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Utah woman returns to New York for 25th anniversary of 9/11

Utah woman returns to New York for 25th anniversary of 9/11

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 6:32 p.m.

As the nation prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, a Utah woman is once again making the trip to New York City.
Trump honors 9/11 victims at the Ellipse, pledging to 'never forget'

Trump honors 9/11 victims at the Ellipse, pledging to 'never forget'

Associated Press and   |  Posted Sept. 8 - 3:03 p.m.

President Donald Trump honored the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks by vowing to "never forget," at an event on Tuesday at the Ellipse that opens days of commemorations of the attacks.
25 years later, 9/11 responders are still dying from illnesses tied to the attacks

25 years later, 9/11 responders are still dying from illnesses tied to the attacks

John Domen, WTOP  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 8:28 p.m.

The Sept. 11, 2001, attacks killed thousands of people in a matter of hours. Nearly 25 years later, illnesses tied to response efforts continue claiming lives. More than 400 FBI employees have been diagnosed, and dozens have died.
Arbon Valley filmmaker tells untold story of Ground Zero in 9/11 documentary

Arbon Valley filmmaker tells untold story of Ground Zero in 9/11 documentary

EastIdahoNews and   |  Posted Sept. 1 - 4:06 p.m.

Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, an Arbon Valley filmmaker is telling a story about what happened after the rubble was cleared and New York City faced a difficult question: What should become of Ground Zero?
9/11 steel beam stops at Utah Capitol ahead of 25th anniversary

9/11 steel beam stops at Utah Capitol ahead of 25th anniversary

Madi Vollmer, KSL  |  Posted July 25 - 8:37 a.m.

A steel beam from the World Trade Center is on display at the Utah State Capitol as part of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's Steel Across America Tour, honoring the victims of the Sept. 11 attacks and the first responders who served.
Last piece of steel from the twin towers finds new home in 9/11 monument in Idaho

Last piece of steel from the twin towers finds new home in 9/11 monument in Idaho

Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Sept. 12 - 7:11 p.m.

Over 200 community members gathered at the Bonneville County Fire District to unveil its new 9/11 monument on Thursday, which contains the last piece of steel from the twin towers.
David Childs, architect of One World Trade Center that rose on Twin Towers site after 9/11, dies

David Childs, architect of One World Trade Center that rose on Twin Towers site after 9/11, dies

Dave Collins, Associated Press  |  Posted March 29 - 10:04 a.m.

David Childs, the lead architect of the One World Trade Center skyscraper that rose from the site where the Twin Towers collapsed in New York City during the 9/11 attacks, has died. He was 83.
Utah 9/11 display moves to Cache Valley for 2024

Utah 9/11 display moves to Cache Valley for 2024

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 12 - 12:46 a.m.

North Logan — What is becoming a well-known Utah 9/11 display is set in Cache Valley for 2024. The exhibit takes people
Utahns get an immersive look back at 9/11

Utahns get an immersive look back at 9/11

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 12 - 1:16 a.m.

Weber County, Utah -- The Weber Fairgrounds hosted a special and reflective display of 9/11, taking Utahns back to
Legacy of 9/11: How the Sept. 11 attacks shaped a generation

Legacy of 9/11: How the Sept. 11 attacks shaped a generation

Madison Swenson, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 8 - 5:17 p.m.

Salt Lake City — They were just children and adolescents on that September morning — at school, riding in a car, being
9/11 rolling memorial begins nationwide trip in Utah

9/11 rolling memorial begins nationwide trip in Utah

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 1:29 p.m.

A 9/11 memorial that features a 3D replica model of the World Trade Center complex will begin its nationwide journey in Provo later this month.
Rebuilding work continues, 18 years after 9/11

Rebuilding work continues, 18 years after 9/11

The Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 10 - 11:02 p.m.

