Two 9/11 victims identified nearly 20 years later
Overall, 2,753 people died in New York City that day. Just over 40% of those who died have not been officially identified.
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Overall, 2,753 people died in New York City that day. Just over 40% of those who died have not been officially identified.
For veteran photojournalist Richard Drew, getting an important photograph is about recording history. One of the Pulitzer Prize-winner's most famous images is of a figure falling from the World Trade Center's Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. He tells correspondent John Dickerson that viewers identify with it because they think, "That could be me."
One of the Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist's most famous images is of a figure falling from the World Trade Center's Twin Towers during the September 11, 2001 terror attacks. He says that viewers identify with it because they think, "That could be me."
President Biden signed an executive order to mandate a declassification review of some documents related to the 9/11 attacks. He has been under pressure from families of victims seeking to know if Saudi Arabia helped the hijackers. Catherine Herridge has more.
Thousands of people in New York City were exposed to toxic substances when the Twin Towers collapsed during the 9/11 attacks, and many have gone on to develop illnesses. The 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund aims to help people receive the aid they need, but the deadline to register for the program is quickly approaching. Phil Alvarez, whose brother, first responder Luis Alvarez, died from complications of cancer linked to his work at ground zero, is the 9/11 outreach and education director for the law firm Hansen & Rosasco, and he joins CBSN AM to discuss the compensation fund and who qualifies.
Controversy erupted after a teacher at Newburyport High School in Massachusetts asked freshman math students to figure out the exact amount of time Flight 175 was in the air on September 11th before it crashed into the World Trade Center. Chantee Lans of CBS Boston station WBZ reports.
While attending a 9/11 memorial service at New York's ground zero, Hillary Clinton left early, feeling "overheated"; in an iconic photo, three firefighters raised an American flag in the rubble of the World Trade Center after the 9/11 attacks
Former NTSB chairman Mark Rosenker traveled with George W. Bush on 9/11. The CBS News transportation safety analyst joins CBSN to discuss the tragic day 15 years ago.
In an iconic photo, three firefighters raised an American flag in the rubble of the World Trade Center after the 9/11 attacks. The flag later disappeared, but it's recently been returned to ground zero. Tony Dokoupil has more.
It's estimated that 3,000 children lost a parent in the 9/11 attacks. For many, the trauma has followed them into adulthood. Brook Silva-Braga caught up with one of those children and has more.
In a special sit-down interview with Paula Reid, U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch talked about 9/11 and the new terror threats the United States must deal with.
On the 15th anniversary of 9/11, ceremonies across the country remembered the day and the victims lost in the attacks. Jamie Yuccas has more on the memorials.
A Florida Walmart store's tribute to 9/11 sparked a backlash on social media. The store created a Coke display shaped like the World Trade Center. CBSN's Errol Barnett has more on the controversy.
A new exhibit at the National 9/11 Museum features the work of artists who witnessed the attack. CBS News' Kenneth Craig has the story.
Previously classified material from the investigation into 9/11, which became known as the "28 pages," was released Friday. The documents looked at possible connections to Saudi officials. Pam Coulter from CBS Radio News joins CBSN with more.
Pressure is growing to release the classified "28 papers," part of a 9/11 report that has been locked in a vault since the publishing of the 9/11 commission. CBS News congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest details for CBSN.
the CDC now believes the mosquito that carries the Zika virus is found in thirty states, not twelve as previously estimated; at the Caromont goat cheese farm in southern Virginia, this is the time of year when baby goats run wild
Pressure is building on the Obama administration to release information about the 9/11 attacks that has been kept from the public for well over a decade. Steve Kroft broke the story on Sunday's "60 Minutes," and the response has been swift. Nancy Cordes reports.
Belgian authorities say Mohamed Abrini, who was detained Friday in a raid, has confessed to being the third attacker in the Brussels Airport bombing; in a science experiment gone wrong, a beloved stuffed animal is out of reach in outer space.
In an interview that will air Sunday on "60 Minutes," former Florida Gov. and U.S. Sen. Bob Graham tells Steve Kroft that 28 classified pages of a congressional report on the 9/11 attacks could reveal who helped the hijackers.
Lighting designer David Rockwell, who has worked for Broadway and the Oscars, has a new holiday extravaganza - bringing magic lights to New York City, across the street from where the Twin Towers once stood. Martha Teichner reports.
Donald Trump defends his proposal to ban Muslims from entering the U.S., Republicans and Democrats condemn Trump's anti-Muslim policy, and more of the stories you're clicking on.
Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump stood firm Tuesday on his proposal to block Muslims from entering the U.S.; at a concert that was postponed after the Paris attacks last month, U2 had a special guest and a special message for the terrorists responsible for the shootings
Fans of the "Daily Show" saw a familiar face Monday night: former host Jon Stewart. He wasn't there just to tell jokes -- he was also advocating for a bill that will provide healthcare for 9/11 first responders. Scott Pelley has more.
