Emyle Watkins, disability reporter for the New York Public News Network, joined WAMC's Lucas Willard to discuss how the Justice Department's interpretation that argues Congress has imposed an integration mandate on state and local governments that raises constitutional concerns is making waves in New York state.

On Thursday, Governor Kathy Hochul broke her silence on the U.S. Department of Justice memo challenging the integration mandate and the Olmstead decision.

Disability rights activists flooded public comment in a statewide government committee meeting emphasizing concern following a controversial memo released by the DOJ.

Union members with the Rochester Association of Paraprofessionals at the Rochester City School District call for higher wages.

In the first hour of "Connections" on 6/22/26, guest host Noelle E.C. Evans and her panel discuss how to make play more inclusive for people of all ages and abilities.

The two sides now have three weeks to decide whether to proceed to trial.

The U.S. Department of Justice is suing New York and Public Partnerships LLC, alleging fraud in the contract, bidding process, and transition of the CDPAP home care program.

Adequate housing is a fundamental human right, according to the United Nations. But for people with newly acquired disabilities, finding a place that is accessible, affordable, and nearby can be a challenge.

Mike Patterson shares how paralysis, stigma and scarce accessible housing shape life after gun violence, and why stable, affordable homes matter.

During the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 6/4/26, we're live on the road in Greece, where local teens and education leaders explore how to best support youth mental health.