Seven years after thousands of 9/11 family victims won the right to sue Saudi Arabia for allegedly helping al Qaeda hijackers attack the U.S., their monumental court case is approaching a make-or-break crossroads. More.
Victims’ lawsuit that seeks to hold Saudi Arabia accountable for 9/11 approaches make-or-break crossroads
Connecticut law enforcement agencies attend FBI symposium on preventing violence
Representatives from law enforcement agencies across the state attended a three-day symposium conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. More.
9/11 memorial trail cyclists stop in Blair County during journey
Cyclists with the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance are in the middle of a two-week 700-mile state-wide journey along the 9/11 trail alignment from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia. More.
Grassley, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Strengthen 9/11 Victims Law
Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined Sens. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), along with Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.), in introducing the Ensuring Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act. The bill would close loopholes in the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA) to allow the families of victims of terrorism to seek financial compensation from foreign sponsors of terrorism. More.
Briefing On Community Responses To Mass Violence Incidents
On Thursday, June 22, the National Governors Association (NGA) hosted its monthly briefing for the Criminal Justice Policy Advisors (CJPA) network. The briefing discussed best practices and available resources for Governor’s offices when responding to a mass violence incident. More.
9/11 memorial being rebuilt at downtown Panama City marina
Crews are working hard to have the Panama City marina ready in time for the 4th of July fireworks celebration. More.
Multi-faith delegation of Indian Minorities Foundation denounce terror in one voice; pays homage to the victims of the 9/11 terror attack
Amulti-faith delegation of the Indian Minorities Foundation (IMF) paid tribute to the victims of the terrorist attack that took place on September 11, 2001, as they visited the 9/11 ground zero in New York on June 20 in memory of those who fell to the attack. More.
James Cameron's Titanic wreck voyage and its unexpected connection to the 9/11 tragedy
In a twist of fate, renowned filmmaker James Cameron's expedition to explore the iconic Titanic wreckage took a poignant turn as the world was shaken by the 9/11 terrorist attacks. More.