Airline Regulators To Order Inspections On Engine Blades After Fatal Failure Aboard Southwest Flight
The announcement came after initial findings from investigators showed that Tuesday's emergency was caused by a fan blade that snapped off.
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The announcement came after initial findings from investigators showed that Tuesday's emergency was caused by a fan blade that snapped off.
The Boeing 737 was bound from New York's LaGuardia Airport to Dallas with 149 people on board when an engine blew at 32,000 feet.
After Hurricane Maria devastated the island of Puerto Rico, 62 dogs and cats who were abandoned are now getting a fresh start after being relocated.
Southwest Airlines is apologizing after video showed a woman being forcibly dragged off a flight after she claimed to have a deadly allergy.
A random act of kindness took an extraordinary turn when a Southwest Airlines employee not only tracked down lost airline luggage for a woman battling cancer but also left an inspiring note inside.
A Southwest Airlines aircraft was being towed around 10:00 p.m. Saturday when it struck the right side of a parked American Eagle plane operated by Republic Airlines near LaGuardia's gate C4.
As the baby's parents were starting to panic on the crowded plane, a flight attendant came over, saw the situation, picked up Aiden and was immediately able to calm him down.
The man who allegedly choked the passenger was taken off the plane by FBI agents, but as of now he's not facing charges.
Southwest Airlines says it's fixed the technology problems that delayed hundreds of flights Sunday and that it expects a normal day of operations.
Southwest Airlines is asking travelers to arrive at least 2 before their scheduled flights as technical issues are forcing manual check-ins.
American Airlines has lost its bid to restore flights between Long Island MacArthur Airport and Washington, D.C.
Southwest Airlines flight 449, a Boeing 737 with 143 passengers and five crew on board, sustained damage to the left winglet when it clipped American Airlines flight 1104, the Port Authority said.
A Southwest Airlines flight form LaGuardia Airport to Chicago made an emergency landing Tuesday after an engine warning light came on in the cockpit, an airline spokeswoman said.
Bob Diener, co-founder of Hotels.com and president and co-founder of Getaroom.com, shares 10 tips on how to save money on airfare.
Plan your next flight with this year's Air Quality Ratings to find the United States' best airlines.
Wanna get away? You would if you had this flight attendant on your plane.
A flight from Chicago struck a bird Thursday evening shortly before it arrived at Newark Liberty International Airport.
The high in New York City Tuesday is expected to be 10 degrees, but wind chills will make it feel more like minus 10.
The airline stopped operations entirely on Monday at Newark, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports and at Boston's Logan International Airport at 5 p.m.
The following are five tips for traveling during Thanksgiving weekend that will make your life easier.
Sixteen people were injured on July 22 when the jetliner touched down on the runway, nose first, before its gear collapsed. The Boeing 737, which had come in from Nashville, Tenn., ended up in a grassy area next to the runway where passengers used chutes to escape.
The pilot of a Southwest Airlines plane that made a hard landing at LaGuardia Airport took control from the first officers just 400 feet from the ground, according to a report Tuesday.
Federal investigators said last month that the plane touched down on its front nose wheel before the sturdier main landing gear in the back touched down.
The National Transportation Safety Board released new information Thursday about the plane accident at LaGuardia Airport on Monday.
The agency said on its Twitter feed the plane skidded 2,175 feet before stopping at the edge of the runway.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
The moment the Empire State Building climbers were taken into custody Wednesday afternoon was captured on NYPD bodycam video.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
The two people taken into custody for climbing New York City's Empire State Building where they apparently got engaged have been identified as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angelina Nikolau, 33, law enforcement sources told CBS News.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The moment the Empire State Building climbers were taken into custody Wednesday afternoon was captured on NYPD bodycam video.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
The two people taken into custody for climbing New York City's Empire State Building where they apparently got engaged have been identified as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angelina Nikolau, 33, law enforcement sources told CBS News.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
A coach bus slammed into a car, flipped over and hit two other cars on Monday night near the Greenpoint Avenue exit on the Long Island Expressway.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
After lengthy and hard-fought negotiations, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and members of the City Council reached a budget deal Tuesday just hours before the deadline.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis was laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Nolan McLean and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens both hit solo home runs and the Mets beat the Blue Jays 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
George Springer capitalized on two miscues to circle the bases, Trey Yesavage pitched into the seventh inning and the Blue Jays beat the bumbling Mets 2-1 on Monday night.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu has more on the findings in a study out of Finland.
CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis spoke with the victim’s family after the hearing at Queens Criminal Court.
The wedding will follow on Friday at the world's most famous arena. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo has the latest details.
CBS News New York's Doug Williams has more on how people are working to stay cool as the mercury rises.
As CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports, the plans are so intense, police officers will work 12-hour tours and will not be able to leave their posts unless relieved by another officer in person.
