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Philly Black Pride celebrates 25 years elevating LGBTQ+ people of color while highlighting inequity

Philly Black Pride's mission is to transform social environments for LGBTQ+ people of color.

Apr 28, 2024

New restaurant hopes to uplift north Minneapolis community

A new restaurant is hoping to serve the community for years to come.

Apr 22, 2024

The Uplift: So much to give

A mom worried about her son with autism opens an inclusive cafe that employs people with disabilities. The community around Paradise, California, rallies behind a woman whose beloved pet was stolen. Plus, more heartwarming stories.

Apr 20, 2024

Group of Jewish, Palestinian women build bridges

A group of Jewish and Palestinian women has been meeting for over 20 years with the goal of building bridges between their two cultures. Lisa Ling takes a look at the work they've been doing in the wake of the Oct. 7 attack and the ongoing war in Gaza.

Apr 9, 2024

Good Samaritans help after traffic accident

A group of good Samaritans lept into action after a scary car crash in Daytona Beach, Florida, helping flip an SUV back upright.

Mar 27, 2024

Paradise residents unite to find cat

In the heart of Northern California, Paradise stands as a testament to strength and community spirit. David Begnaud revisits the scene of the 2018 devastating wildfire, the deadliest in the state's history, to uncover a story of loss, hope, and a stolen treasure that brought the community closer together.

Mar 25, 2024

Easter egg mishap becomes charity opportunity

Dan ap Dafydd accidentally ordered 80 cases of chocolate Easter eggs for his store on a small Scottish Island — he meant to order just 80 eggs total. But he's managed to turn the hundreds of extra eggs into an opportunity to raise money for charity. Ian Lee has the story.

Mar 24, 2024

Teacher donates kidney to save life of toddler

Jane Callahan made a life-changing call, offering one of her kidneys to a 1-year-old boy after seeing his family's plea for help. Janet Shamlian has their story.

Mar 13, 2024

Community throws retirement party for mailman

Bill Kitfield spent 38 years delivering mail in Connecticut, befriending every person and even dogs along the way. When he finally called it quits, the community came together to throw him a retirement party.

Mar 12, 2024

Skaters clean pools for free in California

Skaters in California have for years offered to clean residents' pools for free in exchange for letting them and their friends skate in the empty pools. Carter Evans reports.

Mar 10, 2024

'Black History Project' teaches Black history outside of the classroom

The 'Black History Project' is taught across the state, mostly through libraries and community-run programs

Feb 19, 2024

Death toll rises in Sudan violence

The death toll continues to rise in ongoing fighting between Sudan's military and most powerful paramilitary group, despite growing pressure from the international community for a ceasefire. Ramy Inocencio repots.

Apr 17, 2023

6 dead, 12 injured in California shooting

Six people are dead and another 12 were injured after gunfire broke out in downtown Sacramento, California. Police are searching for multiple shooters as the community waits to learn the identities of those killed in the Sunday morning shootout. Molly Riehl from CBS Sacramento has more.

Apr 4, 2022

"48 Hours" investigates disappearance

Married couple Bart and Krista Halderson vanished from their community in Wisconsin in July 2021, and a discovery on a social media app helped investigators solve the mystery. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty joins "CBS Mornings" with an inside look at her report "The Snapchat Clue." (Editor's note: In April 2023, two of Chandler Halderson's convictions related to hiding his parents' remains were vacated on procedural grounds. Halderson continues to serve a life sentence with no possibility of parole for the murder and dismemberment of his parents.)

Nov 4, 2022

"Cambodian Cowboy's" Texas BBQ with a twist

Chad Phoung came to the U.S. as a child, but it was a move to Texas as an adult that introduced him to Texas BBQ. Now the "Cambodian Cowboy" serves his Long Beach community with Texas-style BBQ with a uniquely Cambodian twist.

Nov 3, 2022

Southfield church focuses on community service beyond the holidays

A fairly new church in Southfield is maintaining its focus on giving back to the community during and after the holidays.

Dec 25, 2023

Accessible investing: technology and tools

Supporting investors through free tools, education, and community

Nov 28, 2023

Overtown honors community leader Dr. Ira P. Davis with street renaming

It is an honor and a long time coming. Over sixty longtime Miami residents gathered in Overtown to celebrate the life and civic career of community leader Dr. Ira P. Davis.

Nov 17, 2023

Jeremiah Program celebrates 25 years empowering single mothers and their children

Nov 11, 2023

Young surfer gives back to community

AJ Iredell began surfing when he was just 3 years old. He's still only 12, but he's using his skills to help those who are less fortunate. Carter Evans has the story.

Oct 8, 2023

The Arab connection: How Dearborn's Hussein Hachem is connecting Arabs to their community

Owner of one of the most successful online Arabic networks in the country, Hussein Hachem's "What's Up Media" keeps Arabs informed and empowered in a language they can understand.

Sep 25, 2023

Jayme Closs: Hometown Hero

CBS News journalists explore the courage of Wisconsin teenager Jayme Closs, held captive for 88 days before escaping, and how she and her community have bonded to help her heal.