Thanksgiving travelers face flight delays, cancellations heading home
The issues were caused by a combination of major winter weather and a software update on Airbus planes. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
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The issues were caused by a combination of major winter weather and a software update on Airbus planes. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
The busy holiday season is here, but so far things seem OK at Newark Airport and on the roads. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner and Christina Fan have team coverage.
Whether you're driving or flying this holiday, CBS News New York's Christina Fan and Elijah Westbrook are breaking down the best and worst times to travel.
It is a busy week for millions of Americans who are traveling for Thanksgiving.
A record number of people are expected to travel this year, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey says it's already feeling the rush. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports from Newark.
The agency's "Golden Age of Travel" campaign aims to restore civility to air travel. Experts say they have doubts.
It's already the single biggest travel holiday of the year, and this will be one of the biggest yet, with nearly 82 million people expected to journey at least 50 miles from home. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
Travel demand is soaring as the holidays near -- even with government shutdown horror stories fresh in passengers' minds.
Roads are likely to be busy this year, with 90% of travelers planning to drive to their Thanksgiving destination, travel group says.
Travelers are facing a nationwide flight slowdown, with fewer planes taking off, causing plenty of uncertainty. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
All three New York City area airports are among those impacted starting Friday morning. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
The FAA is taking the unprecedented action of reducing air traffic beginning Friday, and sources say JFK, LaGuardia and Newark are on the list. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
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.
Members of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) handed out flyers Tuesday morning at airports across the country, including LaGuardia Airport in Queens. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has their concerns.
CBS News' Tom Hanson reports from LaGuardia Airport in New York City, where things are off to an OK start Monday.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will visit Newark Liberty International Airport on Monday to discuss the effects of the federal government shutdown. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
J.D. Power released its annual rankings of the best airports in North America, based on facilities, food and other key metrics.
As President Trump made his way to the U.K. there was some trouble in the sky over Long Island.
Lisbon's Elevador da Gloria funicular streetcar has carried tourists in Portugal's capital for more than a century. The cause of its deadly crash remains unclear.
These getaways appear to be gaining traction around the country, as people turn to religious centers for a moment of reflection.
A new survey predicts Americans will spend $1,552 per person on average, 5% less than they did in 2024.
The FAA briefly issued a ground stop around 2 p.m. Monday that was quickly lifted. Another was issued around 4:30 p.m.
With Labor Day Weekend travel ramping up, concerns continue at Newark Airport after a ground stop led to hours of delays Thursday. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan has the latest.
CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports from inside Newark Liberty International Airport after it faced major delays Thursday.
A 68-year-old father of five was struck by moped driver and killed in Queens on Friday, leaving his family heartbroken right before the holidays.
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
The Colorado Avalanche topped Artemi Panarin and the New York Rangers 3-2 on Saturday.
New York has no plans to change hepatitis B vaccine guidance after a Centers for Disease Control advisory panel voted to stop recommending a first dose for newborns.
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup schedule has been released, including the slate of matches coming to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
A 68-year-old father of five was struck by moped driver and killed in Queens on Friday, leaving his family heartbroken right before the holidays.
New York has no plans to change hepatitis B vaccine guidance after a Centers for Disease Control advisory panel voted to stop recommending a first dose for newborns.
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup schedule has been released, including the slate of matches coming to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
The iconic Wythe Diner was physically moved Saturday from its location in Williamsburg to Steiner Studios in Brooklyn's Navy Yard.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been sentenced to three more months in prison for violating his supervised release terms in a New York gang case.
If you're heading out, brace yourself — it's the coldest day of the season so far.
CBS News New York has learned Jed Parkington, who died by suicide during a standoff with law enforcement on Tuesday, was fascinated with Nazi Germany.
"Driven Into Debt," CBS News New York's latest investigative series, has uncovered a simple truth -- unpaid tolls can quietly spiral into crushing debt.
First Alert Weather Days have been declared in the NYC area as the arctic chill could bring record low temperatures.
