Viral TikTok helps homeless Houston family of four, nearly $10,000 raised

A Houston TikToker who helped a homeless family of four she found sleeping under a highway has generated buzz online with nearly $10,000 being raised for the family.

23 feel-good, heartwarming things that happened in 2023

From awe-inspiring, world-record feats to incredible acts of kindness, there’s no shortage of joy to be found in 2023.

Texas mother surprised by US Marine daughter's unannounced return for the holidays

A heartwarming holiday surprise unfolded at 407BBQ in Denton County, Texas, as Lydia Calderon, a hardworking mother, received an unexpected visit from her daughter, a US Marine.

Houston community unites to spread holiday cheer, support those in need

Houstonians teamed together to help individuals and families who may be going through a difficult time during the 2023 holiday season.

10-year-old Houston boy wants to be adopted for Christmas

This holiday season, not every child has a place to call home.  Every day in Texas, children are removed from their birth families because of abuse or neglect.  Some are never reunited, making them legally free for adoption.  Sally MacDonald met Matthew, 10, who's looking for his forever family.

10-year boy wants to be adopted for Christmas
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This holiday season not every child has a place to call home. Every day in Texas children are removed from their birth families because of abuse or neglect. Some are never reunited making them legally free for adoption. Sally MacDonald met Matthew, 10, who's looking for his forever family.

Houston woman's generosity shines in Ghana
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In a heartwarming holiday gesture, a woman from Houston has bestowed an extraordinary gift upon a village in West Africa. FOX 26's Damali Keith explores this act of generosity, suggesting that it far surpasses the typical presents exchanged during the holiday season.

12 Days of Christmas Day 10: The Romo Family

On the tenth day of Christmas, the Romo family found themselves embraced by holiday cheer, thanks to the generosity of BakerRipley, Exclusive Furniture, Chick-Fil-A, and Walmart.

Student gives back to the hospital that helped save her life

Houstonians come out in full force to raise important funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, joining forces at the Junior League.

10-year-old boy receives 'Iron Man'-themed bionic arm in early Christmas miracle

A 10-year-old boy named Harry from Lancashire, England, born without the lower part of his arm, received a remarkable early Christmas gift—a bionic arm.

Houston seniors receiving free home repairs this holiday season

For the holiday season, a few area senior citizens have found themselves receiving repairs to their home thanks to Senior Minor Home Repair program.

Oklahoma man puts up Christmas lights for his entire neighborhood

When Stephen Dunkelberg put up his Christmas lights this year, he noticed his was the only house lit up in his dark neighborhood. That's when he decided to spread his own form of holiday cheer.

Houston marathoner honored for inspiring recovery after double hip replacements

A marathon runner is ready to race again after undergoing hip replacement surgeries on not one, but both hips. She's sharing her remarkable recovery and wants to spread hope to other people suffering from arthritis.

Houston gift shop Pepperlou aims to hire more adults with special needs

Valerie Cassady has filled Houston store Pepperlou with small business finds, Taylor Swift merch, food, home decor, clothing and other treasures. Her adult daughter Ellie is the inspiration behind it all.