Special Report: Moment of silence marks 24 years since 9/11 terror attack

Key Events & Remembrance - The nation commemorates the 24th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks with events in New York, the Pentagon, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania [1] - Memorial events include moments of silence to honor the nearly 3,000 victims [2] - The first plane hit the North Tower at 8:46 AM [4] - Six moments of silence will mark the key events of that day, including the plane impacts and tower collapses [5] - All 2,977 names of the victims will be read during the ceremonies [6] Impact & Reflection - The events of 9/11 continue to have ramifications that are still felt today [3] - Identification of remains found at ground zero is ongoing [4] - The anniversary serves as a moment of catharsis and a way to educate a generation who did not experience the events [6] Media & Coverage - NBC News provides coverage of the tributes on its streaming channel, NBC News Now, and online at NBCNewscom [7] - Viewers can stay updated on breaking news and top stories through the NBC News app or YouTube channel [7]