The Heartbeat Of Texas

He stands 7 feet 3 inches tall, but the biggest thing about this new Texas police officer isn't his height. After facing disappointment and wondering if his dream would ever come true, he refused to quit. That determination even earned him a BIG fan: Shaquille O'Neal.Hear why this story is a reminder to never give up in this episode of KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn More HERE and HERE

A family's Fourth of July on the lake took a terrifying turn when a boat overturned and children were trapped underneath. One man nearby heard the cries for help and didn't hesitate. What happened next is a powerful reminder that God can place the right person in the right place at exactly the right time. Hear the incredible story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Most of us look up when the fireworks begin. But one North Texas mom wondered how her visually impaired daughter could experience the same sense of wonder. She sent a simple request to a drone show company... never expecting what happened next. Hear how one act of kindness made Independence Day unforgettable on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

July 4th marked one year since the tragic flood in Kerr County, but the story isn't over. Neighbors, churches, nonprofits, and businesses are still helping people rebuild. Hear how on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Jackson shows up to work every day, ready to give it his all. But for many people with learning differences like him, getting that opportunity is the hardest part. One Fort Worth restaurant and a local nonprofit are helping to change that. Hear the rest of the story with KCBI's The Heartbeat Of Texas. Learn more HEREAnd learn more about Stone's Throw Farm Co. HERE

July 4th is Saturday, and a small fireworks stand in Killeen is making every purchase count toward something bigger. Hear how a group known as the "Pyro Pirates" is giving back on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

When disaster struck Venezuela, one North Texas restaurant didn't hesitate to help.Super Sandy's in Flower Mound has become a donation hub, collecting critical supplies for families affected by the devastating earthquakes. It's a reminder that even from Texas, we can be the hands and feet of Jesus for people we've never met.Hear how one local family is making a global difference on today's episode of The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn more HERE

The Parker County Pickles traveled from Texas to Mississippi for a summer baseball tournament, but severe flooding left players and families stranded. What happened next is a reminder that even in difficult moments, people are willing to step in and help. Hear the story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Father's Day may be over, but what happened at a South Dallas church yesterday was about much more than one day on the calendar. Thousands of dads, bonus dads, mentors, and families gathered for a celebration that carried a powerful message: Every man can make a difference. Hear the full story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Flag Day is this Sunday, and every year, a pickup truck quietly rolls through the streets of the city of West. It stops, and two people hop out. A few moments later, they're back in the truck and headed to the next house. What they're doing has become a holiday tradition for families. It's also a reminder that service, patriotism, and community are alive and well in Texas. Hear the full story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

DINGER DISCIPLES UPDATE! A couple of Texas dads started a summer baseball camp with one simple goal: to lead kids to Christ. Now, lives are being changed, and a story that started on a ballfield is heading to the big screen! Find out more on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

A former East Texas teacher saw a need in his community and decided not to wait for someone else to step in. What happened next is inspiring young minds and reminding all of us that when you see a need and can do something about it...Hear the full story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

One North Texas woman is rewinding things by bringing back a piece of the past in a way that's making neighbors smile. And if your little ones have never watched a movie this way, they're about to get a history lesson. Find out more with KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE and HEREAudio: CBS Texas

Imagine going on a trip of a lifetime… only to realize something very important was left behind at DFW Airport. Yikes. Hear about what was forgotten on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn more HERE

A 13-year-old from Coppell found himself in a situation no kid should ever have to face. What happened next is a reminder that you never know when something you learn today could make a difference tomorrow. Hear his story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.LEARN MORE HERE

After surviving the devastating Oak Cliff apartment complex fire last week, 10-year-old Vanessa Perez got a special birthday gift: a visit from the Dallas firefighters who helped save her life. Hear about the gift that made her day on KCBI's The Heartbeat of TexasLearn more HERE

It’s a summertime tradition for kids like Charlotte Norwood and her siblings, Walker and Olivia: a lemonade stand. But Charlotte’s stand in University Park is doing more than serving cold drinks; it’s helping raise money for those affected by the Oak Cliff apartment building fire. Hear the story on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

He writes hundreds of handwritten letters because he wants every student to know they're loved. But at graduation, the Class of 2026 at Summit High School had a surprise waiting for Coach Mutt, and it came at a time when HE needed some encouragement. Hear the story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Most people fish for fun. One Waco man fishes with a purpose.Three days a week, Danny Moseley heads out to catch catfish, not for himself, but to feed people experiencing homelessness. Through his organization, Feeding Mouths, he's serving meals, providing supplies, and sharing encouragement with those who need it most. Hear how one man's passion for fishing is helping change lives in Waco on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Yesterday’s apartment explosion in Oak Cliff left heartbreak across the area, but it also revealed a hero. Rodney Brown says instinct just kicked in when he saw a little girl in danger. Hear the story on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.  Learn more HERE

About 20 students from the University of Texas are cycling from Austin to Alaska – over 4,000 miles! Why? Find out with KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Faith, baseball, and softball are coming together in a BIG way in Central Texas. More than 700 kids have already signed up for Dinger Disciples, a summer camp that’s about more than the game. Hear how a simple idea from a group of dads is now changing lives by leading kids to Christ on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

