Human Interest
Back-2-School Summer Jam Provides Free Supplies and Services for Chicago Families
As families entered a West Side warehouse on Saturday, Jacob Williams watched as his hair was trimmed. Jacob, a rising seventh-grader, was thrilled when he saw the barber chairs. His mother, equally delighted, was pleased
Bronze Age Gold Bracelets Unearthed by Detectorists in England
Two metal detector enthusiasts recently experienced an extraordinary find, unearthing three Bronze Age gold bracelets near Carlisle, England. Alan Daniels, 48, and Andy Crammond, 34, discovered the treasure in May, as reported by Bournemouth News
A Journey Through Loss and Self-Discovery
Lizzie from central Indiana describes her life as initially unremarkable. Raised in a loving family, she and her brother were adopted due to their mother’s autoimmune issues. Lizzie’s life changed when her mother died in
Mother’s Swift Action Saves Baby from Choking Incident
A mother’s quick instincts in the dead of night may have averted a catastrophe after she woke to her baby struggling to breathe. Casey Clute, living in upstate New York, shared footage from a Nest
The Century-Old Ring: A Family’s Valuable Relic
A century-old platinum ring has been a significant part of Victor’s family for generations. Originally hidden by his great-grandmother in her mouth during her journey from the Soviet Union in 1989, the ring symbolizes resilience
Fly Fishing Offers Healing for Veterans
Therapeutic Benefits of Fly Fishing for Veterans Project Healing Waters provides veterans with a therapeutic outlet using fly fishing. Founded in 2005 at Walter Reed Medical Center, the program offers peer support and a sense
Community and History Unite for New Youth Center Groundbreaking
In the summer of 1969, Gary Sipes was a young boy, about 11 or 12, when he joined a procession in his neighborhood on Aurora’s East Side. It was a leisurely summer day, and with
Gus Rickette Celebrates 100th Birthday with Community Celebration
Gus Rickette, the co-founder of Uncle Remus Saucy Fried Chicken, marked his 100th birthday today. The West Side community organized a celebration to honor his lifelong achievements. Gus and his late wife, Mary, founded the
Last Mile Health: Bridging the Healthcare Gap in Remote Areas
Since 2018, Genesis Whegelee has worked as a community health worker for Last Mile Health (LMH) in Rivercess County, Liberia. His role includes monitoring sick children, pregnant women, and others needing medical attention. This initiative
Lolo Jones Challenges Olympic Training’s Medical Practices
Lolo Jones, a seasoned athlete with Team USA, has raised concerns following a troubling incident at the Olympic training complex in Lake Placid, New York in February 2025. While testing bobsled equipment, Jones experienced severe