This morning, the United States pauses to remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001, now 24 years ago. Nearly 3,000 lives were lost in the coordinated terrorist attacks that struck New York City, Washington D.C., and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
On that day, 246 passengers boarded morning flights, 2,606 people went to work at the World Trade Center, 343 firefighters, 60 police officers, and 8 paramedics began their shifts—none of them knowing they would never see past 10:00 a.m.
The world watched in horror as two planes struck the Twin Towers, another hit the Pentagon, and a fourth crashed into a Pennsylvania field after passengers fought back against the hijackers.
Today, ceremonies across the nation honor the victims and the heroes who gave their lives. From Ground Zero in New York to the Pentagon Memorial in Washington, Americans stand united in remembrance.
Officials remind us that September 11 is not just about tragedy—it is also about resilience, unity, and never forgetting those who didn’t come home.
Stay with us as we bring you live coverage from memorial sites across the country.
