A quarter-century after the devastating 9/11 attacks, communities gathered in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania to honor victims and first responders during solemn commemorations. The tragedy, which claimed nearly 3,000 lives, reshaped national security and public memory in ways still felt today. As families and survivors reflected on the day’s enduring impact, ceremonies underscored both the loss and the resilience that followed. The events served as a reminder of the attacks’ lasting influence on the country’s history and policies.
Families, survivors, first responders and dignitaries marked the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with somber and poignant ceremonies. That included major gatherings in New York, at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The attacks killed 2,977 people and set the country on a course that would define the next quarter-century. Geoff Bennett reports.
