Homeless teen graduates as valedictorian of high school class
CLUTCH - Chelesa Fearce is a shining example of a student that didn’t let obstacles get in her way when it came to her education...
Brooklyn man survives Oklahoma tornado
NBC New York - An Oklahoma tornado survivor with New York City roots is thankful he and his family escaped serious harm but now faces the devastating dilemma of whether to abandon the life he has built in Moore for the last 18 years...
Charmin bear charms autistic boy
TODAY - This is a story about a boy, a bear and bathroom tissue. When a giant corporation took time out to send a token of affection to a small admirer, it made a family’s day...
Waitress’ positive attitude pays off with $446 tip
theGRIO REPORT - Cece Bruce, a waitress at an Indianapolis eatery, received a $446 tip on a $6 bill for her positive attitude...
Kindergartner helps save dad’s life by knowing his ABCs
TODAY - A kindergartner was able to help save his father’s life on Monday thanks to some quick thinking and a firm grasp of his ABCs...
Twins named Spelman valedictorians
theGRIO REPORT - A pair of identical twins at Spelman College have achieved a first in the schools 132-year history. Kirstie and Kristie Bronner, both music majors, have been named co-valedictorians for the class of 2013...
Sisters, separated as infants, reunite at high school track meet
theGRIO REPORT - Jordan Dickerson and Robin Jeter were separated when they were infants, but reunited by chance at a high school track meet earlier this year...
Fats Domino's Katrina-damaged grand piano restored
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - A white Steinway grand piano salvaged from musician Fats Domino's home after Hurricane Katrina has been restored and will be the centerpiece of an exhibit in New Orleans' French Quarter...
1st black jockey in Kentucky Derby since 2000
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Kevin Krigger, the first black jockey in the Kentucky Derby since 2000, will be aboard Doug O'Neill's Goldencents, considered a much stronger contender than last year's winner, I'll Have Another...
Jackie Robinson's daughter honors essay winner
NBC Chicago - The seventh-grade winner of Major League Baseball’s “Breaking Barriers” essay contest was honored by Jackie Robinson’s daughter at school Monday...
