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FDNY and Snug Harbor reopen 9/11 Tribute and Educational Center so we’ll never forget

The Staten Island 9/11 Tribute and Educational Center is now officially reopened. It had been closed due to the combined impacts of the pandemic and staffing. More.

Senate unanimously approves bill creating 9/11 model curriculum for school districts

The Senate of Pennsylvania gave its stamp of approval on legislation that would require the Pennsylvania Department of Education to create model curriculum on the events that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001, and make available to school districts across the Commonwealth. More.

9/11 Memorial & Museum to host program highlighting victims that were undocumented immigrants

Although 9/11 happened over 21 years ago, there are still aspects to deconstruct regarding the tragic mass loss of human life that day. 67 of the 2,977 people who died on 9/11 are estimated to be undocumented immigrants. More.

Aid bill for 9/11 families exposes rift with former Iran hostages

Legislation the Senate might take up next month to expand compensation for family members who lost loved ones in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks has broad bipartisan support. More.

The Impact of Gun Violence on Children and Adolescents

Firearm injuries and deaths in the United States have increased in recent years and adversely affect many children and adolescents. In 2020, firearms became the leading cause of death among children ages 19 and below and in the first six months of 2022. More.

Psychiatrist says parents should support children through dialogue in times of violence

Thursday's mass shooting in the Hedingham neighborhood that has rocked the Raleigh community is putting parents on edge. The events have left many wondering how to best protect their children from getting desensitized by the violence, and how to cope with the anger and anxiety it can cause. More.

Letter: Clearing up confusion about new 9/11 victim compensation laws

Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed into law two measures that change how the state's Surrogate's Court will handle the probate process for two types of death claims filed by families of 9/11 victims. More.

Decades after 9/11, push-to-talk remains a first responder challenge

BK Technologies, an equipment vendor to the public safety community, this week announced a new, interoperable push-to-talk (PTT) service for first responders. More.