A new communication card was developed to help individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing exchange information with law enforcement A new communication card was developed to help individuals who are ...

To most people, David Hankinson looks like a normal driver. But if he was to get pulled over, he faces a big challenge. The officer would begin to speak, but David would not be able to hear. “Every ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - For those who are deaf or hard of hearing, interactions with law enforcement can be a challenge. That’s why New Hanover County’s Office of Diversity and Equity has partnered ...

BOISE, Idaho - The Idaho Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Northwest ADA Center of Idaho and law enforcement have developed a new communication card. The new card, which can be stored inside a ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - New Hanover County held its ‘Law Enforcement and Me’ event at the government center on Thursday evening. The event aims to bridge the gap between law enforcement and ...

How law officers can better interact with deaf drivers during traffic stops was information Amanda Spears brought to a Level Plains Police Department training session held at the city’s community ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The New Hanover County (NHC) Office of Civic Engagement, in partnership with the NHC Sheriff’s Office and the NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Services ...