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A major settlement has been reached in the lawsuit against the NYC MTA to improve elevator accessibility in the subway system, enhancing usability for people with disabilities.
Source: Disability Rights Advocates
The MTA has settled a lawsuit to improve the reliability of subway elevators, addressing accessibility issues. The settlement includes commitments to better maintenance and monitoring.
Source: Disability Rights Advocates
The MTA has settled with disability advocates to make 95% of NYC subway stations accessible. The agreement includes elevator installations and maintenance plans, marking a significant step forward in public transit accessibility.
Source: Disability Rights Advocates
Chicago's efforts to enhance accessibility through Accessible Pedestrian Signals are evaluated in a new report. While successes include new installations and budget increases, challenges remain with unmet project timelines and underserved areas.
Source: Disability Rights Advocates
Chicago surpasses its goals in rolling out Accessible Pedestrian Signals, improving navigation for the visually impaired. However, technical issues persist that require addressing.
Source: Disability Rights Advocates
Micro:bit's collaboration introduces screen reader compatibility in Microsoft MakeCode, allowing visually impaired children to engage in block-based coding.
Source: News-Medical.net
ACB, Meta, and BVA distributed Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses to blind veterans in St. Louis, promoting independence and information access.
Source: American Council of the Blind
NV Access has released Beta 9 of NVDA 2026.2, the latest test build of its free screen reader, and is calling on users to download it and report bugs before the final release. The beta gives NVDA users an early look at the next version while helping shape its stability ahead of launch.
Source: NV Access
Accessibility on Chicago’s streets and sidewalks is under scrutiny. Despite efforts, many challenges remain, impacting individuals with disabilities. Plans for improvements are underway.
Source: Disability Rights Advocates
Apple has released version 26.6 across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS, focused on bug fixes, security updates, and behind-the-scenes prep for the next major "27" releases. AppleVis confirmed one meaningful accessibility fix: VoiceOver on Apple Watch now correctly focuses on the time when waking the device instead of jumping to the first complication.
Source: AppleVis Blog
Visions Park in Las Vegas offers accessible housing and support services for blind and visually impaired residents.
Source: FOX5 Vegas
BWBF rebrands as Visably, launching initiatives to improve tech access for individuals with sight loss.
Source: RNIB Connect