Autism Speaks

Federal workers in Md. won't get coverage for autism treatment

2013-01-04 14:27:00

Autistic children of federal workers in 22 states begin receiving insurance coverage this month for a key behavioral treatment, under a decision by the Office of Personnel Management. Maryland, home to the third-largest population of federal workers...

McFadden sisters did Howard County proud at 2012 Paralympics

2012-09-12 00:00:00

Tatyana McFadden put on a remarkable performance at the 2012 Paralympic Games in London. Competing in "athletics," which is what we call track and field, she had nine races from Sept. 3-9. Five were finals. Over that span the 23-year-old from Clarksville...

READER SUBMITTED: River Street Walks For A Cause Close To Their Heart

2013-06-16 16:10:03

On Sunday, June 1, members of the CREC community, including staff from the CREC River Street Autism Program at Coltsville participated in the Walk for Autism at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. Team Coltsville raised $1,083.09. For 40 years, CREC has...

Murder? Yes. But 'cold'? No.

2013-06-13 16:32:07

Pitiful story of boy's slaying should melt 'cold' hearts

2013-06-16 00:00:00

"The murder was committed in a cold, calculated and premeditated manner," said Assistant Cook County State's Attorney Maureen O'Brien, speaking last week to reporters about the recent stabbing death of a 14-year-old River Grove youth, allegedly at the...

Database allows residents to share extra information during 911 calls

2013-06-07 00:00:00

Nancy O'Brien can still remember the panic that took over her family when her 7-year-old autistic son wandered away. "It was extremely traumatic for us," she said. "Since that time, we have taken every precaution possible to make sure it doesn't...

Stewart wins Cup race at Dover; Bowyer 6th, up to 3rd in points

2013-06-02 14:21:00

A penalty to Jimmie Johnson was all Tony Stewart needed to break out of a four-month slump. � After Johnson was assessed a drive-through penalty for jumping the final restart -- a sanction Johnson protested vehemently -- Stewart passed Juan Pablo...

Tony Stewart takes advantage of penalty to Jimmie Johnson in Dover win

2013-06-02 14:03:05

The Sports Xchange Tony Stewart takes advantage of penalty to Jimmie Johnson in Dover win By Reid Spencer, NASCAR Wire Service Distributed by the Sports Xchange DOVER, Del. -- A penalty to Jimmie Johnson was all Tony Stewart needed to break out of a...

Hamlin: New pavement has changed game at Pocono

2013-06-01 11:57:02

The Sports Xchange Hamlin: New pavement has changed game at Pocono By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service Distributed by The Sports Xchange DOVER, Del. -- Denny Hamlin's quest to make the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup -- despite missing four races...

Patrick: Stewart has own version of 'tough love'

2013-05-31 12:55:03

The Sports Xchange Patrick: Stewart has own version of 'tough love' By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service Distributed by The Sports Xchange DOVER, Del. -- If Tony Stewart is tough on rookie drivers, it's only because he wants to help them, Danica...

Denny Hamlin wins second straight pole at the Monster Mile; Bowyer starts 15th

2013-05-31 20:39:00

A broken back hasn't slowed Denny Hamlin down, as his competitors in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series learned once again during Friday's qualifying session for Sunday's FedEx 400 benefiting Autism Speaks at Dover International Speedway. Sidelined for five...

Denny Hamlin wins second straight pole at the Monster Mile

2013-05-31 14:08:00

Distributed by The Sports Xchange DOVER, Del. -- A broken back hasn't slowed Denny Hamlin down, as his competitors in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series learned once again during Friday's qualifying session for Sunday's FedEx 400 benefiting Autism Speaks at...

Tony Stewart, driver of the #14 Code 3 Associates/Mobil 1 Chevrolet, takes part in pre-race ceremonies during the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series FedEx 400 benefiting Autism Speaks at Dover International Speedway on June 2, 2013 in Dover, Delaware.

2013-06-03 04:53:32

Thousands walked around the Rose Bowl during the 11th Annual Walk Now For Autism Speaks in Pasadena on Saturday. About 40,000 people were expected to participate in the fundraiser for autism research, advocacy and family services.

2013-04-20 00:00:00

Pasadena police officers directed traffic as thousands walked around the Rose Bowl during the 11th Annual Walk Now For Autism Speaks in Pasadena on Saturday, April 20, 2013. About 40,000 people were expected to participate in the fundraiser for autism research, advocacy and family services.

2013-04-20 00:00:00