A decomposed body and pipe bombs were found inside a Stamford, Connecticut, home after a shootout between the homeowner and police officers Tuesday, officials say.
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup schedule has been released, including the slate of matches coming to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
An apartment building fire in Jersey City, New Jersey, displaced about 30 people Friday, sending them out into frigid temperatures.
A judge ruled Menendez, the former U.S. Senator, is no longer eligible for public employment after a bribery conviction.
If you're heading out, brace yourself — it's the coldest day of the season so far.
"Driven Into Debt," CBS News New York's latest investigative series, has uncovered a simple truth -- unpaid tolls can quietly spiral into crushing debt.
A man is now in custody in Florida in connection to the 1997 murder of Tanya Denise Jackson on Long Island.
Nassau County Police charged Vito D'Ambrosio, of Seaford, with murdering his parents at A&A Italian Deli and Pizza in Bethpage.
If you're heading out, brace yourself — it's the coldest day of the season so far.
"Driven Into Debt," CBS News New York's latest investigative series, has uncovered a simple truth -- unpaid tolls can quietly spiral into crushing debt.
Two people were killed in a stabbing in Bethpage on Long Island, Nassau County police said.
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
A judge ruled Menendez, the former U.S. Senator, is no longer eligible for public employment after a bribery conviction.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition fundraising effort is paying off.
The principal of a Brooklyn middle school created controversy this week by turning down the opportunity to have a Holocaust survivor speak to students.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued executive orders Thursday designed to protect Israel and appeal to the Jewish community.
New York has no plans to change hepatitis B vaccine guidance after a Centers for Disease Control advisory panel voted to stop recommending a first dose for newborns.
In New York alone, there have already been more than 17,000 flu cases and nearly 1,000 hospitalizations, and doctors anticipate it's only going to get worse as more people gather for the holidays.
Colette Smith of the Bronx was diagnosed with lung cancer, despite never smoking. Her survival story is central to her push for early detection.
Some New Yorkers want the mayor-elect to appoint a new "rat czar" when he takes office after an uptick in rat sightings.
Gio's Law would establish a $25 million grant program to equip law enforcement nationwide with EpiPens and train officers how to use them.
The iconic Wythe Diner was physically moved Saturday from its location in Williamsburg to Steiner Studios in Brooklyn's Navy Yard.
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play" and his role in the series "Emily in Paris," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been sentenced to three more months in prison for violating his supervised release terms in a New York gang case.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
The Colorado Avalanche topped Artemi Panarin and the New York Rangers 3-2 on Saturday.
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup schedule has been released, including the slate of matches coming to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points, including a 3-pointer that capped the Knicks' opening 23-point run, and New York beat the Jazz 146-112 on Friday.
Akira Schmid got a shutout against his former team, and the Golden Knights beat the Devils 3-0 on Friday night.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Neighbors in Brooklyn's Victorian Flatbush are expressing frustration after the city designated only part of their area as a historic district.
Brooklyn's Prospect Park is getting financing for a long-term project to battle the impacts of climate change, city leaders say.
The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music plans a 12,000-square-foot campus at One Prospect Park West, aiming to serve thousands more with music therapy and education programs.
Some residents at NYCHA's Eastchester Gardens in the Bronx say they've been shivering on and off all week.
The Brooklyn Nutcracker returns to Downtown Brooklyn with diverse cultural influences, community outreach, and a fresh take on Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for December 6 at 7 p.m.
A family is mourning after their father was killed by a moped driver in Jamaica, Queens, while crossing the street. They say he was out shopping for presents for family members he was set to reunite with next week. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The countdown is on for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup. MetLife Stadium will host eight matches next summer.
Dozens of pediatric patients and their families took part in United Airlines' "Fantasy Flight to the North Pole" at Newark Airport on Saturday.
Saturday was moving day for a diner in Brooklyn as the iconic restaurant was relocated from a corner in Williamsburg to a movie studio about a mile away. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim was there for the big move.