A woman went into labor early Tuesday morning at the World Trade Center train station in New York. Police helped deliver the baby on the concourse platform.
Reporters from CBS News carefully arranged a risky trip into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what they saw.
Iran says in light of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, "passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open."
The Trump administration is considering a renewed diplomatic push that could send officials back to Pakistan within days, sources said.
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
More than 51 million are under the threat of severe weather Friday evening from Texas to Wisconsin, as some are still cleaning up from tornadoes earlier in the week.
Cameron Hamilton was acting leader of FEMA last year and was ousted after telling Congress that the agency should not be eliminated.
The House and Senate have now passed a 10-day extension for the controversial warrantless surveillance law.
The incident occurred around 12:10 a.m. local time on Tuesday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
The Trump administration is considering a renewed diplomatic push that could send officials back to Pakistan within days, sources said.
The House and Senate have now passed a 10-day extension for the controversial warrantless surveillance law.
Households are starting to make room in their budgets for spending on generative AI subscriptions, new data shows.
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
The incident occurred around 12:10 a.m. local time on Tuesday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Households are starting to make room in their budgets for spending on generative AI subscriptions, new data shows.
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
Air New Zealand will soon offer four-hour stints in triple-decker bunk beds for long-haul flights. The carrier says they'll be the first lie-flat beds for budget air travelers.
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
Hint: It involves AI, and a LinkedIn economist says employers are clamoring for people to fill these roles.
The Trump administration is considering a renewed diplomatic push that could send officials back to Pakistan within days, sources said.
The House and Senate have now passed a 10-day extension for the controversial warrantless surveillance law.
Cameron Hamilton was acting leader of FEMA last year and was ousted after telling Congress that the agency should not be eliminated.
The House OK'd a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, after Republicans revolted and refused President Trump's push for a longer extension.
GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told CBS News that Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego was the previously unnamed senator whom she accused of "very disturbing" conduct. Gallego has denied all wrongdoing.
President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
Ibogaine is used in Mexico and the Caribbean to treat depression, anxiety, addiction and brain trauma.
According to new CDC data, there were 3.6 million U.S. births in 2025, a 1% decline from 2024 and down 23% since 2007. The Trump administration has said it wants to reverse this trend.
Reporters from CBS News carefully arranged a risky trip into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what they saw.
An environmentalist who survived an assassination attempt spoke during the presentation of a report that documented the killing of 10 activists in Mexico in 2025.
A prehistoric hidden cave and hippo bones found beneath Pembroke Castle could transform understanding of ancient life in Britain, researchers said
President Trump has welcomed Iran's announcement that, at least while the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire holds, the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open" to all ships.
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
(Warning: Spoilers ahead!) "CBS Mornings" reveals a surprising twist in Wednesday's "Survivor 50" episode that led to a historic trial council ceremony.
A jury ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly. Variety's Jem Aswad joins CBS News with more.
Simon Helberg, known for his role as Howard in "The Big Bang Theory," talks about the new show "The Audacity." Helberg plays a developer who is creating an AI companion. He explains what drew him to the role and discusses the show's messages about humanity and technology.
Controversial influencer Clavicular said he is home from the hospital after his livestream abruptly ended on Tuesday night. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports and The Free Press' River Page has more.
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
More concerns are emerging about Anthropic's new Mythos AI model. Matt Shumer, a former AI company founder and CEO, joins CBS News with more details.
U.S. officials are warning of Iranian cyberattacks on businesses and consumers. It comes as a new FBI report shows losses from cybercrime reached nearly $21 billion last year. Ash-har Quraishi shows how hackers are using artificial intelligence, and how you can protect yourself.
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
Acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons is planning to leave his post soon, U.S. officials familiar with his plan told CBS News. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Gregory Morgan Jr. of Temple Hills, Maryland, is facing assault charges for allegedly pointing a gun at two people in Minnesota. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan reports.
An environmentalist who survived an assassination attempt spoke during the presentation of a report that documented the killing of 10 activists in Mexico in 2025.
Arizona Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego is denying allegations of misconduct after his friend, California Rep. Eric Swalwell, resigned from his post over sexual misconduct accusations. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna joined CBS News on Thursday with allegations of misconduct linked to Arizona Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego. Politico's Nicholas Wu joins CBS News with more as Gallego denies the accusations.
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons is planning to leave his post soon, U.S. officials familiar with his plan told CBS News. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Iran and President Trump announced that the Strait of Hormuz will now be open, but questions remain about the flow of traffic in the key water passage. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
President Trump posted on social media claims that the Strait of Hormuz will be "completely open." CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Ukrainians jumped in to help after a massive Russian attack left massive damage in Kyiv. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.
Americans are grappling with rising prices that are already being driven by inflation. This comes as the war in Iran continues to affect oil and gas costs. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.