Romanian teen underwent surgery for rare condition in Phoenix

15-year-old Stefan Pascu was facing the possibility of full paralysis. His condition only affects 20 people out of a million. The condition caused hemorrhaging, and left half of Stefan's body weak.

Man gets life-saving transplant at Scottsdale hospital months after surgery was called off

David Capehart was originally supposed to get a liver transplant in December 2020, but the surgery was called off due to lack of hospital bed for post-transplant recovery. Months later, Capehart says he finally received his second chance at life. FOX 10's Irene Snyder reports.

Pasco County woman becomes college graduate at '74 years young'

Fifty years after graduating from high school, 74-year-old Sue Navage is fulfilling her lifelong dream of getting her college diploma -- a bachelor's degree in counseling from Trinity College.

East Valley children pick up litter for charity
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An East Valley first and third grader are celebrating Earth Day by going door-to-door picking up litter for charity. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.

WWII veteran celebrates her 100th birthday in Phoenix with family, parade

Her family says they are most proud of her service for our country, her involvement in civil rights marches, like the Selma to Montgomery March, and her kindness.

'I was very surprised': Valley veteran gifted free car

A Valley veteran who was wounded in combat in 2015 was gifted a brand new, payment-free car on Wednesday. "I was very surprised. I am surprised about the whole thing."

Biker who recently suffered the loss of a friend confides in deputy during traffic stop

In body-camera video posted on Facebook by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, a motorcycle deputy pivots from education to empathy when he encounters a distraught biker.

Delaware State Trooper surprises boy with basketball sneakers after striking up friendship on court

HEARTWARMING: A Delaware State trooper surprised a boy with new basketball sneakers after becoming fast friends on the court. The two even caught the attention of NBA superstar Steph Curry.

Mentorship program at Avondale Middle School connects students, firefighters

Avondale firefighters are volunteering to mentor middle school students, providing emotional support and advice on a regular basis for kids.

Girl battling cystic fibrosis designs superhero costume with ASU students

Mom says the entire journey was an incredible one for Ava who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at birth, a genetic disease her mom says affects Ava's digestive system and lungs.

UPS driver makes special stop to visit 6-year-old Wisconsin girl

On his UPS route through Oak Creek, driver Kevin Kiewig always makes a special stop at one house. Kevin stops by to check on his friend, 6-year-old Molly. 

Coyotes to induct inspirational girl into ring of honor

Her name will join Wayne Gretzky, Keith Tkachuk, Jeremy Roenick, Teppo Numminen, Dale Hawerchuk, Thomas Steen, and Bobby Hull inside Gila River Arena.

The ride of her life: Escaped dog in Scottsdale spends morning in FedEx truck
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FedEx driver Mike was driving on his route when he stumbled upon Ursula after the pup ran into traffic in Scottsdale. Mike says he opened his door and Ursula jumped right in, spending the morning in his truck. Ursula is now up for adoption at Foothills Animal Rescue.

Louisiana fraternity brothers pay off mortgage for former cook who fed them when they were students

Jessie Hamilton worked for 14 years as a cook for an LSU fraternity, taking care of hundreds of students during her time on campus. When one of the former members called to check on her, they found out the 74-year-old was still working two jobs to pay for her mortgage -- so the brothers all chipped in more than $50,000 to pay off her home.