Special needs
Fury over bride's brother taking special-needs son to "no children" wedding
The brother said the bride's no-kids rule was so strictly enforced that "both her children missed her wedding because of their age."
"Depressed" deaf dog is inseparable from new sister rescued from shelter
"Already, it's extremely difficult to separate them. They want to do everything together," the dogs' owner told Newsweek.
Watch heartwarming moment man with Down syndrome shares with young niece
"My brother Matt is the best uncle to his nephew and his niece, my daughter, who is featured in this video," the poster told Newsweek.
Oklahoma Republicans vote to let teachers hit kids with disabilities
A bill that would prohibit schools from using corporal punishment to discipline students with disabilities failed to pass Oklahoma's House of Representatives.
Parent demanding daughter is "center of attention" at her party sparks fury
"You are literally grouchy because you have to be nice to a six-year-old. That is about as [a******] as you can get dude," one user said.
Meet special needs puppies that have become inseparable: "Bonded instantly"
"While both have their individual challenges, neither sees any disability within the other. They are just two puppies," their owner told Newsweek.
Inside the pet rescue caring for special needs animals: "Imperfect babies"
"We provide the animal with all medical care needed to get into its best possible condition," Melissa Lamprey, owner of Pumpkin Patch Pet Rescue, told Newsweek.
Ex-Principal Charged Over Disturbing Video With Special Needs Student
"My son is autistic. Any parents seeing this video, they know what I'm feeling right now," said Ann Frank, the child's guardian.
Mom Slammed for Expecting Teen to Watch Over Autistic Daughter at Camp
"Your kid deserves to have a break and to have free time enjoying a hobby she loves," one user commented.
Tears Over Special Needs Puppy's First Steps in New Backyard After Adoption
"An Angel adopted an Angel. So very special, this story makes my heart sing. Bless you all," one user said.
Special Needs Students Given Fentanyl by School Worker: Police
Police found over 100 suspected fentanyl pills, two handguns, and various types of ammunition at Melissa Harloam-Garrison's on-campus home.
Boy With Special Needs Asks for Help Retrieving His Stolen Custom Bike
"Why did you just steal it? Why?" asked Korrie Erickson, 11, who lives in Sacramento, California.
Teacher Threw 9-Year-Old Autistic Boy Across Room: $700,000 Lawsuit
A spokesperson at the school where the alleged incident took place said "the allegations in the complaint are deeply concerning."
Viral Video Allegedly Shows Students Destroying Christmas Tree
"The kids giggling and laughing and video taping this should all be suspended and they all should pay for it," one TikTok commenter said.
Teacher's Aide Accused of Punching a Special Needs Student
Images of the boy taken after the alleged incident showed his face severely bruised and swollen, with his left eye entirely bloodshot and red.
Making Halloween Inclusive for Special Needs Kids With Costumes and Treats
Blakely Elementary in Bainbridge Island, Washington has canceled its annual Halloween Parade citing reasons of inclusion and equity.
'Gruesome and Horrifying': Green Bay Girl with Special Needs 'Brutally' Bit
Lilian Waldron, a 10-year-old from Green Bay, was left with severe bruising on her arm following the incident.
Black Teen Allegedly Assaulted By Five White Students
The mother claims her 17-year-old son suffered a concussion from the fight and was given in-school suspension as a punishment.
Cruise Ship Disappearance: Special Needs Man Missing
Mexican authorities searched the ship once it arrived in Progreso but the man could not be found.
Special-Needs Girl Asked to Leave Over 'Loud Breathing'
In a statement to Newsweek, Cinemark said a theater manager attempted to accommodate the family.
Man with Intellectual Disability Allegedly Shoots Teen
Roswell Police said the 21-year-old who fired the handgun has the mental capacity of a 5-year-old child and "has most likely no clue what he did."
Video: Driver Drags Autistic Student off School Bus
Surveillance footage captured a California bus driver calling the girl a "baby" and shoving her into a seat several times.
Florida Special Needs Kids Placed in 'Discipline Box'
Between summer 2011 and 2012, the lawsuit claims, there were more than 300 "instances of seclusion" on 120 students, many of whom had emotional behavioral disorders.
Oscar-Winning Film Inspired Murder of Teen: Prosecutor
Authorities believe a couple killed their son then intentionally set their home ablaze to cover up the crime.
In Disney Crackdown, Disabled Kids Are Collateral Damage
A new program means the Magic Kingdom is no longer the happiest place on earth for children with special needs.