David Begnaud

2 days ago | cbsnews.com | David Begnaud

It was just a few seconds of raw emotion, but it captured the hearts of millions. At last year's Democratic National Convention, as Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz accepted the nomination for vice president of the United States, his son Gus Walz was seen on national television, clapping and crying as he proudly declared, "That's my dad."The moment went viral as a symbol of love and pride. "It was super overwhelming, because to me, he's just regular, old dad. [He] golfs with me, makes food, cleans the car.

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | David Begnaud |Analisa Novak

Outside a Louisiana courthouse, Roberta Bell embraced a toddler she hadn't seen in nearly two years, unaware that what she thought was a court-appointed visit was actually something much more significant. "Oh, my baby. My baby – my little man," Bell said tearfully as she held Kayson, the child she had raised from birth two years ago when his mother was incarcerated.

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | David Begnaud |Analisa Novak

When 11-year-old Kevin Nazemi wrote a letter to the White House in 1993 requesting an interview with then-President Bill Clinton, he received a coloring book in return. Undeterred, the sixth-grader from Columbia, Missouri, who had recently immigrated from Iran and spoke no English upon arrival, began calling the White House directly. "I still remember the number," Nazemi said.

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | David Begnaud |Analisa Novak

At the last remaining video store in Pocatello, Idaho, the curtains have closed after more than 30 years, but owner David Kraning found a way to keep a crucial service going for his most loyal customer. Christina Cavanaugh, who has Down syndrome and is mostly non-verbal, has rented a movie from The Video Stop every day for the past 20 years, often the same titles at the same time each afternoon.

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | David Begnaud |Analisa Novak

What started as a surprise assignment for CBS News contributor David Begnaud in Greenville, South Carolina, led to the discovery of several inspiring stories, including two young Florida sisters on a mission to help Hurricane Helene victims. With his dog Paddington at his side, Begnaud set up signs in Greenville's Falls Park, inviting residents to share their stories. Starting over Among those who responded was Beth Riley. "I have a story that's inspiring.