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Arlington to dedicate memorial honoring local 9/11 ERA heroes on Memorial Day

Arlington, Washington, is set to unveil a memorial this Memorial Day to honor their own fallen heroes of the recent conflicts that have stained the pages of history following the tragic events of September 11, 2001. More.

Civilian Prosecutors Rejected Evidence in 9/11 Case That Military Calls Crucial

For years, a thorny question has dominated pretrial hearings in the military commissions case over the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks: Did the men accused of plotting them voluntarily confess in 2007 after the C.I.A. had stopped torturing them, and could those statements be used as evidence at their eventual death-penalty trial? More.

Ramirez bill to extend filing deadline for 9/11 first responders clears Assembly panel

A bill sponsored by Assemblywoman Jessica Ramirez (D-32) to extend the filing deadline for 9/11 first responders cleared the Assembly State and Local Government Committee earlier today. More.

It’s make or break time for 9/11 families’ lawsuit; Saudis seek dismissal despite ‘overwhelming evidence’

The arguments are in and now it’s up to a federal judge in New York City to decide whether the momentous civil lawsuit pitting Saudi Arabia against the 9/11 wounded and families of the 2,977 dead lives or dies. More.

Montrose holds 5K in honor of fallen 9/11 first responders

Runners raised thousands of dollars for homeless veterans and first responders during a 5K in Susquehanna County. Nikki Schake organized Montrose’s first Tunnel to Towers (T2T) 5K run in honor of her childhood friend, Danny Crisman. More.

Massachusetts victim assistance programs in need of funding

Dollars coming from Washington to support survivors of violent crimes have dried up in recent years, and state funds to prop up struggling service providers are held up in a spending bill awaiting legislative action. More.

His Dad Was a Firefighter and Jets Ticketholder Who Died on 9/11, Now Patrick McSweeney Is Trying Out for the Team

The son of a firefighter who lost his life during the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York City is paying homage with the help of football. Over the weekend, Patrick McSweeney, a football tight end, participated in a rookie minicamp for the New York Jets, his dad Timothy's favorite team. More.

Alexandria’s Old Town Run Club Raising Funds For Inaugural 9/11 Memorial Run

Each week, the Old Town Run Club offers area runners of all ages, abilities, and occupations an opportunity to run with like-minded folks who are training for marathons, half-marathons, and short-to-mid-distance races, or who are simply looking to stay in shape in a supportive and friendly environment. More.