On Sept. 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people were killed as 19 al-Qaida hijackers seized control of four jetliners, sending two of the planes into New York’s World Trade Center, one into the Pentagon and the fourth into a field in western Pennsylvania.
Americans are looking back on the horror and legacy of 9/11, gathering Monday at memorials, firehouses, city halls and elsewhere to observe the 22nd anniversary of the deadliest terror attack on U.S. soil.
Here's a look at some of the local memorials and observances planned across the Chicago area:
Aurora
The Aurora Fire and Police Departments will host the annual Sept. 11 Memorial Ceremony beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Aurora Central Fire Station at 75 N. Broadway Ave.
Chicago
Mayor Brandon Johnson will attend the Chicago Fire Department 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony at Engine 42. The event will begin at 7:35 a.m., just minutes before the first attack took place.
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Elgin
The city of Elgin will host its annual "Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony" at 9 a.m. at the Hemmens Cultural Center, located at 45 Symphony Way.
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Naperville
Naperville's annual Sept. 11 remembrance event begins at 6 p.m. at Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial, located behind the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., along the Riverwalk.
Northfield
A community remembrance ceremony will be held at 8:30 a.m. at the Fire-Rescue Facility located at 1800 Winnetka Road. According to officials, there will be a brief speech following by the tolling of the station bell, "in recognition of the time the South Tower fell in New York.
"The tolling is a sign of honor and respect for the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives to save others," organizer said.
Malcom X College
A remembrance ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m.
Oak Lawn
At 9:11 a.m., a 9/11 memorial event will take place at 9/11 memorial located at Patriot Station.
