With the recent wildfires in Southern California forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes, firefighters and emergency preparedness specialists in the Bay Area want to make sure you are ready in case disaster strikes. More.

The September 11th attacks left an impact on individuals who lived, worked, or volunteered near Ground Zero. These individuals were exposed to toxic dust and debris, leading to serious health conditions that have continued to surface over time. More.

The man accused of being the mastermind of the Sept. 11 attacks, Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, has agreed to let government prosecutors use portions of a 2007 confession that he says were obtained through his torture at any future sentencing trial if his case is settled with a life sentence. More.

Our 21st-Century Architecture: 25 Years 25 Buildings pick for 2011 is the National 9/11 Memorial, designed by Michael Arad of Handel Architects – a powerful symbol of loss, remembrance and healing. More.

The California wildfires have left many immediately shaken, but experts say the toll on mental health can last longer than people realize. More.

The Boone County Fire Protection District announced the death of heavy rigging specialist Larry Duncan. According to the post, Duncan was one of 62 Missouri Task Force 1 members who responded to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. More.

It’s been more than a week since two of the most destructive wildfires in California history broke out within hours of each other in Los Angeles. Both blazes remain active and uncontained, and Angelenos again held their breath while firefighters worked to prevent the flames from spreading. More

Thirteen retired New Jersey State Police troopers won an appeal Wednesday that will give them a chance to prove they were not properly notified about their eligibility to receive 9/11 illness benefits. More.