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The world's first good news website launched 29 years ago today, pioneering a movement that proved people craved uplifting stories. Founded by former TV journalist Geri Weis-Corbley, the Good News Network now reaches millions with inspiring stories every day.
A bright red phone in a public plaza invites strangers to share good news and hidden struggles, creating viral moments of connection. One man's tearful announcement that his dad is cancer-free has touched over 6 million people.
Good Samaritan Ministries in Carbondale, Illinois is keeping its doors open overnight during dangerous heat advisories to provide free shelter, meals, and relief to anyone who needs it. The organization serves as both a cooling center in summer and warming center in winter.
A Carbondale grocery store is turning a community run into a lifeline for local families. The Feed Your Neighbor 5K will raise funds and food donations for Good Samaritan House, which serves hundreds through its food pantry, soup kitchen, and emergency shelter. #
A news photographer documenting tornado damage in Illinois heard a woman's cries and helped rescue her husband trapped under their collapsed home with a broken leg. Scott Lasker's quick action during the EF-3 tornado aftermath turned him from observer to hero in seconds.
Feeling overwhelmed by climate doom? These curated resources prove that solutions are happening right now, and hope is a powerful tool for action.
A small group of 15 women who met in a hospital waiting room in 1966 launched a volunteer program that has now served patients and families for six decades. The SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary in Mount Vernon, Illinois, was honored with a city proclamation and anniversary luncheon celebrating their legacy of compassion.
The News-Gazette celebrates over two decades of exceptional Illinois athletes who've defined excellence in their sports. From basketball stars to Olympic gymnasts, these athletes represent the best of college athletics.
A Philadelphia news team turned Random Acts of Kindness Day into action by surprising shoppers with free groceries, delivering flowers to hospital staff, and treating first responders to coffee. Their spontaneous generosity brightened dozens of lives across the city.
When a fire truck broke down during an active fire in Du Quoin, Illinois, two brothers jumped in to repair it on the spot. Their quick thinking helped firefighters get back to battling the blaze.
Fifteen everyday heroes received recognition for their courage and service at the American Red Cross of Illinois' 24th Annual Heroes Breakfast. From combat medics to youth leaders, these honorees prove that compassion is alive and well across Illinois communities.
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One in four South Africans now get their news from individual creators rather than traditional organizations, reshaping journalism. A new report reveals how these innovative storytellers are building trust and redefining what it means to report news.
A Madison County donation drive is gathering suitcases to give homeless families dignity as they rebuild their lives. The simple act of providing luggage helps shelter residents carry their belongings with pride during their fresh start.
Two central Illinois cities just flipped the switch on dozens of new electric vehicle charging stations, marking the first success of a $15 million federal program. The milestone brings Illinois closer to its goal of one million EVs on the road by 2030.
Jackson County, Illinois just landed a state grant to transform 88 acres near the airport into a jobs magnet. The site will be ready for businesses to move in quickly, bringing new opportunities to southern Illinois.
Anna Ince, a Lindenwood University sophomore, just won a competitive scholarship from the Missouri Broadcasters Association for her passion for highlighting positivity through radio. She's using her platform to give voices to people who don't always get heard.
Two cousins from Wisconsin who had never met discovered they were neighbors in Florida when one spotted the other on a local news broadcast. Their chance reunion led to a friendship that lasted over a decade.
After 12 years leading Eastern Illinois athletics, Tom Michael is coming back to where it all began. The former Illini basketball player will rejoin the University of Illinois as deputy athletic director, reuniting with the campus that shaped his 23-year career.
A small-town police officer who once gave beef jerky and water to a homeless man has turned that moment into a program equipping every squad car with emergency backpacks. Now, people facing homelessness, fires, or domestic violence get immediate help when they need it most.
Illinois just became one of the first states to officially recognize gambling disorder as a medical addiction, opening doors to real treatment for over a million residents struggling in silence. The new law puts gambling addiction on equal footing with alcohol and drug disorders.
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