When disaster strikes or families struggle to put food on the table, the true heart of our community is revealed — one of ...

The dog repeatedly ran up to and barked at Gary Thynes to get his attention, prompting the man to follow the animal to the site of the emergency Thynes encountered a man and woman, both "unresponsive, ...

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- As calls for people to shelter in place due to the Coronavirus pandemic began around the Bay Area, residents knew it was their time to step up and help. Sunnyvale resident ...

Have you ever wondered why some people rush to help a stranger in need while others hesitate? Does the brain have special regions for altruism? The answer lies deep within the brain, where complex ...

Amy Connor's twin sons were born 10 weeks before their due date. One of her sons needed a blood transfusion that met specific requirements. They... How a stranger saved premature baby in need of a ...

It’s been said that a dog is man’s best friend. Perhaps no other animal is as loyal, and with their goofy smiles and puppy dog eyes, what’s not to love? Treat your dog well and you’ll have a source of ...

MERCED, Calif. (KFSN) -- A family and community came together Wednesday to honor a loved one who died while trying to help a stranger in need. Community members packed the funeral of 28-year-old ...

People in a hurry are less likely to help a stranger in need. But does being in a hurry also reduce niceness? It turns out that this is not always the case, and the key to avoid it is mindfulness.

My partner and I were traveling back to university when our tire went flat. It was getting late and I hadn't learned how to take care of a flat tire. A stranger came alongside us to help us change the ...