KNX Hero of the Week

Turning a moment of tragedy into a heroic moment of​ teamwork - and saving a man’s life​! Hear this inspiring story by clicking the link. Photo: LAPD Officer​s Joseph Murphy (left) an​d Yevgeny Shipley (right). Photo courtesy of Officer Murphy.

Elaine Pease has been bringing joy to kids all over SoCal for many years, with the Burbank Bike Angels. It began with giving bikes to a few kids whose names were on a Salvation Army “Angel Tree” for Christmas. Now, it’s close to 200 bikes a year, for kids all around the metro! Click to hear Elaine chat with KNX Heroes host Heather Jordan about the history of the program, and the amazing volunteers that make it all work! Photo: Elaine Pease (center) and a fellow volunteer Andrew Smith, among dozens of donated and restored bikes. (Courtesy of Elaine Pease)

Deputy Sayra Valencia of the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is going above and beyond to help her community! She recently helped a mother and young daughter who were victims of domestic violence get back on their feet, by personally buying them food and clothing. Her actions inspired fellow colleagues to rally together, to find a safe place for them to stay. Hear her story and be inspired by clicking the link! Photo: Deputy Sayra Valencia (left) and her partner delivering diapers to a local outreach center. (Courtesy of SBCSD)

Damon Whittaker of Inglewood turned a life-altering injury as a teenager into a successful career as an athlete! He’s also an archery coach for Angel City Sports, and on September 24th, he’ll be honored as their 2026 Athlete of the Year at their Impact Through Innovation Gala. Damon is also training to qualify for the LA28 Paralympic Games! Click to hear his recent conversation with KNX Heroes Host, Heather Jordan. Photo: Damon Whittaker competing at a recent event. (Courtesy of Angel City Sports and Eric Dearborn) https://angelcitysports.org/

For the past four and a half years, Karen Lizarraga and her family have fostered about 200 animals in Southern California! From big dogs to infant puppies and kittens that need to be bottle fed, they are making a difference in our community, and helping shelters make room for more animals. Click to hear Karen Lizarraga share with KNX Hero’s host Heather Jordan on how they do it, involving the entire family! Photo: The Lizarraga family with some of their pets. (Image courtesy of Karen Lizarraga ) https://sdhumane.org/