Disability advocates rally for legislation at Minnesota Capitol
Disability advocates and people with disabilities rallied at the Minnesota State Capitol rotunda Wednesday, pushing for more inclusive laws statewide.
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Disability advocates and people with disabilities rallied at the Minnesota State Capitol rotunda Wednesday, pushing for more inclusive laws statewide.
People living with disabilities and advocates alike are gathering at the state capitol to ask for concrete policy changes during this legislative session.
"I had made vows that I would be with him in sickness and health, and I took that very seriously," Kris Armstrong said of her former husband, Brandon Smith. "I didn't stay married to him, but I wanted to take care of him."
A visual and performing arts center in St. Paul is helping people with disabilities pursue their dreams
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.
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.
It's something 1 in 10 Minnesotans live with every day: A disability. When it comes to how people with disabilities are treated, there's a grim history - and the hope of a bright future.
"I started crying. I was so excited to see this mission to bring human dignity to Minnesota, and now to be able to bring it to the State Fair was like we are really doing something, we are making it happen," Sarah St. Louis said.
There's quite the inventory at this bright Annandale shop and they do it in a really special way. Artists, of all learning levels, work on-site.
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has earned the highest level of accreditation for passenger accessibility by the Airports Council International.
A historic number of officers have left their jobs for mental health reasons in the last few years, sparking debate and prompting new legislation at the Minnesota Capitol. The impact is on those who protect and serve.