Air Force fighter pilot says he was prepared to use his plane as a weapon to protect DC on 9/11
The nation is just one day away from marking the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks and stories of bravery from those who responded are still being told.
The nation is just one day away from marking the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks and stories of bravery from those who responded are still being told.
9/11 Ride of Hope brings awareness to mental health of first responders
The 9/11 Ride of Hope will take 20 active, retired and surviving family members of first responders on a bike ride from New York City to Arlington, Va.
The 9/11 Ride of Hope will take 20 active, retired and surviving family members of first responders on a bike ride from New York City to Arlington, Va.
9/11 Victims Compensation Fund: Where does it stand?
As the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attack approaches, thousands of victims have already received compensation but many more could still be eligible -- and keeping the funds active has been an uphill battle.
As the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attack approaches, thousands of victims have already received compensation but many more could still be eligible -- and keeping the funds active has been an uphill battle.
9/11 sites: Original satellite images show aftermath of terrorist attacks
Satellite images taken in the days after the 9/11 attacks reveal the sobering impact on all three sites.
Satellite images taken in the days after the 9/11 attacks reveal the sobering impact on all three sites.
Army officer who lost both legs in Afghanistan reflects on enlisting after Sept. 11th
Dan Berschinski was just 17 on the morning that the World Trade Center was attacked by terrorists. Now at 37, the retired Army infantry officer is reflecting on that tragic day and the role he and other young soldiers played in Afghanistan.
Dan Berschinski was just 17 on the morning that the World Trade Center was attacked by terrorists. Now at 37, the retired Army infantry officer is reflecting on that tragic day and the role he and other young soldiers played in Afghanistan.
20 years later, students in classroom with President Bush describe lives shaped by Sept. 11th
This class of Florida second graders had a front-row seat as the horror of September 11th unfolded. While all have taken different paths, each one was forged by history from the moment they never expected.
This class of Florida second graders had a front-row seat as the horror of September 11th unfolded. While all have taken different paths, each one was forged by history from the moment they never expected.
Andrew Card recalls the moment he broke the news: 'America is under attack'
The chief of staff to President George W. Bush remembers the start of that Tuesday September morning like everyone: Blue skies and the sun shining. But he was not in New York or Washington; he was with the president at a Sarasota elementary school.
The chief of staff to President George W. Bush remembers the start of that Tuesday September morning like everyone: Blue skies and the sun shining. But he was not in New York or Washington; he was with the president at a Sarasota elementary school.
Victims of 9/11-related illnesses honored at new Nassau County memorial
On Thursday, there was a special tribute ahead of the 20th anniversary of 9/11 honoring not only those who died that day, but also the first responders who lost their lives after battling 9/11-related illnesses.
On Thursday, there was a special tribute ahead of the 20th anniversary of 9/11 honoring not only those who died that day, but also the first responders who lost their lives after battling 9/11-related illnesses.
Suffolk County students plant flags for 9/11 anniversary
Students planted nearly 300 American flags in front of Kings Park High School in Suffolk County in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
Students planted nearly 300 American flags in front of Kings Park High School in Suffolk County in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
9/11 responders and other workers pay it forward as volunteers
HEART 9/11 is a nonprofit organization made up of current and former police officers, firefighters, laborers, electricians, ironworkers, and carpenters who volunteer to respond to communities affected by disasters.
HEART 9/11 is a nonprofit organization made up of current and former police officers, firefighters, laborers, electricians, ironworkers, and carpenters who volunteer to respond to communities affected by disasters.
Americans asked to honor 20th anniversary of 9/11 through service
AmeriCorps, which has spent decades uniting Americans through service, is calling for volunteers for 9/11 Day projects — hoping to recapture the unity that swept the nation after the attacks.
AmeriCorps, which has spent decades uniting Americans through service, is calling for volunteers for 9/11 Day projects — hoping to recapture the unity that swept the nation after the attacks.
Ground zero rebuilding still unfinished, 20 years later
Even after two decades, the work to rebuild the World Trade Center complex after its destruction in the Sept. 11 attacks is still incomplete.
Even after two decades, the work to rebuild the World Trade Center complex after its destruction in the Sept. 11 attacks is still incomplete.
NYPD increasing security for 9/11 ceremonies
While officials say there is no specific credible threat to Saturday's ceremonies to mark the 20th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the city is treating the event as an elevated threat environment and increasing security.
While officials say there is no specific credible threat to Saturday's ceremonies to mark the 20th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the city is treating the event as an elevated threat environment and increasing security.
‘I can hear you! The rest of the world hears you’: George W. Bush’s bullhorn speech
Former President George W. Bush lifted a bullhorn to his lips and gave a historic speech from the rubble at Ground Zero after the World Trade Center towers fell on Sept. 11, 2001. This is what he said.
Former President George W. Bush lifted a bullhorn to his lips and gave a historic speech from the rubble at Ground Zero after the World Trade Center towers fell on Sept. 11, 2001. This is what he said.
Tunnel to Towers: Brother of firefighter who died on 9/11 made helping others his mission
Stephen Siller lost his life on 9/11 as he helped people escape the World Trade Center before it collapsed. His brother, Frank, started “Tunnel to Towers,” a foundation aimed at helping other military and first responders’ families.
Stephen Siller lost his life on 9/11 as he helped people escape the World Trade Center before it collapsed. His brother, Frank, started “Tunnel to Towers,” a foundation aimed at helping other military and first responders’ families.
Remembering Ronald Bucca, 'The Flying Fireman' | 9/11: 20 Years Later
To understand just how Fire Marshal Ronald Bucca ended up inside the south tower of the World Trade Center on the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, one must understand what happened to him in the line of duty in 1986.
To understand just how Fire Marshal Ronald Bucca ended up inside the south tower of the World Trade Center on the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, one must understand what happened to him in the line of duty in 1986.
Most Americans over 30 remember where they were on 9/11, survey says
“Nothing can capture the feeling I had walking out of Carlyle on Union Square and seeing the first tower smoking,” Michael Roth told New York University.
“Nothing can capture the feeling I had walking out of Carlyle on Union Square and seeing the first tower smoking,” Michael Roth told New York University.
9/11: Over 20 years, public opinion on wars, terrorism shifted, Pew says
Research compiled by the Pew Research Center shows that in the decades since 9/11, Americans’ outlooks on wars, politics and terrorism have dramatically shifted.
Research compiled by the Pew Research Center shows that in the decades since 9/11, Americans’ outlooks on wars, politics and terrorism have dramatically shifted.
Retired firefighter builds ceremonial truck to honor friend who died of 9/11 illness
A retired FDNY firefighter is planning to mark this year's solemn anniversary with a special gift honoring his best friend, an NYPD officer who died of cancer related to his time at Ground Zero.
A retired FDNY firefighter is planning to mark this year's solemn anniversary with a special gift honoring his best friend, an NYPD officer who died of cancer related to his time at Ground Zero.
2 more 9/11 victims identified this week
New York City's medical examiner's office is continuing the difficult task of identifying remains recovered from the rubble of the World Trade Center.
New York City's medical examiner's office is continuing the difficult task of identifying remains recovered from the rubble of the World Trade Center.