For the third time, Mesa will host the National Junior Disability Championships. The multi-sport competition has been an annual event since 1984 and held throughout the U.S.

Traveling in Arizona is about our ability to access the natural theme park we call home. If you or someone you know is challenged by the ability to navigate the beauty of Arizona due to physical limitations, then here are some great activities in our own backyard.

 At the age of 39, a car hit me while I walked my dogs in upstate New York. I ended up in a ditch, bleeding and battered. The diagnosis of traumatic brain injury allowed me entry into an exclusive club, one with protections passed by Congress in 1990. I should be grateful but I would rather fight traffic on Interstate 10 like everyone else on my way to work.

A former Scottsdale resident was convicted Wednesday of stealing from and lying to the government when she obtained Social Security benefits for her disabled son who didn’t qualify for them.

Those who know Ryan Shea say it’s in his nature to help others and work hard. The Chandler 20-year-old’s bedroom walls display awards and plaques. His Boy Scout badges and uniform are laid out in one corner, next to his Eagle Scout award. And airplane posters cover the walls.

A federal court judge has ruled that the state must pay for incontinence supplies for disabled children in a class action lawsuit that included two East Valley families.

A federal court judge has ruled that the state must pay for incontinence supplies for disabled children in a class action lawsuit that included two East Valley families.

Loud voices of hungry high school students filled the busy cafeteria as the young woman behind the counter handed out slices of pizza.

Loud voices of hungry high school students filled the busy cafeteria as the young woman behind the counter handed out slices of pizza.

Steve Hardy leans forward and balances his upper body, pressing his fists into the couch. "So I do it like this?" he asks, on tightened elbows.

Steve Hardy leans forward and balances his upper body, pressing his fists into the couch. "So I do it like this?" he asks, on tightened elbows.

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Kris Keck is an angry young woman, and she’d argue that’s a good thing.

Like any other 32-yearold, Jenny has bills to pay. Food, clothing and other necessities have to be bought.