The deaf blacksmith who married in 1576 – and the history of sign as a legal language

The medieval church’s acknowledgement that signs were equivalent to a spoken language was transformative for deaf people.

Mom Throws Party for Son Who Is Deaf. Then She's Overcome When Her Entire Family Signs Happy Birthday to Him in ASL (Exclusive)

Kelsey Boone throws her son, who is deaf, a birthday party. She's overcome when her entire family signs happy birthday to him ...

Sign language interpreters at music concerts: ASL rock stars (Enable: The Disability Podcast)

How do deaf people enjoy concerts? ASL rock stars Amber Galloway and Julian Ortiz are sign language interpreters for live music events like the New York State Fair, Lollapalooza, and the Super Bowl.
AOL

Groom Secretly Spent Months Learning ASL to Sign Wedding Vows, Surprising Bride's Deaf Parents (Exclusive)

A groom secretly learned American Sign Language (ASL) for months before his wedding so that his bride's deaf parents could be included in his vows. Zachary and Hallie Swain's wedding ceremony on May ...
The Indianapolis Star

At first the stadium was silent. Then a Colts cheerleader used sign language to 'make him feel heard'

Indianapolis Colts cheerleader Morgan is proficient in American Sign Language and uses it to connect with fans. She met 8-year-old Mark at Sunday's Colts game who recently moved to the city to attend ...
Boston Herald

This cafe takes orders in sign language. It’s cherished by the Deaf community

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon cafe that takes orders in sign language has become a cherished space for the Deaf community, providing a unique gathering place as well as employment for those who are ...