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Kolsrud: Unbroken by a single blade — how disability …

10/16/2024
In the blink of an eye, everything can change. For me, that moment came on a February night in 2002, when an ordinary evening spiraled into chaos. The Mardi Gras celebration in Tempe, Arizona, had …

Mostert: Medicare/Medicaid fraud means fewer resources …

9/29/2024
While Americans with disabilities are better supported and included in society than ever before, they still face significant challenges to lead productive and happy lives. Almost everyone has a …

‘Untold Stories’ shines light on violence against …

9/15/2024
She first experienced the bullying in elementary school.

Audits find abuse, deaths in group homes for those …

9/14/2024
Audits have found “significant systemic issues” and collected more than 2,000 complaints in 2023 at state-licensed group homes where individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities are cared for.

Ground broken on 157-unit Chandler housing project

7/3/2024
Several local government leaders attended a June 27 groundbreaking for what’s billed as a housing project with a new type of funding. The city of Chandler and Gorman & Co. jointly …

Chandler nail salon, government reach settlement in …

3/14/2024
Thursday, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced its settlement with a Chandler nail salon in a wheelchair access case. A news release quoted U.S. Attorney Gary Restaino, who stated a …

Surprise debuts inaugural Vet Fest

2/15/2024
Several organizations and services for people with military ties and interests were recently represented at the city of Surprise’s first Vet Fest event.

This Phoenix organization has been at the forefront of …

2/13/2024
A Valley nonprofit is fighting for the rights of foster children and breaking ground, not just in this state but beyond.

Barriers, benefits to seeking a diagnosis of autism as …

10/5/2023
Thomas Kaufmann was diagnosed with autism in 2016. Unlike many who received the diagnosis, Kaufmann wasn’t a kid. He was 30 years old. Friction in his relationship at the time led to …

State agencies trying to shut down 'illegal' gaming …

10/2/2023
PHOENIX — Three state agencies are trying to shut down what they claim are the use of illegal gaming devices at various veterans’ organizations.

Residents invited to share ideas to improve Valley …

8/29/2023
A free two-day conversation on how residents and governments can work together to improve transportation options is coming to Phoenix.

Chandler Schools offers inclusive tours for students …

8/9/2023
For the first time in Chandler Unified School District history, high schools hosted exclusive tours for students with disabilities shortly before the school year began the week of July 19. CUSD …