How Do You Make An Attraction Autism-Friendly?
Myrtle Beach , South Carolina, has a busy boardwalk and all kinds of attractions, from mini-golf courses and water parks to a zip line and a Ferris wheel.
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Myrtle Beach , South Carolina, has a busy boardwalk and all kinds of attractions, from mini-golf courses and water parks to a zip line and a Ferris wheel.
The Orono community is coming together to support the family of a student who was charged after making a threat to his school.
When dealing with first-time situations, a practice run-through can make a difference for families of children with autism.
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Health officials announced Thursday that autism and obstructive sleep apnea are now qualifying conditions for the state's medical marijuana program.
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If you donated to our Pulling Together event this summer, we got to see how those funds are being put to use Thursday.
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Nahom started going to Fraser's Eagan location last September -- and he has shown dramatic improvement.
A St. Paul police officer is using his own life experiences to help educate the community about autism.
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Kate Swenson posted a video on her Facebook page, talking about a playground incident involving her son, who has autism.
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Ever have that awkward moment when you are getting a haircut and the conversation runs dry? That's not a problem at a Minneapolis salon.
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A new program aims to spot signs of autism earlier than ever in Minnesota children.
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A Twin Cities family is thankful this year they are learning more about their 21-year-old daughter.
It is supposed to be the month when they plan for their oldest child's high school graduation. But a Hudson family is instead planning for his funeral.
Matthew Frome walks the halls of Eagan High School, where he is one busy guy. "I'm involved in everything," Matthew said. He is a friend to many; the manager of the soccer and basketball teams -- and so much more.
New figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show the rate of autism reports steady from where they were last year.
A Waconia High School student is being praised for saving the life of one of his classmates. Cody Ehrriech noticed a classmate choking during the school's lunch hour in October.
