11 arrested in Miami for faking disabilities for prime parking

Authorities in Miami have arrested 11 people accused of falsifying information to obtain disabled parking permits.

• Aug 17

Driver arrested in Broward hit-and-run involving wheelchair user

Jean Pierre Luis, 70, was taken into custody, charged with leaving the scene of a crash that caused property damage.

• Aug 13

Broward wheelchair user calls for justice after hit-and-run

Jorge Gonzalez wants the van driver found after being struck in Dania Beach, leaving him injured and his wheelchair damaged.

• Aug 12

Miami students return as groups focus on uplifting every child

As Miami students head back to school, community organizations are stepping up to support families, especially those with special needs.

• Aug 2

People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections

The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.

• Jul 31

Miami-Dade cheerleading squad bringing students together through inclusion

The cheer team, based at Westland Hialeah Senior High School, said this program has given them more than just a place to perform.

• Jun 16

Bill banning local DEI initiatives heads to DeSantis

The bill doesn't prohibit a local government from recognizing state and federal holidays, such as Juneteenth or Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

• Mar 11

Florida bill could aid drivers with disabilities, granting parking protections

The proposal would prohibit vehicles with "permanently installed mobility access equipment" from being towed or ticketed if they take up more than one parking spot.

• Jan 21

Downtown Miami East Flagler Street construction delays frustrate residents and businesses

Pressure is piling up around a stalled construction project on downtown Miami's oldest street.

• Dec 4, 2025

Florida disability-rights advocates challenge pregnant women parking permits

A federal lawsuit filed last week alleges the parking permits for pregnant women violate the federal Americans with Disabilities Act and other protections.

• Nov 5, 2025

Miami-Dade crackdown nets 137 handicap parking violations in single-day sweep

Officials said the operation underscores their ongoing efforts to enforce accessibility laws and ensure equitable access in public areas.

• May 28, 2025

Florida families of children with developmental disabilities stuck in line for assistance

More than 23,000 families in Florida are stuck on the waitlist for the state's iBudget Medicaid Waiver program.

• May 16, 2025

Miami's WOW Center helps adults with disabilities find purpose, employment

The WOW Center's mission is to help adults with disabilities gain financial independence, improve their quality of life and contribute meaningfully to society.

• Apr 1, 2025

Parent to Parent provides resources for parents of children with disabilities

Miami organization has provided help to families for 38 years.

• Dec 10, 2024

Frontier CEO claims passengers are abusing wheelchair services

The airline wants passengers who try to cheat the system to be held accountable.

• May 24, 2024

Miss Arc Broward Pageant, an inspiring event for young women with disabilities

Contestants participate in a supportive pageant environment that builds confidence, lifelong friendships, and a truly unforgettable and heartwarming experience.

• May 17, 2024