From Fear to Freedom, One Swim Lesson at a Time

As the US approaches its 250th birthday, thousands of people are putting their hopes for the future on colorful wish walls across the country. This pilot flies at-risk shelter animals to places where they have a better chance of getting adopted. In St. Louis, Missouri, this all-Black swim team and their parents are diving into more than the deep end. Plus, the top five best towns to visit in America, per CNN’s readers and contributors – what towns should be on next year’s list? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How about a break — for your ears? At CNN, we know the news can be a lot to take in. So each week, 5 Good Things offers you a respite from the heavy headlines and intense news cycle. Treat yourself to something fun and uplifting every Saturday as we share the bright side of life from all over the globe.