The Medical University of South Carolina’s National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center Oct. 11 received an $8.9 million grant from the Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime to continue to develop evidence-based best practices, training and other resources. More.
DOJ extends support for health care resource center for mass violence victims
Ground Hog Day in America: Mass Violence and Mental Illness
When Chris Harper Mercer went on his murderous rampage on the Umqua College campus in Roseburg, Oregon, it was more than just a killing carried out in high dudgeon, it was iterating a scenario that has become all too familiar in America. More.
Shanksville town hall to discuss program enrollment for 9/11 responders
Were you or someone you know impacted by 9/11? Two federal agencies are inviting anyone who was part of the rescue, recovery and cleanup effort in Shanksville on 9/11 to a town hall meeting to discuss program enrollments. More.
Man jumps into reflecting pool at 9/11 Memorial in New York City
A man was arrested in New York City on Monday and accused of jumping into a reflecting pool at the 9/11 Memorial, police said. The incident unfolded at about 1:30 p.m. ET, when police were called to the north pool at the 9/11 Memorial and found the 33-year-old man had jumped in, police said. More.
Israel Faces Its 9/11
Amid the shock and horror, the nation stands together with moral clarity and resolve. More.
ASIS NYC Person of the Year Lunch, Keynote, and Award Recipient
The ASIS NYC Chapter Person of the Year Lunch will kick off with a featured speaker, Thomas H. Kean, the Former Governor of New Jersey and Former Chairman of the 9/11 Commission. Following the keynote, Mary Fetchet will be honored and recognized as the ASIS NYC Chapter’s Person of the Year for her exceptional contributions to the New York City community and her unwavering support for the victims and families affected by 9/11.
9/11 survivor to speak in St. Marys on Saturday
ST. MARYS - Gordon Huie, a survivor of 9/11, will provide a first-hand account of the attack on New York City during a public speaking engagement taking place Saturday at the St. Mary’s Church Parish Center. More.
Life Lessons Come in 9/11 Remembrance
It may be a couple of weeks of so after the anniversary of the worst terrorist attack in American history, but Pauls Valley firefighters and teachers don’t want to ever forget about the heroism and sacrifice of so many on a day that changed the country forever. More