Deaf

Oklahoma City Police fatally shoot deaf man as witnesses yell ‘he can’t hear’

This is the fifth officer-involved shooting in the city this year.

On Sep 21, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

Deaf education lacked attention—so this teacher started a movement

#DeafEd chats are hoping to answer some long-overlooked problems in our education system.

On Oct 31, 2016 by Morgan Leahy

‘Hamilton’ celebrates Deaf Awareness Week with sign language Ham4Ham

‘Cabinet Battle #2’ has never looked better.

On Sep 23, 2016 by April Siese

Bullies throw deaf student’s belongings in toilet, photo of incident goes viral

Alex Hernandez has received a lot of online support, but he no longer feels safe at school.

On Sep 7, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

Not everyone is charmed by those videos of babies hearing for the first time

Are they cute videos that celebrate connection—or do they glorify audism?

On Jun 13, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

The tech industry can do better when it comes to the Deaf community

Technology can help the hard of hearing, but it too often misses the mark.

On May 27, 2016 by Morgan Leahy

Polish teen outfits texting app for the hard of hearing

Give me a sign.

On Feb 1, 2016 by AJ Dellinger

Deaf dog senses outdoor rock concert, has an adorable jam session

He’s really feeling it.

On May 18, 2015 by Miles Klee

Heartwarming ad of the day features same-sex couple learning ASL

Grab the Kleenex.

On Apr 27, 2015 by Gabe Bergado

Samsung taught this man’s neighbors sign language for an emotional ad

He never expected this.

On Mar 10, 2015 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

Watch a 7-week-old baby hear for the first time

His first smile says it all.

On Sep 4, 2014 by Michelle Jaworski

A deaf dog who knows sign language found a forever home with a deaf owner

An older dog who is deaf captured the hearts of both the Nebraska humane society volunteer who trained her with simple sign language.

On May 12, 2014 by Michelle Jaworski

The incredible moment a woman hears for the first time

Joanne Milne was borne with a rare genetic disorder that left her both deaf and blind.

On Mar 27, 2014 by Kevin Morris

Soon you’ll be able to text 911 for help

Go easy on the emojis, though.

On Mar 13, 2014 by Miles Klee

Deaf Seahawks star gives young hearing-impaired fans a huge Super Bowl surprise

Two of Derrick Coleman’s biggest fans will now be able to watch their hero play on Super Bowl Sunday. 

On Jan 31, 2014 by Michelle Jaworski