With the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles this summer, fans from around the globe are coming out to cheer on the athletes. We caught up with four Olympians who are not only here for the games, but to help support...
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‘Twisted Colossus’ a new fan favorite at Six Flags Magic Mountain
'Twisted Colossus', the new and improved version of the Six Flags Magic Mountain fan favorite ride 'Colossus' features a steel track on top of the original wooden track which increases the speed and smoothens the ride. The...
From Athens to SoCal: Greek athletes welcome Flame of Hope at Hansen Dam
On July 23, Special Olympics athletes from Greece welcomed the Flame of Hope as it traveled to Hansen Dam on the final leg of the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run supporting the Special Olympics.
Newport Beach provides free dental and vision care to its host countries
Newport Beach has a special connection to the countries it’s hosting through the multiple charity services that have been provided through Steve Bender, the Co-Chair of Newport Beach Host Town...
SoCalGas brings largest “Fans in the Stands” group ever to Special Olympics
To support the Special Olympics World Games, the Southern California Gas Company recruited over 1,900 members to join their "Fans in the Stands" group, which made it the largest organized fan group in Special Olympics history. All of the...
Dikembe Mutombo: A catalyst of change
"It takes one person all the time," says former NBA all-star Dikembe Mutombo, smiling, as he shares his philosophy on how to change the world. "I'm doing my part, you do your part, he's going to do his part... combine it all into one, and...
Maria Shriver’s new poll reveals America’s changing perception towards people with intellectual disabilites
As the 2015 Los Angeles Special Olympics World Games gets underway, athletes and fans can be seen traversing the streets of LA as they head to and from competitions. However, despite the crowds of supporters here for the...
Downtown L.A. hosts Algeria, Belarus, and Moldova
Downtown Los Angeles’ Jonathan Club serves as a temporary home and a space for pre-competition fun for the Special Olympics World Games athletes from Algeria, Belarus, and Moldova.
Special Olympics World Games Opening Ceremony in Photos
Abby Wambach: “We need each other”
In light of the Special Olympics World Games taking place this summer in Los Angeles, the Doha GOALS Forum held panels in which sports leaders from across the world discussed the growing sporting world and its influence. Among the panelists was American soccer player...