How technology helped a nonspeaking autistic woman find her voice
Jordyn Zimmerman is autistic and nonspeaking at 29, but she's still making her voice heard.
Jordyn Zimmerman is autistic and nonspeaking at 29, but she's still making her voice heard.
A barber in Nutley, New Jersey, specializes in giving haircuts to adults with autism, sensory issues and other developmental disabilities. His services are so sought after, some of his clientele even fly in from out of state.
A mom worried about her son with autism opens an inclusive cafe that employs people with disabilities. The community around Paradise, California, rallies behind a woman whose beloved pet was stolen. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
In 2020, Anderson Cooper reported on companies seeking out potential employees with autism, and the employment opportunities being made available to people on the autism spectrum.
Cafe Joyeux in New York City is on a mission to hire and train people with autism, many of whom often have trouble getting jobs. Nikki Battiste has the story.
On World Autism Day, which is observed April 2, a family is speaking out about their struggle to get a diagnosis. A doctor explains why this can be particularly challenging for young girls.
April 2 is World Autism Day, and experts are trying to raise awareness that autism in young girls is often overlooked. Michael George spoke with a family about their struggle to get a diagnosis.
CBS Reports goes to Illinois, which has one of the highest rates of institutionalization in the country, to understand the challenges families face keeping their developmentally disabled loved ones at home.
If you walk around the Rahway Trail in the South Mountain Reservation of Millburn, New Jersey, you might see small fairy homes tucked into the trees. The idea to add small dwellings to the landscape came from a woman named Therese Ojibway, who 10 years ago wanted her son, who has autism, to have a safe space to explore in the wilderness. She created the Fairy Trail, which people of all ages can enjoy.
"The Uplift" asks people in downtown St. Louis: "Who inspires you?" Their powerful answers are a reminder of what is important in life. Plus, a barber shop aims to give its employees a second chance in life. And a mom who sought to find a calming space for her son with autism ends up creating a magical place for people of all ages.
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.
A Boston College professor is developing a virtual program to help Black youth with autism talk about their mental health.
Companies, including airlines and theme parks, are starting to crack down on people who are abusing disability accommodations in order to skip lines or save money -- but their practices to uncover these opportunists may actually be creating more challenges for those with disabilities. Amy Schinner, a park reporter for the travel planning company Touring Plans, joins CBS News to discuss.
Do you have a family history of any physical or mental health conditions? Experts explain how genetics play a role in your potential risk levels.
More than 10% of boys have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability, autism or another developmental delay.
The robots in the Santa Ana Public Library have been specially programmed to help communicate with kids with autism.
The Santa Ana Public Library is one of the first libraries in the nation to introduce robots to help teach children with autism. Librarian Cheryl Eberly launched the program with hopes that it could fill the gaps for children of color, who are usually diagnosed with autism later in life. Elise Preston has more.
At the Santa Ana Public Library in Southern California, robots are specially programmed to teach children with autism.
At the Santa Ana Public Library, robots are specially programmed to teach children with autism. Elise Preston has more.
Donald Triplett — the first person to be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder — died last week at the age of 89. Triplett had an enormous influence on the treatment and study of autism. Journalists Caren Zucker and John Donvan produced a documentary about Triplett's life and joined CBS News to discuss his legacy.
Gigi, who has Down syndrome, and her boyfriend, Lucas, who has autism, are celebrating six months together. They also hit another milestone on their date — driving alone in a car together.
In his memoir, the celebrated writer asks questions about the writing of a poem, and the meaning of communication, after his son is diagnosed with autism.
Ken Blahetka decided to give his son, Kevin, some one-on-one help by enrolling in classes with his son at Joliet Junior College.
Michigan brothers give viewers a window into the challenges and joys of life with autism through their @mybrothermax TikTok account. Jake and Max Tilk join "CBS Mornings" to talk about TikTok, their bond and Max's "superpower."
Former President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to all charges related to his alleged mishandling of sensitive government documents after leaving office.
