In a time full of division, protest, and what seems to be doom and gloom, we’re in dire need of some good news. It’s nothing anymore to turn on the news and get depressed about the state of society. So, instead of thinking that we’ve done ourselves in, here are seven topics of good news to restore your faith in humanity.

1. 90 new homeless shelters are being built in New York City.

Mayor Bill de Blasio recently unveiled a plan to build these 90 shelters in the next five years. In a time when homelessness in increasing in American cities, this plan aims to cut down homelessness by 2,500 in 2021. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/new-york-city-to-bu...

2. Lead amounts in the water in Flint, Michigan, have decreased.

According to state environment officials in Michigan, the lead amounts have decreased to below the federal limit. The federal cap is 15 parts per billion (ppb), and recent tests show the lead amounts at 12ppb. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/flint-water-no-long...

3. The drought in California is ending.

After weeks of statewide snow and rain, the drought plaguing the state is far less severe than it has been in years. At this time last year, 97% of California was suffering from the drought. Now, that number is down to 40%. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/heavy-rains-snow-he...

4. 6,000 turtles have been saved in a wildlife bust.

Police rescued more than four tons of endangered turtles in India. 6,430 turtles are getting a second chance at life thanks to this bust. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/police-rescue-6000-...

5. NBA player is donating $1,000 for every point he scores.

The New Orleans Pelicans’ point back True Holiday plans on donating $1,000 to tornado relief efforts in New Orleans for every point and assist he scores in their game against the San Antonio Spurs. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/nba-player-donate-1...

6. A cop has applied to be a veteran’s legal guardian.

The Korean War veteran known as Norm is not only alone but is also suffering from dementia. The police officer has applied and is raising money to be Norm’s legal guardian and is pushing for veterans’ rights. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/cop-befriends-loner...

7. Ellen surprised a graduating class with free scholarships.

The famous and dearly loved talk show host surprised the 41 graduation students from the Summit Academy of Brooklyn with free college scholarships. After having two teachers from the school on her show, she partnered with Walmart and presented a $25,000 check to the school, whose mission is to help educate the community and lower poverty rates, to be used as college scholarships for those graduating. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/watch-ellen-surpris...

So, there you have it. Seven series about good news to help restore your faith in society. To read these articles and more articles all about good news, visit http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/.