If you saw American flags in yards all over West, Texas, this Memorial Day, there’s a good reason why. Scouts from Troop 494 were out across town placing flags in yards as part of their Old Glory Flag Program. KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas shares how they’re helping honor those who gave everything. Learn more HERE

UPDATE ON YESTERDAY'S HEARTBEAT OF TEXAS STORY! When a homeless veteran named Tom in Fort Worth left his beloved dog Jake at a fire station with a heartbreaking note that said, “Help my baby,” firefighters stepped in. But they didn’t stop with Jake. Hear how Tom’s life is changing on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Fort Worth firefighters thought they were rescuing a dog named Jake…but this story became so much bigger than that. Hear how Jake became the newest member of the Fort Worth Fire Department, and how they're helping his former owner on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas. More HERE

After surviving a devastating house fire, an Arlington 11-year-old got the surprise of a lifetime at school. What started with tragedy turned into hope and a promise for her future. Hear Delilah’s inspiring story on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

When Melinda in Keller got a knock on her door, she had no idea it would lead to prayer, kindness, and maybe a new grandson....HA! Hear the full story on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn more HERE

Sometimes the biggest acts of kindness come from the smallest Texans. Even as the school year winds down, students at Sory Elementary in Sherman noticed kids sitting alone at recess and decided to do something about it. Hear the full story on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

A foster care teen in Waco ended up homeless and even in jail. But his story didn’t end there. Hear how Da'Marion found hope on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

You may be thinking about summer, but when icy roads made travel dangerous this winter, a North Texas Jeep club stepped up to help first responders get to work. Hear their story and learn about an event they’re hosting for kids this weekend on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE and HERE

Sometimes first responders do far more than answer emergencies. In Melissa, one fire captain showed up for the "Braum’s Granny” during one of the hardest moments of her life. Hear the story on this epidsode of KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.   Laern more HERE

The next time you’re in San Antonio, you may want to stop by the Chick-fil-A where the manager just went viral online. Find out why with KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

High school students in Waco are using their skills to make a real difference. Instead of just working for a grade, they built 36 benches for tiny homes that will help people transitioning out of homelessness. Hear this encouraging Texas story on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

A group of veterans is cycling almost 300 miles from San Antonio to Arlington for a cause bigger than themselves. Hear how Project Hero is helping veterans and first responders find healing, purpose, and community on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE and HERE

Zoe got the full TCU experience early…because her family knows time is precious. Hear how she became a student, sorority sister, and a graduate in ONE day on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Tiny homes are fascinating… but for some, they’re much more than a trend. Students at Temple High School are building tiny homes with a bigger purpose. Hear how these teens are using their hands to make a difference on The Heartbeat of Texas from KCBI. Learn more HERE

A North Texas family thought they lost something irreplaceable at Klyde Warren Park, but one stranger noticed something on the ground and decided to do the right thing. What happened next led to hugs, tears, and praise. ❤️ Hear how one small act of kindness turned into a beautiful reunion on KCBI’s Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Ewduin Perez lost everything when a tornado tore through Runaway Bay, tossing his trailer like a toy. But before the devastation, one knock on the door saved his life. Hear how with KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas.  Learn more HERE

An EF3 tornado tore through Mineral Wells on Tuesday, and one high school student is being called a hero after stepping up in a scary moment. Hear why with KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

After recent tornadoes, help showed up fast. Texans On Mission, restaurants, volunteers, and churches are stepping in to serve. Hear how hope is rising in the aftermath on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Find out more HERE and HERE

When January met Emile, an 82-year-old unhoused Vietnam veteran, she knew she had to help. Hear how one person is making a difference in another’s life on KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Israel Rivera was about to cross the finish line at Monday’s Boston Marathon with a personal best, but then he saw someone in need. Hear how he put faith into action with KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

A brilliant idea: Kids + dogs + working on writing skills = pet adoptions in Central Texas. Find out what’s going on here with KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more HERE

Daniel noticed a local creek overflowing with trash and said, “I can do something about this.” What started as one simple act has grown into a movement, earning him awards and recognition from Governor Abbott. This Earth Day, hear Daniel’s story and learn how you can make a difference with KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more HERE

A pipe burst at Colleyville Heritage High School, damaging caps and gowns just ahead of graduation. So, what did they do next? Find out on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more HERE

Even though her last name is Lucky, she knows she’s truly blessed. Taniyah had put her college dreams on hold…until something unexpected happened during a staff meeting at her job. Learn more with KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Find out what happened HERE

Did you see the motorcade of more than 500 motorcycles riding from DFW Airport to Gainesville on Wednesday? What was it all about? It’s Medal of Honor Host City Week, a celebration that’s been taking place in Gainesville for 25 years. Learn more with KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more HERE

For some girls, prom is just a dream. But thanks to a Waco fashion designer and her nonprofit, Dream Couture, that dream can be a reality. Find out more on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more HERE

This week is the “Week of the Young Child,” a time to celebrate early learning, teachers, and families...and wait until you hear how the Central Texas College Police Department marked the occasion. It’s all on this episode of KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE

Little did Alekzander know—when he set out to deliver for Meals on Wheels the other day, he was about to save a life. Find out what happened on this episode of KCBI’s The Heartbeat of Texas.Learn more HERE