American Red Cross shares disaster preparedness tips for National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month, and the American Red Cross is sharing tips on how people can prepare before a disaster or emergency occurs. The organization urges families to take action now, saying disasters can strike anytime and anywhere. More.
Bipartisan bill seeks FEMA reimbursement for 9/11 first responder pensions
The bipartisan measure would seek an estimated $3.1 billion from FEMA for pension payments tied to 9/11-related deaths and disabilities among firefighters, police officers and other public employees. More.
Workers who helped rebuild after 9/11 honored at World Trade Center
Thousands of construction workers and cleanup crews worked and volunteered at the World Trade Center after Sept. 11, 2001, around the clock for months, removing tons of debris and helping with the recovery. More.
25 years after 9/11: Kean warns against letting guard down
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, former Gov. Tom Kean says the United States is better prepared to prevent another catastrophic attack. But he remains concerned about whether the systems created after 9/11 are still working as intended. More.
This National Preparedness Month, American Families Stand Ready
September is National Preparedness Month, a time when we are reminded that emergencies can happen at any moment. For more than 20 years, the Ready Campaign has encouraged individuals to take practical steps before disaster strikes. More.
Trump says he'll consider releasing 9/11 records after families' request
Donald Trump said Sunday that he will look into requests from families of Sept. 11 victims to release records that could shed light on Saudi Arabia's alleged role in the attacks 25 years ago. More.
‘In Their Honor: 25 Years of 9/11-Inspired Service’ – 9/11 Memorial & Museum New Special Exhibition
Through a series of programs and initiatives, the National September 11 Memorial & Museum invites people to remember, reflect on, and learn about the day that left an indelible mark on the United States and the world. More.
Senator Blumenthal: Week in Review
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) commemorated the twenty-fifth anniversary of the September 11th attacks and remembered the victims, their families and loved ones, and the heroes who responded to 9/11. More.