Quadruple amputee shares story of persevering to become pilot
"My wife will tell you, I'm a little bit hard-headed," Zach Anglin said.
Disability Stories
Riverside's School for the Deaf football team wins consecutive state titles
Despite several seniors graduating last year, the California School for the Deaf in Riverside rallied to capture their second consecutive CIF championship for Division 1 over the weekend.
Fighting the good fight against ALS
Brian Wallach has beaten the odds after being diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease) six years ago. Since then, he and his wife, Sandra, have successfully lobbied Congress for funds for promising drugs and treatments.
This Texas woman — and her new husband — care for her former husband
"I had made vows that I would be with him in sickness and health, and I took that very seriously," Kris Armstrong said of her former husband, Brandon Smith. "I didn't stay married to him, but I wanted to take care of him."
Elmwood Park Zoo promotes inclusivity among staff, patrons
In this week's Focusing on the Future, we met up with an Elmwood Park Zoo employee whose abilities go well beyond his contributions on the job.
Community center connects individuals with special needs in Ann Arbor
People of all ages and abilities are welcome to drop in six days a week, where they can participate in group activities and outings.
California boy, 12, volunteers at surf camp for kids with disabilities
AJ Iredell passes his love of surfing so other children can have a "feeling of accomplishment."
Aria Mia Loberti on playing the blind heroine of "All the Light We Cannot See"
She had never acted before, but the Rhode Island native and Fulbright scholar stood out among hundreds in a casting call for Netflix's adaptation of Anthony Doerr's Pulitzer Prize-winning World War II novel, to play a heroine that - like Loberti - cannot see.
Aria Mia Loberti on starring in "All the Light We Cannot See"
Aria Mia Loberti had never acted before, but she stood out among hundreds in a casting call for Netflix's adaptation of Anthony Doerr's Pulitzer Prize-winning World War II novel, "All the Light We Cannot See." The heroine is a young woman who, like Loberti, cannot see. Correspondent Seth Doane visited Loberti on the set during filming in Budapest, where she talked about the responsibility of bringing a blind character to life for audiences.
Possible medical breakthrough in rare disease
Jordan Lang was born with an incredibly rare genetic mutation — so rare that she was the first ever to be diagnosed with it. Thanks to the work of her parents and five other families whose children have the same condition, millions of dollars to research the rare mutation have been raised and ongoing research may have led to a possible breakthrough. Adam Yamaguchi has more.
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MaRynn Taylor on self-titled album
Rising country star MaRynn Taylor joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her self-titled debut album, a 12-song collection written on the road while opening Kelsea Ballerini's 2025 arena tour.
Eva Pilgrim on "Inside Edition" anchor role
With more than 20 years of TV experience, Eva Pilgrim joins "Inside Edition" as its first new anchor in three decades, succeeding longtime host Deborah Norville. She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the role
Meet the woman making move-in day at Widener University feel like home
At Widener University, "Move-In Day" is more than just hauling boxes; it's a moment when students and families begin to feel they belong.
Laufey on creating her own sound
Whimsical and romantic, the music of Icelandic singer and cellist Laufey Lín Bing Jónsdóttir blends pop, jazz, classical and bossa nova – a "mishmash," she calls it. Her latest album is "A Matter of Time."
Laufey on creating her own sound
Whimsical and romantic, the music of Icelandic singer and cellist Laufey Lín Bing Jónsdóttir, or Laufey, blends pop, jazz, classical and bossa nova – a "mishmash," she calls it, which has led to sold-out shows, bestselling albums, and a Grammy Award. With her third album, "A Matter of Time," being released this week, she sits down with correspondent Tracy Smith to discuss her musical tastes; her reaction to the response of young fans; and the thrill of singing a duet with Barbra Streisand of a song she composed, "Letter To My 13-Year-Old Self."
Rashid Johnson on art as a source of potential joy
Artist Rashid Johnson has used multiple media and materials to create works that examine race, masculinity, identity, aesthetics, and (he says) his own anxiety. Now, Johnson's career is the focus of an exhibition at the Guggenheim New York, "A Poem for Deep Thinkers." Correspondent Alina Cho reports.
Gateway Church installs new lead pastor amid abuse scandal fallout
Daniel Floyd and wife Tammie take the helm at Southlake megachurch as it seeks stability following abuse allegations against founding pastor Robert Morris.
Meet chef Ana Sortun
Chef Ana Sortun is a Seattle native who has made the Boston food scene her own with her restaurant Oleana, which earned her multiple James Beard Award-nominations.
Denver astronaut considered for the highest civilian honor bestowed by Congress
A bill by Colorado's Rep. Joe Neguse and Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper would award Ed Dwight the Congressional Gold Medal.
Nipsey Hussle honored with LA Metro station renaming
The Los Angeles Metro has temporarily renamed the Hyde Park Station near Crenshaw Boulevard and Slauson Avenue the "Nipsey Hussle Station."