"Your Next Star" helps people with Down syndrome get work experience

John Dunleavy​ has worked for TD Garden and the Boston Bruins Foundation for the last ten years.

• Oct 31, 2023

"Your Next Star" helps people with Down syndrome get valuable work experience

WBZ TV's Katrina Kincade reports.

• Oct 31, 2023

Mom shields son's eyes as a black bear devours his birthday picnic

The black bear was filmed just inches away from a family as it interrupted a birthday lunch to devour the tacos and enchiladas

• Sep 27, 2023

Special needs staff are stars of Omar's World Of Comics in Lexington

A Lexington family is creating opportunities for those with special needs with their comic book store run by their son.

• Jun 29, 2023

Mattel unveils first Barbie doll with Down syndrome

Mattel worked with the National Down Syndrome Society to create the new Barbie doll.

• Apr 25, 2023

'I Am Worried There Will Be Fewer Of Us,' Says Campaigner Against Down Syndrome Test

Natalie Dedreux has spent months campaigning against a plan to make a blood test for Down syndrome free in Germany.

• Sep 19, 2019

MIT Uses $29 Million Gift To Launch Down Syndrome Research Center

The college says the money will be used to enhance research and improve the lives of people with Down syndrome.

• Mar 20, 2019

Vaccine Being Tested To Prevent Dementia In People With Down Syndrome

Boston researchers are testing an experimental vaccine that may prevent Alzheimer's disease in people with Down syndrome.

• Aug 9, 2018

Lexington Comic Book Store Is Focused On People, Not Profits

Omar's World of Comics and Hobbies in Lexington Center is run by a young man with Down syndrome.

• Feb 23, 2018

'We're All Lucas's Parents': Family Cheers First Gerber Baby With Down Syndrome

Little Lucas's iconic achievement means something for everyone who lives and shines with Down syndrome.

• Feb 7, 2018

Middleboro Cheerleader Inspires Fellow Students

A cheerleader on the team at Middleboro High School is inspiring his fellow students and everyone he meets.

• Dec 1, 2017

Children's Hospital Employee With Down Syndrome Inspires Doctors, Patients

Nathan Simons is the first full time employee with Down syndrome at Boston Children's Hospital.

• May 16, 2017

Father-To-Be Running Boston Marathon For Daughter With Down Syndrome

Oliver Foley has extra motivation pushing him every step of the way in his Boston Marathon training.

• Apr 11, 2017

McDonald's Throws Retirement Party For Longtime Employee With Down Syndrome

Freia David, who has Down syndrome, has been serving customers for 32 years in Needham.

• Aug 29, 2016

McDonald's Worker With Down Syndrome Retiring After 32 Years

A woman with Down syndrome who has worked at the same Needham McDonald's for over three decades is retiring.

• Aug 26, 2016

East Coast Jumbos Learn Life Lessons On The Ice

Many have autism or Down syndrome, some are hearing impaired, but when they all hit the ice together all of those issues skate away.

• Mar 4, 2016

First-bumping Young Fan Named Hero Of Rev's Match

Boston's favorite young fan was honored by the New England Revolution in a special pregame ceremony Saturday night.

• May 3, 2015

High School Wrestling Champ Shares Glory With Special Opponent

A state champion from Burlington was up against a first time wrestler; a young man from Wakefield who has fought hard to just get on his team.

• Jan 30, 2013

The Parent Report: The Bullying Of Special Needs Children Is On The Rise

WBZ's Doug Cope says the bullying of children with special needs is still a concern.

• Apr 21, 2011

Medical Minute: Down Syndrome

WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the current practice of testing blood for down syndrome.

• Feb 18, 2011