Southwest Airlines to reduce workforce at Baltimore, California airports
Southwest Airlines said Wednesday that it will be reducing its workforce at BWI Airport in Maryland and three other airports in California starting in June.
Watch CBS News
Southwest Airlines said Wednesday that it will be reducing its workforce at BWI Airport in Maryland and three other airports in California starting in June.
The Dallas-based airline is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
The discount carrier, which has long withheld its fares from travel sites, said it wants to extend the reach of Southwest.com.
WJZ spoke with the passenger who posted about what he witnessed when a woman had a medical emergency mid-flight and the Ravens star stepped up to help.
The $140 million agreement includes a $35 million fine, stemming from the nightmare last holiday season when Southwest canceled thousands of flights and stranded more than 2 million travelers.
The proposed legislation also includes a limit on fees for baggage and seating.
Carrier said flights are back on track after travel woes, but concedes it is "inundated" with lost luggage.
Carrier expects to resume normal operations Friday after canceling more than 13,000 trips following the huge winter storm.
Embattled carrier on Thursday cancels more than 2,000 additional flights, as airline executives offer profuse apologies.
Carrier cancelled more than 60% of its flights Tuesday after giant winter storm, with federal airline regulators pledging to investigate.
Mass flight delays and cancellations continued nationwide on Monday during what's widely known as the busiest time of year for air travel.
Southwest Airlines issued an apology Thursday for the thousands of flights it has canceled since last Friday, disrupting travel plans across the country.
The sales director for a consulting company said he flies Southwest dozens of times a year but had "never been in a situation like that."
The frustrations continued Monday for Southwest Airlines travelers stranded by cancellations at BWI and airports across the country.
Here at BWI, the flight schedule posted online does not show any departure cancellations from today and at last check, all future southwest flights appear to be on time.
A sweeping internet disruption on Thursday briefly took out a wide range of major corporate websites — from FedEx and Southwest Airlines to HSBC and McDonald's.
Some passengers flying with Southwest have experienced a number of problems after the airline had to delay or cancel a number of flights over recent weeks.
Southwest Airlines said it is beginning to resume flight operations after the airline's third-party weather data provider experienced intermittent performance issues Monday evening, grounding planes and delaying travel across the US.
A former Southwest Airlines pilot pleaded guilty Friday to a federal charge of committing a lewd, indecent, or obscene act during a flight last year.
A Baltimore County man said he was kicked off a Southwest Airlines flight for not wearing a mask while eating Twizzlers and wants to share his story in the hopes things will change.
Southwest Airlines is adding a new destination to its service. Starting in May, you'll be able to fly from Baltimore to Destin-Fort Walton Beach!
Officials at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport are turning to social media to help return a lost stuffed animal to its owner.
The chief operating officer of Southwest Airlines said the latest COVID-19 relief package's passage will prevent the company from moving toward furloughs next year.
A new daily roundtrip flight will be added to Southwest Airlines' roster at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport starting in June.
Southwest Airlines is warning thousands of its employees could face furloughs for the first time in its history, including some at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Kelly Madigan, who has served as the county's top watchdog for five years, was notified by a letter that she would not be automatically reappointed.
Residents living on Bentalou Street returned to their homes Wednesday after fire officials removed them from their homes out of precaution.
According to experts, we are approaching the peak of tick season, and doctors are already seeing more pets and people who have been bitten.
After taking part in what's been described as the Fyre Festival for books, Maryland book vendors are putting together one of their own.
Patient health data may be compromised after a cyber incident impacting Anne Arundel County.
The review found that about three dozen cases involving in-custody police deaths should have been ruled as homicides.
The Baltimore City Fire Union said in a statement on behalf of Dranbauer's family that his injuries are "too catastrophic to sustain life."
Rounds of storms are possible Friday.
Two women who were living in Maryland being detained by ICE will remain in the United States following a judge's ruling in federal court to suspend their deportation.
Kelly Madigan, who has served as the county's top watchdog for five years, was notified by a letter that she would not be automatically reappointed.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Marty Bass visits the Liberty Ship John W. Brown to talk with the Baltimore Shipwatchers group.
In today’s Furever Home, Deborah Stone takes us to a recent TRU Rescue adoption event where she met some unbelievably cuddly puppies and one very snuggly adult dog named Tobi Bear.
CLEAR’s Executive Vice President of Aviation, Kyle McLaughlin talks about the innovative biometric technology that is now able to verify members in just seconds.
Birds, Bourbon, and Bacon brings together whiskey enthusiasts, brunch-goers, and nature lovers. Ashley Bush and Luke Farley join us to share more about the event.
Alexus is live in Mt. Vernon at the museum checking out the Latin American Art / Arte Latinoamericano exhibit and learning about the different cultures that are on display.
Minnesota rallied from a three-run deficit in the opener and a two-run deficit in game two, sweeping its twin bill against the Orioles on Wednesday.
The Baltimore Ravens will have at least four primetime games during the 2025 season, starting with the season opener in Buffalo.
Derrick Henry will remain in Baltimore through at least the 2027 season.
This will be the final horse race at the track ahead of demolition and a major reconstruction project, which will impact Pimlico and the surrounding Park Heights neighborhood.
Baltimore Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington reportedly tore his Achilles during conditioning and will miss the 2025 season.
A coalition of 20 state Democratic attorneys general filed two federal lawsuits on Tuesday, claiming that the Trump administration is threatening to withhold billions of dollars in transportation and disaster-relief funds.
U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis ordered in April that the government must facilitate his release, a ruling that has been upheld by the Supreme Court.
Carla Hayden has been the Librarian of Congress since 2016. She was the first woman and African American to hold the position.
U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis has ordered the Trump administration to turn over certain information to Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawyers.
Over a dozen states filed a lawsuit alleging RFK Jr. and the Trump administration are trying to "dismantle" the Department of Health and Human Services through sweeping cuts.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Alert Day Friday for possible severe storms in Maryland
A gloomy sky and patchy drizzle are in the forecast through early Thursday afternoon across greater Baltimore. A few rain showers are also possible through the lunch hour. The odds of seeing sunshine increase heading into the afternoon. Southern Maryland and neighborhoods closer to Washington, D.C. will see bigger breaks in the cloudy conditions.
Thursday starts off with a chance for morning showers under overcast conditions. By afternoon, we'll see a few breaks in the clouds and the possibility of a stray shower or storm. Most areas should stay dry, with highs reaching near 80 degrees. Thursday starts off with a chance for morning showers under foggy conditions. By afternoon, we'll see a few breaks in the clouds and the possibility of a stray shower or storm. Most areas should stay dry, with highs reaching near 80 degrees.
Multiple rounds of strong, to severe, storms are possible Friday into early Saturday.
More storm chances across Maryland to end the week
Vendors to start own festival after Baltimore book festival failure
Maryland, McDonald's announce partnership for 4,000 new jobs
The Baltimore Banner on forensic failures found in audit
Maryland veterinarian explain trouble with ticks
Baltimore residents describe being relocated due to warehouse fire