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Colorado man, his wife share post-show weight loss journey after 'The Biggest Loser'

A Colorado native and his wife are hoping to provide some inspiration for those who want to make a lifestyle change this holiday season.

Giving machines spread holiday cheer in downtown Denver

Starting Monday, giving this holiday season in Denver is now as easy as buying a soda in a machine.

Man goes the extra mile to help homeless Taco Bell worker

Last month, a Taco Bell customer in Michigan says his curiosity got the best of him, so he asked an employee a question. He says her answer changed both of their lives.

Silvia at Lost City is a dream come true for Comal graduate

Silvia Hernandez envisioned a menu that told a story, from her roots in Mexico City to the time she spent in Puerto Vallarta making coastal Mexican cuisine. She dreamed of opening her own restaurant back in 2016. Nearly five years later, her hard work and perseverance has paid off.

Young man on autism spectrum starts his own business

Stephen Lepore, who lives on the autism spectrum, took a while to come out of his shell.

Man's brother finds long lost letterman jacket at Arizona thrift store

A serendipitous discovery by Jed Mottley's brother at a Pinetop thrift store brought back memories from playing football at Chaparral High School.

Marine returns home, surprises all three sons at school

It was a long day of emotional reunions in Keller, Texas.

Mortgage paid off in surprise for Colorado Army veteran

An Army veteran and his wife received an unexpected surprise on Veteran's Day that, in turn, will allow them to help more of their loved ones.

High school students help 77-year-old celebrate Christmas

Christmas came early for one 77-year-old woman in Tucson when a group of University high schoolers made her one wish come true.

Denver7 Everyday Hero starts watchdog program to keep Thornton students safe

This Denver7 Everyday Hero gives students and staff at a Thornton elementary school peace of mind.

Man with Down syndrome inspiring others to get '1% better'

The first man with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman Triathlon is sharing his secret: "Get 1% better."

Afghan interpreter receives generous gift from Denver7 Gives

A month ago, an Afghan interpreter and his family arrived in Broomfield to begin a new life. Now, generous Denver7 viewers have stepped in to help.
Man earns Ph.D., fulfills dream of being physicist — at 89

An 89-year-old man in Rhode Island has earned his Ph.D. and become a physicist after working toward it for two decades and thinking about it for a lifetime.

83-year-old man becomes oldest to hike Appalachian Trail

An 83-year-old hiker who is known as “Nimblewill Nomad” has become the oldest person to complete the Appalachian Trail.

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Fulfilling a dream: 74-year-old gets her first tattoo

Rita Hopkins had a different dream. When she turned 70 years old, she decided she wanted a tattoo.

Man goes back to work after 100-day COVID battle

Jaime Gonzalez loves his job at Flatirons Health and Rehab facility. But COVID-19 brought his life to a screeching halt, with his family preparing their final goodbyes to him. Months later, a miracle happened — something his family says is almost unbelievable.

Colorado mother uses her breast cancer diagnosis to reinvent her life

A Colorado mom who learned she had breast cancer in the middle of the pandemic is using the diagnosis to reinvent her life.

Mom hospitalized since baby's birth holds son for 1st time

It was quite a moment for an Indiana mother who held her newborn for the first time after his birth nearly two months ago.

Boulder schools offer model for reducing food waste

The Boulder Valley School District offers a model for how to reduce food waste as schools expand free meals to more students.

Meet the oldest softball team in Colorado — and the nation

On the softball diamond, experience can be a valuable asset, and there’s no lack of that for the Colorado Peaches.

Broncos legend surprises woman who donated kidney to brother

A Broncos legend gave one fan the surprise of her life, and it's one that she certainly earned. Less than two weeks ago, she gave one of her kidneys to her brother.

Wyoming woman, 94, spreads kindness through hug coupons

A 94-year-old woman in Wyoming wanted to spread kindness across her community. And she found a way to do just that through hug coupons.

Patrolman's quick thinking saves Ohio motorist from car fire

Quick thinking by a Cleveland-area Ohio State Highway Patrolman helped save an elderly motorist from a potentially deadly car fire on Tuesday morning.
GA's youngest farmer starting new conversation

Six-year-old Kendall Rae Johnson is Georgia's youngest certified farmer who has started her own business and is educating other kids.

Donations help Parker mother with limited mobility

Thanks to the help of generous Denver7 Gives viewers, a Parker woman who was hospitalized with COVID-19 can now afford to move into a ground floor apartment.

Colorado governor announces new state park in western mountains

Gov. Jared Polis says a private ranch with ponds, springs and rare wetland plants in Colorado’s western mountains will be part of a new state park.

Huge, elaborate Halloween displays raise money for St. Jude and research for childhood cancer

In the midst of all these Halloween decorations that catch attention in her yard, Jennifer Corcoran has just added something. It’s a QR code you can scan and donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, treating childhood cancers.

How a small town persevered through a pandemic

During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, kind gestures defined Keene, N.H. Business owners and various individuals discovered new ways to connect. They invested in their community. Now, a year later, their community is reinvesting in them.

Denver7 Gives viewers donate thousands to help group rebuild trails destroyed in Cameron Peak Fire

A year ago Monday, fires raged across Colorado. The Cameron Peak fire became the biggest in Colorado history with nearly 210,000 acres destroyed. Our Denver7 viewers stepped up immediately after the wildfires. Some of those funds were recently presented to a group helping rebuild our trails.

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