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Father continues to seek justice for his son who died on 9/11

The corner of Shore Parkway and Bay 8th Street in Dyker Heights bears the name of firefighter Jimmy Riches who died Sept. 11, 2001 — just a day before his 30th birthday. More.

9/11 Heroes Run returning to Bryant Commons

The Travis Manion Foundation, a national organization that supports veterans and families of fallen servicemembers, will be bringing the 9/11 Heroes Run back to the Coastal Georgia community. Since 2008, between September and October, the foundation puts on running events across the country to honor the sacrifices made by those who served during the events of 9/11 and after. More.

9/11 terrorist suspects could avoid death penalty amid plea negotiations: Letter to families

The alleged architect of the September 11, 2001 attack and several other defendants could avoid the death penalty under plea agreements being considered, according to a letter to families from the Pentagon and FBI. More.

Bernards Township To Hold 9/11 Ceremony at Harry Dunham Park Memorial

The Township of Bernards has invited the public to join and attend a memorial service to honor and remember township residents and other first responders who lost their lives during the Sept. 11, 2001 terroristic attack. More.

9/11 families, first responders split over being offered affordable housing at Ground Zero

New York's offer of housing for survivors of the 9/11 terrorist attack just steps away from Ground Zero has left some upset and others pleased by the news. More.

Families of 9/11 victims beseech presidential hopefuls in Iowa: Hold Saudi Arabia accountable

The Iowa State Fair draws more than presidential candidates; it also attracts those wishing to influence them. In the case of family members representing victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers in New York, what they want from White House candidates is justice. More.

9/11 traveling exhibit offers 'heart-wrenching' history lesson at Erie County Fair

On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, Rachel Putney and her fellow kindergarteners were eating cupcakes to mark a classmate’s birthday. Betsy Andrews remembers coming out of a meeting and seeing news of the attack on the World Trade Center on the TVs at her office. A colleague turned to her and said, “We’re going to war.” More.

Tunnel to Towers 9/11 exhibit on display at Erie County Fair; group supports Jason Arno's family

The Tunnel to Towers exhibit is making an appearance at the Erie County Fair for the first time. The mobile exhibit leaves on August 14. It's a mobile 9/11 memorial exhibit. Everything in it comes from ground zero. More.