Imperial Valley prepares for 9/11 stair climb tribute
Preparations are under way for the annual stair climb event at the Imperial Valley Fairgrounds in tribute for 9/11.
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Families of 9/11 victims are still looking for answers in court
The US government and its NATO allies invaded Afghanistan almost immediately after the September 11, 2001, terror attacks, seeking accountability from al Qaeda and Osama bin Laden for murdering nearly 3,000 people.
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YFD honoring the hundreds of first responders lost on September 11
As we approach the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, the City of Yuma Fire Department (YFD) is coming together to remember those who lost their lives.
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IVC commemorates the fallen on 9/11
It’s been 20 years since the attack on America and Imperial Valley College (IVC) is commemorating the lives lost.
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Yuma residents recall 9/11 ahead of 20th anniversary
Many locals remember where they were the morning of September 11, 2001. 20 years later, and those memories still haven’t faded.
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Memoirs of those lost in 9/11
After 20 years, memories are flowing about the Sept. 11 terror attacks that took nearly 3,000 lives.
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Sisters in pentagon day care on day of 9/11 attack now serve their country
About 140 infants and toddlers were playing in the Defense Department’s Child Development Center on September 11, 2001, when American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon about 30 yards away.
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A local motorcycle club will pay tribute to the firefighters lost on 9/11
The saying “looks can be deceiving” is perfect for the men and women of the Harley Owners Group of Yuma. Straddled on of iron steeds, roaring down the roadway, you wouldn’t think that these riders were some of the most giving people you’d ever meet.
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9/11 survivors coping with mental health
Doctors report of patients seeking help twenty years after the Sept. 11 terror attacks. Thousands of these patients being first responders, survivors, and family members among those that lived through the event.
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Memorial Activities in the Desert Southwest
Almost 20 years ago, Americans experienced September 11th in a way unlike ever before. And though it happened across the country, people in Yuma and Imperial Counties were undoubtedly affected.
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9/11 rescuers likely to develop lung disease
(KYMA, KECY/CNN) – As the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks approaches, a new study details the health problems first responders are still dealing with. Researchers say the rescue crews among the first to appear on scene are more than 30% more likely than thoswe who appeared later to have medical problems like lung inflammation
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September 11th Series: Miracle Survivors
In one of the most powerful stories of heroism from 9-11, a group of firefighters somehow survived inside the collapsed World Trade Center for 4 hours. Not only that, but they also managed to save a woman’s life.
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Biden orders review and potential release of classified documents related to September 11 attacks
By Donald Judd and Rachel Janfaza, CNN President Joe Biden on Friday signed an executive order directing the Department of Justice and other federal agencies to conduct a declassification review of documents related to the FBI’s investigation of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The review could result in the release of new documents, should
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Imperial Valley to honor lives lost on 9/11
It’s one of the only memorials in California that includes a stair climb to honor the lives lost on 9/11 according to organizers.
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