Springfield police launched a Blue Envelope Program to support drivers with autism during traffic stops, offering a tool for clearer communication.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Naperville Police Department is launching a new initiative to improve interactions between police and individuals with autism.

When drivers with autism encounter police officers, they are often unsettled by the lights, sounds and communication challenges that come with a traffic stop. Officers on these stops may sometimes ...