For local disability rights activist Michael Grice, having his motorized wheelchair with him is essential. His ability to move freely determines his independence.  Because ambulance vehicles lack the...

When Rogers Park resident Bridget Nitsch woke up one morning last April, she thought she was going to spend an ordinary day with her two young children. Then, her water broke. Bridget Nitsch had opted...

In her novel released last October, human rights lawyer and professor Pia Justesen wrote “From the Periphery” to spark a conversation about disability oppression and empowerment.  In her 2019 book,...

Shelters and warming centers can provide a place for homeless people to escape harsh conditions during the winter. But for disabled individuals, homeless services are not always accessible, said Cathleen...

City Council voted to strike a resolution from the agenda concerning medical aid in dying after listening to more than an hour of public comment regarding the issue. The resolution proposed to support...