Disabilities

A new report says Alabama could be doing more for residents who are disabled. The financial website Wallethub says a new study shows our state has several cities that rank low on accommodating citizens with special needs.

The M Transit and the City of Montgomery are holding special celebration in honor of the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. On July 26, individuals with disabilities are invited to enjoy complimentary rides as a token of appreciation and support for their rights and contributions to the community.

Birmingham is opening the Tamika Hall Sensory Room at Boutwell Auditorium, a project supported by the nonprofit KultureCity in honor of Autism Acceptance Month. The city states the collaborations emphasizes the dedication to inclusivity and support for individuals with sensory needs, reflecting a broader commitment to create sensory-inclusive environments.

In this StoryCorps segment, Julie Thompson speaks with her son Tanner about raising a child with disabilities and how moving to a new community changed their family for the better.

The U.S. Department of Justice alleges that the Alabama Department of Transportation refused to rehire a worker due to his physical disability. The worker was injured while working as a technician for the state department in 2007.

An international non-profit that advocates for people with disabilities is hosting an event in Alabama this weekend. Best Buddies International is known for helping people with autism, down syndrome, traumatic brain injury and other undiagnosed disabilities.

The Alabama Legislature may soon consider a ban on mandatory microchipping of employees. This comes as sponsors of the bill know of no businesses in the state that do this.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is focusing on the needs of the disabled community this month.The campus is hosting weekly brown bag meetings for…

Alabama has agreed to make changes at state prisons to accommodate inmates with disabilities.A federal judge gave a preliminary approval to a lawsuit…

Tuscaloosa officials are seeking money to replace the city's old passenger train station.A City Council committee voted Tuesday to select an architect to…