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As obesity rates among Americans drop and weight loss drugs lead to a slimmer society, airlines could save on fuel costs, according to a recent analysis.
Detroit Metro passengers who do not meet federal Real ID requirements will face a $45 compliance check fee and possible delays when flying as of Feb. 1.
The U.S. operation in Venezuela has had a ripple effect around the world, including on the travel industry. Flights have been grounded, and it's left a Michigan family unable to get home. CBS News Detroit's Heath Kalb reports.
Detroit Metro Airport faced over 200 flight delays and cancellations as a winter storm moved through Southeast Michigan.
Numerous snow squall warnings were issued in the Metro Detroit area during Monday.
AAA expects that 122.4 million Americans will have traveled at least 50 miles from home for the holidays.
A winter storm on Friday night covered states like New York and New Jersey with several inches of snow. More than 4,000 flights across the U.S. were delayed on Saturday morning amid the winter weather.
Temperatures are supposed to drop on Friday, which means Detroit could see some icy and dangerous conditions on the road just as residents are heading back from holiday festivities.
This year has already seen eight of the busiest air travel days in TSA history. Could a December date join them?
Members of the carrier's AAdvantage loyalty program no longer earn miles or status points when purchasing a basic ticket.
According to AAA, Thanksgiving is the busiest travel period of all American holidays, with Sunday and Monday after the holiday the busiest time to travel back home.
Winter weather is in the forecast for the Great Lakes region as Thanksgiving holiday travel ramps up.
You can bring a frozen turkey with you on a plane. The TSA explains how.
It is a busy week for millions of Americans who are traveling for Thanksgiving.
Two possible winter storms could cause problems for travelers in the U.S. during the week of Thanksgiving. Jenn Sullivan shows what to expect in the sky and on the road.
The agency's "Golden Age of Travel" campaign aims to restore civility to air travel. Experts say they have doubts.
Roads are likely to be busy this year, with 90% of travelers planning to drive to their Thanksgiving destination, travel group says.
Travelers may still have to deal with flight issues for days after the end of the government shutdown, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
U.S. lawmakers worked through the weekend in Washington D.C., though not much progress has been made in ending the government shutdown. Willie James Inman reports from the White House.
As the longest government shutdown in American history continues, frustrations grow at airports around the country. Around 1,000 flights were canceled on Saturday. The travel issues are also impacting people at Detroit Metro Airport. Heath Kalb caught up with a few Detroit Lions fans trying to get to Washington D.C., for the team's game against the Commanders.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the agency may need to close "certain parts" of the nation's airspace if the shutdown drags on.
A prolonged government shutdown, as occurred in 2018, could lead to long lines at TSA checkpoints and economic losses, experts warn.
With the holiday season quickly approaching, CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has tips on when to get the best deals for holiday travel.
It's been a week into the federal government shutdown, and flight delays and cancellations are starting to climb nationwide.
J.D. Power released its annual rankings of the best airports in North America, based on facilities, food and other key metrics.
For people experiencing homelessness, it is never easy. But with the cold coming later this week, which Southeast Michigan hasn't felt in seven years, the need to help people without consistent shelter is greater.
Experts say keeping your vehicle in good shape can make all the difference.
The Detroit Pistons cruised to a 112-104 win over the New Orleans Pelicans for their fourth straight victory.
Police say a man was pronounced dead. Another man was taken to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, and a woman was treated at the scene.
A 47-year-old woman has died following a house fire on early Wednesday morning in St. Clair Township, Michigan, according to the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office.
Dr. Devon Hoover was found dead in the attic of his home in Detroit's Boston-Edison neighborhood in April 2023.
Dangerous cold air is likely to wrap up this week and kick off the weekend in Southeast Michigan.
Experts say keeping your vehicle in good shape can make all the difference.
A nurse who is already under investigation over reported sexual assaults faces multiple charges in five new cases, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy said.
For people experiencing homelessness, it is never easy. But with the cold coming later this week, which Southeast Michigan hasn't felt in seven years, the need to help people without consistent shelter is greater.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who stopped at the Detroit Auto Show, claimed that efforts by the administration to reverse the Biden-era electric vehicle policies will make cars more affordable again, including rolling back fuel efficiency standards.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
The 2026 Detroit Auto Show opened to the public on Saturday. Some people at the show think the Trump administration is doing a good job of making cars more affordable. Others disagree.
The Detroit Auto Show's Charity Preview is Friday night, and CBS News Detroit is taking you there.
The North American International Auto Show in Detroit once dedicated an entire track on its coveted show floor to getting consumers comfortable with electric vehicles and charging.
The James Beard Foundation has announced its 2026 semifinalist list, which includes chefs and venues from Michigan.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Milford Independent Cinema has been a staple in its southeast Michigan community for decades.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The Detroit Pistons cruised to a 112-104 win over the New Orleans Pelicans for their fourth straight victory.
Dylan Larkin scored at 3:07 of overtime as the Detroit Red Wings downed the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 on Wednesday night.
A Texas jury acquitted a former Uvalde school police officer who was on trial for allegedly failing to act during the massacre at Robb Elementary School in 2022 that left 19 students and two teachers dead.
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors last August. Courts have so far allowed her to continue serving in her role while litigation continues.
At certain temperatures and especially with wind chill, health experts said it can take minutes for frostbite or hypothermia to set in.
Officials in Oakland County, Michigan, say they will establish a committee in an effort to strengthen long-term water safety after Legionella bacteria were detected at two different area facilities last month.
While the termination of these substance abuse and mental health service funds is now reversed, the 48-hour rollercoaster is creating uncertainty and distrust from organizations relying on those dollars.
The U.S. House of Representatives approved Thursday a three-year extension of subsidies for the Affordable Care Act.
Michigan health officials say only 23% of Michigan residents have received this year's influenza vaccine.
The Detroit Pistons cruised to a 112-104 win over the New Orleans Pelicans for their fourth straight victory.
Dylan Larkin scored at 3:07 of overtime as the Detroit Red Wings downed the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 on Wednesday night.
Tobias Harris scored 25 points and Jaylen Brown missed a jumper just before the buzzer, allowing the Detroit Pistons to hold on for a 104-103 win over the Boston Celtics in a matchup of teams with the best records in the Eastern Conference.
With Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz's respective schools, Indiana and Miami, playing on Monday for the College Football Playoff title, it is putting that bond to the test.
The Lions are set to hire Arizona Cardinals' offensive coordinator Drew Petzing as Detroit's next OC, a source told CBS Sports.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The focus is on health, as Dusty Mysen, a father of four from Oxford, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer several years ago, who underwent aggressive therapy, is now cancer-free five years later.
The roundtable discusses efforts by political and corporate leaders to raise the bar and improve K-12 education with a focus on raising reading scores.
With one in eight adults at risk for kidney disease, Dr. Silas Norman, a University of Michigan doctor specializing in kidney health, and Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of Detroit Regional Chamber, appear on Michigan Matters.
For people experiencing homelessness, it is never easy. But with the cold coming later this week, which Southeast Michigan hasn't felt in seven years, the need to help people without consistent shelter is greater.
A man charged in the April 2023 murder of prominent Detroit neurosurgeon Dr. Devon Hoover pleaded guilty Wednesday to second-degree murder.
Bitter cold air arrives starting Thursday as temperatures plummet by Friday.
A jury in Texas reached a verdict in the trial of former Uvalde school police officer Adrian Gonzales accused of failing to act during the 2022 shooting at Robb Elementary School.
The bitter cold in Southeast Michigan can not only be brutal on the roads but for cars. Here's what you should know before getting behind the wheel.