Singer-songwriter James Ian, who has spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), performed his song “Spaces” at an event celebrating people with disabilities at the White House on Monday afternoon. The […]
Could the Olympics inspire cities to become more disability-friendly?
A Paris Olympics staff member using a wheelchair was spotted at the official shop in front of the Grand Palais in Paris on July 28. Vincent Koebel/NurPhoto via […]
34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
July marks the anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a major civil rights milestone spearheaded by California Assemblyman Tony Corro. Signed into law in […]
Gerald Colcord-designed Southern California mansion hits market for $16.9 million
Cristiano Studio The late Gerald Colcord left an enormous mark on Southern California throughout his illustrious career. Often referred to as “Hollywood’s society architect,” Colcord designed hundreds of […]
Skid Row homeless housing portfolio to be sold to Leo Pustilnikov
A Beverly Hills developer has agreed to acquire one of Los Angeles’ largest homeless housing portfolios for $10 million. Leo Pustilnikov, 38, is buying 17 buildings owned by […]
Robbery suspect shot dead after lunging at police in Los Angeles neighborhood
Los Angeles police shot and killed a suspect who lunged at officers after being barricaded during an attempted robbery in the Mid-City neighborhood Monday morning. According to the […]
Subtle changes could increase disability disclosure
DEKALB, Ill. — Could changing the wording on disability disclosure forms encourage more workers to disclose their disabilities? A recent study explored this idea. “Self-disclosure is an opportunity […]
Lack of data on people with disabilities “hinders fairness in medical care”
The McKinsey report said there are “large and persistent gaps” in health data on people with disabilities. It adds that an estimated 1.3 billion people – about 16% […]
American Airlines Named “Best Place to Work” for Disabilities for 9th Consecutive Year
FORT WORTH, TX / ACCESSWIRE / July 29, 2024 / For the ninth consecutive year, American Airlines has been named one of the Best Places to Work for […]
New York Governor signs disability support bill
Have a news tip? Text us at 607-749-WXHC (9942) or email us here . New York State Governor Kathy Hawkle signed a bill last Thursday, July 25th, to […]