Highland Park shooting survivor Cooper Roberts returns to school: 'We didn't know if this day would ever come'
Cooper Roberts, the 8-year-old boy who was left paralyzed after being shot in the Highland Park Fourth of July parade mass shooting, returned to school this week.
Chicago Heights veteran gifted new roof from Habitat for Humanity: 'Thank you'
Because he spent his career keeping others safe, Habitat for Humanity and local partners chose to replace the roof over one Chicago veteran's head.
Plainfield students create wheelchair part for man with multiple sclerosis
Engineering students at Plainfield Central High School went above and beyond to help one in their community. Here's the heartwarming story:
Boy, 4, realizes dream of becoming Chicago police officer thanks to Make-a-Wish
At 4 years old, Khalil has known he wanted to be a police officer his whole life. On Sunday, the Chicago Police Department and Make-A-Wish Illinois fulfilled the boy’s dream by making him an honorary officer.
Army Captain serving overseas makes it home in time to see his wife deliver their first baby
"You're a little delirious due to the pain. And then I finally looked to my left, and I saw him, and it was just a moment of gratefulness," said Cara Rahming from Orland Hills.
John Cena breaks Make-A-Wish record with 650 wishes granted to sick children
Time and time again, John Cena shows up.
Suburban teen battling leukemia gets trip to Lambeau Field to watch Bears, autographed jersey
The biggest win at this weekend's Bears vs. Packers game wasn't on the field.
Suburban teen receives surprise of a lifetime from Chicago Bears
Kaylah Gonzalez is a cancer survivor from South Elgin, and her last treatment for leukemia will be in November. But this weekend — she will be heading up north on an all expense paid trip to see the Bears and Packers.
Family travels the world after learning children will go blind
Edith Lemay and Sebastien Pelletier want their children to enjoy their vision while they still have it.
Trooper escorts family to hospital after pulling them over for speeding
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said the trooper's actions possibly saved the life of a little girl who was kicked by her horse multiple times.
Alex Haley academy students win back-to-school contest
The national nonprofit, Back 2 School America, surprised students before they were dismissed for the day.
Neighbor catches 5-year-old child dropped from burning home
Clifford Saint Jean of Boston said he woke up to the sound of the fire around midnight and quickly assisted the trapped family.
Arizona 3rd grader writes more than 30 picture books. His reason why is adorable
An Arizona third-grader has written more than picture 30 books, so far, and the reason why he's doing this is adorable.
Boy born with 12 fingers writes inspirational children's book: 'It’s okay to be different'
Six-year-old Wyatt Shield said he wanted “to prove that little kids can do big things.”
Couple gifted with honeymoon to Italy by Olive Garden following viral engagement photo shoot
“Neither of us have been to Europe but it has always been a dream to go,” the bride-to-be said.
Southwest Airlines employees celebrate passenger's 104th birthday
Jane Smith of San Francisco has 14 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
DPS trooper helps veteran with broken scooter on I-17 in north Phoenix
An Arizona Department of Public Safety trooper came to the aid of a man in distress along a north Phoenix freeway. "You put on that badge and make a positive impact,” the trooper said.
Texas girl sworn in as police officer before 7th chemo round for neuroblastoma
The Granite Shoals Police Department welcomed its newest member, five-year-old Isabella, with a custom-made police badge.
Teen drowns after saving 4-year-old brother in river: ‘Our hero for always’
Alex Harris, 18, was pulled from the Missouri River the day after he saved his younger brother from a swift current.