Over 18 years, the rubble left by the destruction of the World Trade Center has given way to a gleaming new complex of office towers, a museum, a transit hub and a memorial that draws millions of visitors each year. But though it no longer looks like a construction site, the rebuilding of the World Trade Center is still incomplete. Here's a look at four pieces of the complex that have yet to be finished.
'Never forget' message shared with Utahns at 9/11 traveling memorial

'Never forget' message shared with Utahns at 9/11 traveling memorial

Lauren Bennett, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 9:09 p.m.

A 53-foot semitractor-trailer that transforms into a 1,000-square-foot 9/11 exhibit arrived at Centennial Park in West Valley City Wednesday, just in time for Memorial Day weekend, and will be on display until May 29.
Where Were You On 9/11?

Where Were You On 9/11?

Matthew Jacobson, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 4:11 p.m.

Where were you on 9/11? What were you doing? Who were you with?
Churches that survived 9/11 give in, install metal detectors

Churches that survived 9/11 give in, install metal detectors

Karen Matthews, Associated Press  |  Posted March 25 - 10:34 a.m.

The two stone churches near the foot of Broadway, in the shadow of the World Trade Center, have seen fire and calamity and the sweep of American history, and through it all have kept their doors wide open.
World Trade Center skyscrapers: 3 up, 1 to go

World Trade Center skyscrapers: 3 up, 1 to go

VERENA DOBNIK, Associated Press  |  Posted June 23 - 3:41 p.m.

The World Trade Center's newest, $2.5 billion skyscraper reached its full 80 stories Thursday — one of three high-rises now up at the site, with one more to go.
World Trade Center reopens, 13 years after 9/11

World Trade Center reopens, 13 years after 9/11

Verena Dobnik, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 3 - 7:52 p.m.

The silvery, 1,776-foot skyscraper that rose from the ashes of 9/11 to become a symbol of American resilience opened for business Monday, as 175 employees of the magazine publishing giant Conde Nast settled into their first day of work in their new offices.
Hundreds make World Trade Center tower climb

Hundreds make World Trade Center tower climb

DEEPTI HAJELA, Associated Press  |  Posted April 3 - 7:40 p.m.

Stunning panoramic photo taken atop WTC spire

Stunning panoramic photo taken atop WTC spire

The Associated Press  |  Posted March 6 - 9:30 a.m.

Utah to get concrete section of World Trade Center for 9/11 memorial

Utah to get concrete section of World Trade Center for 9/11 memorial

Benjamin Wood  |  Posted July 20 - 9:55 a.m.

Organizers are working to bring a piece of the World Trade Center foundation to Utah as part of a planned memorial at Fort Douglass.
Utahns killed in 9/11 attacks honored in Kaysville

Utahns killed in 9/11 attacks honored in Kaysville

Shara Park, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 5:52 p.m.

Eleven years after the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, Americans are taking a moment to remember the fallen and to look ahead to the future. Flags are at half-staff and tributes are being held all across the country as we remember the attacks that shook the nation, including Kaysville.
The impact of 9/11 on popular media

The impact of 9/11 on popular media

Joshua Terry, ksl.com Contributor  |  Posted Sept. 12 - 12:30 p.m.

The tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001, will be forever tied to our modern media. In the 10 years since that day, the impact of 9/11 has reverberated through our popular culture in ways both subtle and explicit.
Utahns pause to reflect on 10th anniversary of 9/11 attacks; Observances a mix of solemnity and resolve

Utahns pause to reflect on 10th anniversary of 9/11 attacks; Observances a mix of solemnity and resolve

Marjorie Cortez  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 4:30 p.m.

As police and fire sirens blared for a full minute, Kellie Jettie's memories of 9/11 came rushing back.
In time of shock, Pentagon responded

In time of shock, Pentagon responded

Lori Prichard  |  Posted Sept. 10 - 10:00 p.m.

As the horror of the planes hitting the World Trade Center and the Pentagon unfolded, millions of stunned Americans were thinking, what's next? But one group of military personnel was already planning America's next move.
Pope John Paul II watched as Twin Towers fell: book

Pope John Paul II watched as Twin Towers fell: book

  |  Posted Jan. 22 - 1:40 p.m.