Schools, colleges and other public institutions originally had until this week to make online content accessible to people with disabilities. Now, the Justice Department has delayed that deadline.

In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, April 17, 2026, our news roundup covers a statewide volunteer firefighter shortage, dental care, and the Rochester Music Hall of Fame.

In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 4/15/26, we discuss the latest episode of the Move to Include Podcast and meet a young man who explains how he has advocated for himself.

CMS admits it overstated New York Medicaid personal care users by 10 times when alleging New York has Medicaid fraud. How has the state responded?

During "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 4/15/26, a former atheist tells us why he now believes in God. Then, what is self-advocacy? The new episode of the Move to Include podcast explains.

St. John Fisher University is offering a master's residency program in inclusive education for people looking to change careers.

The Eastman Institute of Oral Health received a $2.16 million federal grant that will help train dentists on how to better treat individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The organization is partnering with Monroe County to offer a day of sensory-friendly DMV appointments away from the DMV offices this weekend.

New York advocates urge more funding for community mental health services, saying stronger supports could prevent youth hospitalizations.