The city’s Department of Investigation claims a “staffing issue” is preventing it from investigating what past mayoral administrations knew about 9/11 air toxins — prompting criticism from those who think the Big Apple is dragging its heels. More.
NYC ripped over claim that ‘staffing issue’ prevents 9/11 air toxins probe: ‘Can’t believe that it’s that difficult ‘
Appeals court weighs if U.S. can nix accused 9/11 plotters’ plea deal
Lawyers for the Justice Department on Tuesday implored a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., to allow the Pentagon to withdraw from a plea deal ruling out the death penalty for the accused mastermind of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, saying that if there were ever a case for courts to intervene, it was Khalid Sheikh Mohammed’s. More.
After LA wildfires, Oceanside reviews fire risks, preparedness
Following devastating fires in Los Angeles, Oceanside residents have raised concerns about the city’s ability to handle a similar large-scale disaster in their own backyard, prompting a presentation by the fire and water utilities departments at a Jan. 22 council meeting. More.
Trump Admin Guts School Safety Committee Created to Combat Mass Shootings
When a broad group of parents, educators and activists met in late October at a government office building in Arlington, Virginia, they gathered around a shared goal: Make America’s schools safer. More.
Six ways to keep your school safe when disaster strikes
Children are often hit first and hardest by disasters - and they face major risks to their safety, health and education. UNICEF estimates that nearly half of the world's children - roughly 1 billion - live in one of 33 countries classified as "extremely high risk" from the impacts of climate change. More.
Los Angeles Emerges from Wildfires as Austin Heeds Warning, Lessons in Disaster Preparedness & Recovery
As the embers of recent wildfires start to cool, and Los Angeles residents are faced with the long process of recovery, it's clear that the respite from the windy, flame-fanning weather is a temporary reprieve rather than an end to the threat. More.
Appeals court wrestles with Pentagon's bid to rescind 9/11 plea deals
Justice Department lawyers and defense attorneys for the three men accused of planning the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks squared off before a federal appeals court Tuesday in a court fight over whether plea agreements reached with the defendants last summer can go forward. More.
MO-TF1 member dies from cancer related to 9/11 response
A Missouri Task Force 1 member who responded to the 9/11 attacks in New York has died from cancer, the Boone County Fire Protection District announced Thursday. More.