Man rescues six from Paris apartment fire, including infants

A man is being hailed as a hero in France after risking his life to save six people, including two infants, from a burning apartment building on Friday, July 4. 

Happy birthday, Moo Deng: The world's favorite pygmy hippo turns 1

Moo Deng, the world’s favorite pygmy hippo, just turned 1, and thousands of fans from across the globe traveled to Thailand to celebrate with her.

Maine grandmother graduates college at 88 years old

An 88-year-old grandmother in Maine showed the world it’s never too late to achieve your dreams.

Houston Police Department officer saves choking woman
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One woman is grateful after a Houston police lieutenant was in the right place at the right time and saved her life.

Lost stuffed otter at Atlanta airport sparks nationwide search for owner

Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are hoping someone knows the owner of this plush otter found over the weekend.

Legally blind veteran set to run in Boston Marathon
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An inspiring story about perseverance from an Army veteran in our area, specifically in Pearland. Retired Sergeant First Class Henry Escobedo is legally blind and is getting ready to run the Boston Marathon next week. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle spoke with the veteran about his story.

106-year-old Houston woman goes viral after identification problem with Homeland Security
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We told you about a 106-year-old woman from Houston who has problems when she flies because no one ever believes her age. Well, the story went viral and some incredible things have happened to Cretora Bickerstaff.

Houston-area non-profit helping vets, first responders find custom wheelchairs

Wheelchair for Warriors has served nearly 200 people. As their demand grows, they're in dire need of donations to keep people off their waiting list.

Wisconsin World War II veteran turns 100; party honors service

A World War II veteran in Wisconsin turns 100 years old. Both the VA and his senior living facility honored his service, sacrifice – and sense of humor.

Couple breaks record for longest living marriage

Their family has grown to include 55 grandchildren, 54 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren over the decades.

U.S. adoptees stolen from Chile reunite with biological families in Chile

Five U.S. adoptees, taken as infants during Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet’s regime, are returning to Chile to meet their biological families for the first time.