Arizona is one of seven states that Trump lost in 2020 where his allies are accused of schemes to put up alternate electors.
There were multiple fatalities from a tornado that ripped through the small Iowa town of Greenfield, which saw homes and businesses destroyed.
Former President Donald Trump's defense rested its case at his "hush money" trial after calling two witnesses to the stand.
Dozens of people on the Singapore Airlines Boeing 777 were also injured and it was forced to divert to Bangkok.
A video posted to Donald Trump's social media account included references to a "unified reich" among hypothetical news headlines depicting an election win by him in November.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
Vince Fong, a California State Assembly member, had the endorsement of both former President Donald Trump and Kevin McCarthy.
A firefighting foam known as AFFF contains PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," that have been linked to cancer.
Parents who want to find safe vehicles for their teen drivers can get more bang for their buck this year, Consumer Reports says.
Vince Fong, a California State Assembly member, had the endorsement of both former President Donald Trump and Kevin McCarthy.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
NASA ruled out a planned Saturday launch of Boeing's Starliner to allow more time for analysis of a small, but persistent helium leak in the ship's propulsion system.
The retired U.S. Navy officers had all admitted to accepting bribes from Malaysian defense contractor Leonard Francis, nicknamed " Fat Leonard."
Parents who want to find safe vehicles for their teen drivers can get more bang for their buck this year, Consumer Reports says.
Forecasts show that employers are likely to hire fewer newly minted college grads this year. But there are pockets of job growth.
The pizza chain has already raised more than $126 million for the children's hospital over the past two decades through its longstanding point-of-sales campaign.
With inflation still a major pain point for Americans, the Biden administration wants to rein in gas prices as the summer driving season revs up.
More fast-food chains and discount retailers are cutting prices as inflation-fatigued customers balk at high prices, hurting sales.
Vince Fong, a California State Assembly member, had the endorsement of both former President Donald Trump and Kevin McCarthy.
Former President Donald Trump says Pennsylvania voters won't be swayed by the outcome of his criminal trial.
Former President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to all charges related to his alleged mishandling of sensitive government documents after leaving office.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says that trans issues will not be a central part of his presidential campaign.
Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis won the Democratic primary in Georgia as her prosecution of Donald Trump remains tied up in a state appellate court.
Actor Taye Diggs is opening about a mental health condition that has affected his younger sister Christian: schizophrenia, which impacts how a person thinks, feels and behaves.
Vital Pursuit will include whole-grain bowls, protein pasta, sandwich melts and gluten-free options.
Stress can impact how your skin looks and feels, dermatologists say. Here's how — and what you can do about it.
Vaccine scare tactics haven't shifted, but more parents are falling for them. Here's what the rhetoric gets wrong and how it endangers children.
Panera faces another lawsuit over a highly caffeinated beverage that the restaurant chain said it would phase out.
Renowned Sherpa mountain guide Kami Rita completed the scaling of Mount Everest for a record 30th time Wednesday, his second climb this month to the top of the world.
The retired U.S. Navy officers had all admitted to accepting bribes from Malaysian defense contractor Leonard Francis, nicknamed " Fat Leonard."
A days-old ape died three months ago at a zoo in Valencia. Her grieving mother continues to hold on to her body.
Locals complained about tourists jaywalking, littering and crowding the area around a convenience store known for its view of Mt. Fuji.
The remains or DNA of 33 women were found on Robert Pickton's pig farm in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
Jacob Latimore and Luke James talk about the sixth season of the popular TV series "The Chi." The drama series follows characters from different walks of life on the South Side of Chicago.
Elvis Presley's Graceland Mansion is at the center of a court fight, but the singer's family calls it a scam. The popular tourist attraction in Tennessee appears to be headed for a foreclosure auction later this week. Elvis' granddaughter, actor Riley Keough, is fighting back with a lawsuit, claiming fraud.
"CBS Mornings" celebrates Tony Dokoupil as he marks five years as an anchor on the show.
