Nation Nov 03 Watch 5:54 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 Watch 3:24 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 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 Watch 4:57 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… Continue watching
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. Continue reading
Dec 21 Watch 4:03 ‘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… Continue watching
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. Continue watching
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. Continue reading