NEW YORK (1010 WINS/WCBS 880) — New York City and the nation will mark the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on Sunday.
Hundreds of family members are expected to join Vice President Kamala Harris at the 9/11 memorial to read the names of their loved ones and observe six moments of silence.
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12:00 p.m.: First Lady Jill Biden delivers speech at Flight 93 memorial
First Lady Jill Biden attended a memorial service at the Flight 93 memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. She specifically acknowledged the plight and of flight attendants, highlighting her own sister's longtime service to the field.
"To those flight attendants, I want you know that Americans see your dedication and we're grateful for it," Biden said.
10:47 a.m.: President Biden delivers speech honoring 9/11 victims
President Biden delivered remarks at the Pentagon Sunday during a ceremony for the victims of 9/11. The president, joined by Defense Department leaders, honored the "extraordinary Americans” who gave their lives 21 years ago.
It's been just over a year since Biden ended the war in Afghanistan and Biden assured the public in his speech that his administration continues to pursue those responsible for the 9/11 attacks.
“We will never forget, we will never give up,” Biden said. “Our commitment to preventing another attack on the United States is without end.”
10:28 a.m.: Sixth moment of silence held
A final moment of silence honored the time the North Tower collapsed.
10:03 a.m.: Fifth moment of silence held
A moment of silence was observed for the victims of United Airlines Flight 93 which crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
The crash site is now a memorial managed by the National Park Service. A ceremony was held today amid the rain.
9:59 a.m. Fourth moment of silence held
The fourth moment of silence was held in observance of the time the South Tower fell.
9:37 a.m.: Third moment of silence held
The third moment of silence was held in honor of the victims of American Airlines Flight 77 which struck the Pentagon.
President Biden visited the Pentagon to lay a wreath during a somber ceremony.
9:03 a.m.: Second moment of silence held
The second moment of silence for United Airlines Flight 175, which struck the South Tower, takes place.
8:46 a.m.: 9/11 ceremony begins, first moment of silence
The annual 9/11 ceremony begins at the National Sept. 11 Memorial. Loved ones will read the names of the victims and honor six moments of silence. The commemoration is expected to last about four hours.
The first citywide moment of silence recognized the time American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower. Houses of worship throughout the city also tolled their bells.
8:17 a.m.: Mayor Eric Adams announces NYC buildings will be lit blue for 9/11, releases commemorative video
City Hall and the David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building will both be lit blue Sunday night to mark the 21st anniversary of 9/11, Adams announced.
The mayor also ordered all flags on city buildings — as well as stationary flagstaffs throughout the five boroughs — to continue to be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect for the memory of those who died on the tragic day.
“Twenty-one years later, and the deep pain of the September 11th attacks is still present for all of us," Adams said. "On that night, more than two decades ago, I went to Ground Zero, and I saw the ground still smoldering and all the other first responders covered in soot. I looked at a site of total destruction, and it was as though New York had the wind knocked out of it. We will never forget the attacks on September 11th, but the most remarkable moment, for me, was September 12th — when we got up. September 12th was a symbol of the invincibility and the resiliency of New York City and this country. Today, we honor all those who lost their lives and their families, and all those working every day to prevent us from another terror attack.”
7:37 a.m.: Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentlemen Doug Emhoff arrive in New York City
Harris and Emhoff will attend the ceremony at the 9/11 memorial today but, as per tradition, no political leaders will speak as the remembrance centers on victims' relatives and reading aloud their names.
President Joe Biden plans to speak and lay a wreath at the Pentagon and First Lady Jill Biden will speak in Shanksville, Pennsylvania where one of the hijacked planes, headed for Washington, crashed.
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