AMPLIFIED: FOX5’s Dave Hall reflects on reporting in Las Vegas during 9/11 attacks
From grounded flights and fortified casinos to the tragic loss of a local teacher, the valley experienced profound shifts in the wake of 9/11.
Published: Sep. 9, 2026 at 11:31 PM PDT
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — In a special Amplified segment reflecting on 25 years since the September 11 attacks, FOX5’s Dave Hall shares his memories of navigating the newsroom as a newly hired employee on that chaotic day.
Hall discusses how Southern Nevada reacted to the tragedy—from the immediate shutdown of the airport and heightened security on the Strip, to the devastating loss of Palo Verde High School teacher Barbara Edwards, and the powerful sense of unity that brought the community together.
To watch more local reflections and full episodes, watch Amplified and more videos on FOX5Vegas+.
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