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Center safe environment for children with autism
By: Karen Meyer
ABC7 Chicago
2/9/12
A Chicago-area mother started a play center for her daughter and friends who have autism. Her goal is to expand so other children with autism can have a safe environment to be themselves.
Tazewell mental health provider questions state's funding cuts
By: Sharon Woods Harris
Peoria Journal Star
2/2/12
A colorful "Happy birthday to you" sign hangs on the wall at 1423 Valle Vista, but there are no celebrants wishing the birthday boy well.
Teen with autism shot to death by police
By: Becky Schlikerman and Liam Ford
Chicago Tribune
2/2/12
Calumet City police had been called to subdue Stephon Watts 10 times in less than two years, using Tasers at least once on the 15-year-old with Aspberger's syndrome.