Cincinnati good news: The 9 happiest local stories from 2017

In 2017, we broke the record for highest body count after a mass shooting -- twice. In Cincinnati and beyond, opioid addiction -- now a national emergency -- ripped mothers, fathers and children from families. But there's always good. Recognizing good news is not in vain; it's crucial to preserve our hope in a better tomorrow. Here are 9 of the happiest local stories of 2017, in no particular order. Hopefully they'll help you look forward to 2018.