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Arts May 03

Artists with disabilities let their creativity soar at this Utah studio

By Ali Rogin

Nation Nov 03

Disabilities
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Voters with disabilities want to see these issues addressed as they rally for visibility

By one estimate, more than 40 million Americans with disabilities are eligible to vote in this election. But some say they feel excluded from the process by hurdles at polling places and candidates who don’t address their needs and concerns.

By Blair Waltman-Alexin, Austin PBS

Arts Aug 02

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A Brief But Spectacular take on blending the worlds of art, ASL and accessibility

Brandon Kazen-Maddox is an artist, filmmaker, acrobat and GODA, a grandchild of deaf adults. They are a cofounder of Up Until Now Collective, a non-profit that provides opportunities for deaf artists who want to bring ASL dance theater to the…

Arts May 11

A spider enemy in the Obsidian game "Grounded" with the "arachnophobia mode" turned on. Photo provided by Microsoft
Why developers are designing video games for accessibility

Mainstream developers are leveling up – increasingly considering accessibility when designing their games, whether to accommodate a visual impairment, a motor control issue or an anxiety disorder.

By Justin Stabley

Health Sep 23

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Grassroots movement seeks to make hiking trails more accessible to all

Outdoor enthusiasts know well the physical and restorative benefits of spending a beautiful day in the woods on a trail. But for many people, there are a lot of barriers to taking a simple hike because of a disability or…

By Jennifer Rooks

Aug 27

Watch 6:54
How airports can make travel more accessible for flyers with disabilities

By Megan Thompson

A recent report from the Department of Transportation showed that complaints from flyers with disabilities have more than doubled since before the pandemic, leading the department to announce a "Bill of Rights" to help people understand their protections under federal…

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Jul 26

California federal judge says Uber doesn’t have to offer wheelchair-accessible vehicles

By Associated Press

A California federal judge has rejected a legal push to require Uber to provide wheelchair-accessible vehicles, finding that such a mandate would be too onerous on the ride-hailing company.

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Dec 21

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‘This chair gives me my life back’ : Disabled passengers beg airlines to handle with care

By Karina Cuevas

Millions of Americans are traveling this week for the holidays. But for passengers with disabilities, the challenges of air travel can be significantly heightened. People continue to report embarrassing security pat downs, damaged and even lost mobility devices. In July…

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Oct 06

Watch 7:17
A playground for everyone, no matter your age or ability

By Megan Thompson, Melanie Saltzman

When Olenka Villarreal couldn’t find a playground for her daughter, who was born with disabilities, she launched an effort to build one. The Magical Bridge Playground in Palo Alto, California, is touted as the most accessible playground in the country.

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Aug 21

This young scientist studies wild animals. Bias against disability won’t stop her

By Vicky Stein

Field biologist Charlotte Devitz is part of a trend: researchers expanding the boundaries of accessible science.

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