Suburban custodian wins national award for going above and beyond: 'I work because people need some help'
Administrators and teachers at the Oswego school nominated Jeffers for his work following a fire last October that heavily damaged two classrooms and forced the custodian to take quick action to keep the school open.
‘Proud of my sweet girl’: Special education teacher runs Pittsburgh half marathon with student
After 2 hours and 45 minutes, the duo crossed the finish line together.
3 senior dogs find forever home in 'miracle' adoption
The three chihuahuas were staying in an animal shelter in Alabama before finding a home.
Video: Elderly man gives police officer clog dancing lesson during traffic stop
The man was pulled over for failure to maintain his lane while driving. What seemed like a routine stop turned into a two-step dance lesson.
Chicago fashion student designing clothes for people with disabilities, autism
"I think if we bring these thoughts to everyday fashion we'll be able to accommodate a wider range of people," Kushner said. "I saw a lot of reports about how disabled people were struggling to find clothing that fit them, or if they could find clothing that was made for their bodies, it was extremely expensive."
South suburban philanthropist Early Walker honored with Presidential Lifetime Achievement award
Early Walker is the owner of W and W Towing and has donated thousands of dollars to food drives and programs that help lift people out of poverty.
100-year-old WWII veteran plans to bench press 100 pounds this year: ‘That’s my goal’
WWII veteran Warner Schlaupitz aims to bench press 100 pounds at Delaware's senior olympics in September. He works with a personal trainer and credits his healthy and active lifestyle to his longevity.
After 10 years in shelter, Happy finds forever home: ‘A bright spot in our lives’
Happy, a 14-year-old husky, had spent most of his life in the shelter, but Angela Boisseau gave him a chance and adopted him.
Shaquille O'Neal helps Michigan teen with size 23 shoes find the perfect fit
Eric Kilburn Jr., a 14-year-old student in Michigan, had been suffering from painful blisters and sores on his feet due to ill-fitting shoes. After a story about his problem went viral, former basketball player Shaquille O’Neal stepped in to help.
Former sanitation worker to earn Harvard Law degree, raises $70K for blue-collar staff
Rehan Staton had a middle-class upbringing. But everything changed when his mother left the family, and his father had to raise two sons on his own.
Woman, 97, celebrated for her decades of volunteer work at Crown Point hospital
Vivian Kelby, 97, first began volunteering in 1976.
Oklahoma boy, 7, hurt after heroically saving younger brother who fell from cliff
A young boy is being called a hero after going after his toddler brother who fell down a cliff and suffered multiple injuries.
Chicago doctor donates kidney to stranger, starts chain that saves 2 lives
A doctor at Northwestern Memorial Hospital agreed to donate a kidney to a stranger to help save two lives.
Orland Park family receives heartwarming gift as young daughter battles cancer
An Orland Park family received a helping hand from a group of community members Thursday as they were going through a dire time of need.
Mother of Lombard toddler who was born prematurely and spent 500+ days at hospital shares happy update
The family of a young Lombard girl who spent 500 days in the hospital before being discharged last August is sharing a happy update.
Homeless woman donates brand-new bike to 3-year-old boy after his was stolen
Because of her generosity, police alerted a local non-profit organization to help the anonymous woman – now affectionately nicknamed “Bike Lady" – get back on her feet.
'Nothing is impossible': 4-year-old becomes world’s youngest author
The 4-year-old boy was inspired by his 8-year-old sister who became the world’s youngest female author to publish a bilingual book series earlier this month.
‘God must have put you in my car!’: Uber driver donates kidney to passenger
A New Jersey man’s Uber ride turned into a trip that would save his life.
Suburban teen gearing up for big donation to Lurie, Comer Children's hospitals
A suburban teen is setting out to put a smile on the face of every child battling cancer.
