Workers Should Get Vaccine First, C.D.C. Panel Says, The New York Times
Tuesday December 1, 2020
Giving Tuesday 2020: What it is and how to get involved, NBC News
7’s Hero: An Idaho family shares their story of the beauty of adoption, KTVB 7
Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate Gets More Good News, NPR
Casper small businesses are happy about holiday shopping turn out, Wyoming News Now
The scientific reason it feels so good to come home after a long day, The Ladders
Holiday miracle in La Pine: Cat missing for four years is reunited with happy owner, KTVZ News Channel 21