"CBS Mornings"celebrates the 5-year anniversary of Vlad Duthiers hosting "What to Watch" by taking a look back at some favorite moments.
Target is slashing prices on more than 5,000 items by this summer. Prices for household items like milk, bagels, diapers and even pet food are dropping, but there are concerns the move could hurt small businesses struggling to compete with larger chains. Columbia's retail studies director Mark Cohen joins to discuss.
Actress Scarlett Johansson demanded that OpenAI stop using an AI-generated voice that she says sounds like her own and was developed without her permission. Intellectual property attorney Joseph Lawyer joins to break down the dispute.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Scarlett Johansson is demanding answers from OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, after it released a ChatGPT voice that she says sounds "eerily similar" to her own. Johansson claims she declined Altman's offer for her to voice the product. Jo Ling Kent has the detials.
Actor Scarlett Johansson says she is shocked after OpenAI released a tool that uses a voice that's very similar to hers. Johansson said in a statement that the artificial intelligence company had reached out to her about using her voice for their product, but she declined. Google also recently announced that it is expanding its AI overview feature. Connie Guglielmo, editor-at-large at CNET, joins CBS News with these stories and more.
The Environmental Protection Agency is urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation's drinking water from cyberattacks. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins to discuss.
The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.
A new study suggests that the first warm-blooded dinosaurs may have roamed Earth about 180 million years ago.
Extreme heat is known as a "silent killer," and in some areas across Asia, its intensity would have been impossible without one critical factor, a new study found.
Millions of Americans looked to the night sky and snapped magical photos and videos of the northern lights this past weekend during the momentous geomagnetic storm.
A jury found former University of Arizona graduate student Murad Dervish guilty in the killing of hydrology professor Thomas Meixner.
The remains or DNA of 33 women were found on Robert Pickton's pig farm in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia.
The once-glamorous resort city of Acapulco has lost its luster in the last decade as bloodshed has made it one of the world's most violent cities.
The Justice Department called the site on the dark web "one of the largest illegal narcotics marketplaces on the internet."
Chicago health officials said medetomidine has not previously been detected in Chicago.
NASA ruled out a planned Saturday launch of Boeing's Starliner to allow more time for analysis of a small, but persistent helium leak in the ship's propulsion system.
Studying the atmosphere of a "puffy" exoplanet about 200 light-years from Earth may have unraveled a confounding cosmic mystery.
Ed Dwight, America's first Black astronaut candidate, finally reached space on a Blue Origin flight at 90 years old. The 10-minute flight ended Dwight's 60-year journey for a chance to travel beyond Earth. Derrick Pitts, the chief astronomer at The Franklin Institute, joins CBS News with more on Dwight's legacy.
Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket lifted off Sunday, carrying the oldest man ever to go into space. Ed Dwight, 90, trained to become NASA's first Black astronaut candidate 60 years ago, but he didn't get to fly then.
Ed Dwight trained to become the first African American astronaut but was never asked to join NASA. He finally flew into space on Sunday.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
When certain Republican lawmakers are asked whether they'll accept the outcome of the 2024 election, they can't seem to give a straight answer. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson weighs in.
Target is slashing prices on more than 5,000 items by this summer. Prices for household items like milk, bagels, diapers and even pet food are dropping, but there are concerns the move could hurt small businesses struggling to compete with larger chains. Columbia's retail studies director Mark Cohen joins to discuss.
Actress Scarlett Johansson demanded that OpenAI stop using an AI-generated voice that she says sounds like her own and was developed without her permission. Intellectual property attorney Joseph Lawyer joins to break down the dispute.
A firefighting foam known as AFFF contains PFAS, toxic "forever chemicals" linked to some cancers. Mark Strassmann takes a look at how firefighters are grappling with being exposed to the chemicals for so long and what's being done about it.
Two recent tragedies involving migrant workers serve as reminders that the U.S. relies on workers from abroad. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.