Giving voice to all communities
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It can be difficult for people with disabilities to find a job. But now, a new nonprofit business in St. Paul will help make that easier.
The new Broadway musical tells the real-life story of a group of autistic young people who are getting ready for their first formal dance. In a trailblazing first, the autistic characters are all played by autistic actors.
One of Broadway's newest musicals, "How to Dance in Ohio" tells the real-life story of a group of autistic young people who are getting ready for their first formal dance. Based on a documentary with the same title, it follows them as they learn how to dance, find dates, and handle rejection. In a trailblazing first, the autistic characters are all played by autistic actors. Correspondent David Pogue talks with the show's director, Sammi Cannold; and Ashley Wool, Imani Russell and Liam Pearce, three of the show's leads.
The 20-year-old's smiling face can be seen in Sephora, Kohl's and soon several other places across the country.
CBS News' David Begnaud reintroduces us to Callum deQuevedo, one year after the 18-year-old's brain surgery. Callum's Tourette syndrome symptoms have vastly improved after surgeons installed a brain implant.
A local philanthropist and a group of Tulane University students teamed up to design and build wheelchairs for kids with disabilities, providing mobility and independence. CBS News' David Begnaud introduces us to the group behind this effort.
Florela Francois says her eyes have never worked but it doesn't mean she lacks vision. Now, she hopes her story will inspire others with similar condition.
"My wife will tell you, I'm a little bit hard-headed," Zach Anglin said.
Despite several seniors graduating last year, the California School for the Deaf in Riverside rallied to capture their second consecutive CIF championship for Division 1 over the weekend.
Brian Wallach has beaten the odds after being diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease) six years ago. Since then, he and his wife, Sandra, have successfully lobbied Congress for funds for promising drugs and treatments.
