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Today is World Autism Awareness Day
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Today is World Autism Awareness Day

  • Updated Apr 2, 2026
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Springfield police connecting autistic drivers with resources for safer traffic stops

Springfield police connecting autistic drivers with resources for safer traffic stops

  • Updated Mar 2, 2026

Drivers with autism in the Springfield area can pick up a blue envelope to store important documents. If they get pulled over, they can provid…

Springfield police connecting autistic drivers with resources for safer traffic stops
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Springfield police connecting autistic drivers with resources for safer traffic stops

  • WAND Digital Team, Carlee Bronkema
  • Updated Mar 2, 2026

The Springfield Police Department is introducing the Blue Envelope Program in partnership with The Autism Hero Project. 

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Springfield police launch Blue Envelope Program to help drivers with Autism

Springfield police launch Blue Envelope Program to help drivers with Autism

  • Updated Mar 2, 2026
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Research study explores CBD use for those with ADHD, autism

Research study explores CBD use for those with ADHD, autism

  • Updated Jan 19, 2026

As medical cannabis continues to evolve, a study based in Israel found that CBD reduces symptoms of ADHD and autism in children.

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Research study explores CBD use for those with ADHD, autism

  • La'Miya Starnes
  • Updated Jan 19, 2026

As medical cannabis continues to evolve, a study based in Israel found that CBD reduces symptoms of ADHD and autism in children.

Barbie launches first doll with Autism
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Barbie launches first doll with Autism

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Jan 12, 2026

Mattel, Inc. unveiled the first-ever autistic Barbie doll. 

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Ambulances in Logan County help raise awareness about autism, cancer

Ambulances in Logan County help raise awareness about autism, cancer

  • Updated Dec 16, 2025

The Logan County Paramedics Association has rolled out two brand-new ambulances with a powerful purpose.

Empower All Abilities conference brings support to students and families
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Empower All Abilities conference brings support to students and families

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  • Updated Nov 16, 2025

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Support one, support all — that was the mission during the Empower All Abilities Conference Saturday.

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Lighthouse Autism Center reacts to Trump's claims on Tylenol
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Lighthouse Autism Center reacts to Trump's claims on Tylenol

  • Updated Sep 23, 2025

The Lighthouse Autism Center in Central Illinois provides services to kids with autism across the region. WAND News spoke with the center to g…

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