September 11

9/11 Fund Makes 1st Payments to Sick First Responders

The initial payouts going to a group of 15 first responders with respiratory problems.

Posted Tuesday, January 29, 2013

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JEMS Editor-in-Chief Visits World Trade Center Memorial

He shares his photos in this compelling gallery.

Posted Tuesday, September 11, 2012

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Tough Task for Those Compensating Ill 9/11 Workers

Sheila Birnbaum doesn't quite know how many people will be eligible for compensation.

Posted Friday, September 7, 2012

No Politicians at 9/11 Anniversary

The decision follows a year in which some said political struggles are hindering progress on the 9/11 museum.

Posted Wednesday, July 11, 2012

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Final Steel Beam Lifted at 4 World Trade Center

The tower is scheduled to open next year.

Posted Monday, June 25, 2012

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NIOSH: 50 Types of Cancer Should Be Covered by 9/11 Health Program

People with any of the cancers on the list could qualify for treatments and payments.

Posted Friday, June 8, 2012

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Remains of Some 9/11 Victims Went to Landfill

Remains that couldn't be tested or identified were given to a bio-medical waste disposal contractor.

Posted Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Payouts to 9/11 Providers Slashed

The dollar value of each point awarded workers for the type and severity of their illnesses was recently set at $7.36.

Posted Monday, February 6, 2012

Sen. Questions More Funding for 9/11 Museum

The bill would authorize $200 million over the next 10 years for the museum and memorial.

Posted Friday, February 3, 2012


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