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Disability advocate Miranda Grunwell has voted in every election for the past 22 years, since she turned 18. But it hasn’t been easy because of a severe learning disability. 

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As part of the settlement, counties will report any malfunctions to the state in order to provide full transparency.

Almost one in three in Missouri lives with a disability, which can sometimes make navigating the world a challenge. People First of Missouri has been helping them advocate for themselves since it was formed in Kansas City in the 1990s. Roger Crome, president of the group, said the mission is to help people live the life they want in the community. ...

Some New York groups are taking action to reduce the number of disabled people being hurt in e-bike crashes. According to New York Citys crash mapper, there have been more than 1,200 incidents of e-bike, motorbike and bicycle crashes in the past year. A petition by Pedestrians for Bike Safety to implement safer cycling conditions garnered almost 5,000 signatures. ...

The Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division is working on a new Olmstead Plan in the Silver State, which mandates that public entities ensure people with disabilities are given the opportunity to live in integrated settings. The name is from the 1999 U.S. Supreme Court Olmstead decision, which found people with disabilities have the right to receive state-funded services and support in their communities, rather than in institutions. ...

If you voted in person in March or last fall, thank you. With a second round of voting for mayor and other offices starting this week, I hope to see you again soon.

A candidate for Porter Town Council will be fined $250 and given two weeks to bring his campaign signs into compliance after failing to appear for a hearing before the Porter County Election Board at its meeting Friday morning.

You didn't even have to ask about it at certain locations on Thursday. One glance told you early voting is popular in the Bluegrass state.

As the Nov. 8 General Election quickly approaches, it is important for voters to understand the processes and precautions we take to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the election.