5 American Airlines Crew Members Taken To Hospital After Falling Ill On Flight From Philadelphia To Fort Lauderdale
Flight 1897 took off from Philadelphia around 11 a.m.
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Flight 1897 took off from Philadelphia around 11 a.m.
Flight 793 was headed to Charlotte around 1 p.m. when it had to return to the airport shortly after takeoff.
The CDC says the average American has gained about 15 pounds in the past two decades.
Managers can make exceptions in a few cases, such as people flying to a wedding or funeral and those who would be stranded overnight with no hotel room.
A Philly-Birmingham bound plane with American Airlines was forced to land in North Carolina due to a mechanical issue on Friday night.
A Chicago musician traveling with her cello was removed from an American Airlines flight in Miami as she tried to return home.
American Airlines says it will stop using plastic straws and drink stirs and replace them with biodegradable alternatives.
The CEOs of both airlines said that the administration's recent immigration policy of separating migrant families conflicts with their values.
Starting July 1, ferrets, goats and hedgehogs can no longer fly American Airlines, even if they're support animals.
Soon after the doctor left the cockpit to return to Brittany's aid, the 25-year-old's pulse and breathing stopped.
The fallout from American Airline's pilot scheduling glitch could cost the company $10 million.
The news comes after the airliner mistakenly scheduled vacation for 15,000 pilots.
American Airlines said it is working diligently to address the issue and expects to "avoid cancellations this holiday season."
The NAACP is warning African-Americans that if they fly on American Airlines they could be subject to discrimination or even unsafe conditions.
Philadelphia International Airport says that American Airlines Flight 1748 that departed around 3 p.m. for Orlando was forced to turn around and land due to a dashboard alert.
As a precaution, officials say that once the it was discovered that there was a problem with the aircraft the flight returned to Philadelphia International Airport.
City officials, American Airlines and members of the union 32BJ gathered at City Hall to applaud the major advance in getting an agreement for 1,400 workers.
If you assumed the closer you are to the sun, the better your view of Monday's solar eclipse, that's not necessarily the case.
Phoenix authorities issued several warnings about the dangers of the heat.
According to the lawsuit, Farkhan Mahmood Shah, who is of Pakistani descent, claims his co-workers said he was part of the Taliban and Hezbollah and that even one flight attendant allegedly tried to convert him to Christianity.
Chris discussed the results of the first round of the French presidential election, the potential for a government shut down and a viral video of an American Airlines flight attendant fighting with passengers. At 7:00, he spoke with Val DiGiorgio, Chairman of the PA GOP about the importance of Pennsylvania to Donald Trump's election victory.
Another day, another cellphone video of a conflict on an airplane.
American Airlines is dishing out more free perks.
The women say American failed to enforce its policy prohibiting employees from making insults or disparaging comments about co-workers on social media.
The big snow storm is impacting air travel
Have your winter gear ready and try to lay down some salt to help melt any of the slushy snow.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office is moving to dismiss all pending indictments against La'quetta Small.
A police source told CBS News Philadelphia Friday that Jahmez Cartwright, 18, has contacted his family and said he is safe.
Have your winter gear ready and try to lay down some salt to help melt any of the slushy snow.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
Point Breeze residents woke up Friday morning to shattered car windows after a series of overnight break-ins.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office is moving to dismiss all pending indictments against La'quetta Small.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
A police source told CBS News Philadelphia Friday that Jahmez Cartwright, 18, has contacted his family and said he is safe.
Point Breeze residents woke up Friday morning to shattered car windows after a series of overnight break-ins.
Many families in Delaware County are feeling the pressure of rising heating bills as they try to stay warm this winter.
Rendell Hoagland pleaded guilty Friday in the first-degree murder case of his own daughter, 12-year-old Malinda.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office is moving to dismiss all pending indictments against La'quetta Small.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
The Phillies agreed to a three-year contract with J.T. Realmuto after losing out on Bo Bichette, according to a source.
Infielder Bo Bichette and the New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
In a message Thursday, Cheltenham School District Supt. Brian Scriven said about 19 students witnessed the Sept. 3, 2025, assault and made no attempts to stop it.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
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 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Have your winter gear ready and try to lay down some salt to help melt any of the slushy snow. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County. Ross DeMattei reports.
A Philadelphia police source told CBS News Philadelphia on Friday that the teen has contacted his family and said that he is safe.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron. Krystle Rich reports.
Fire crews were called to a burning restaurant in the Feltonville section of North Philadelphia on Friday morning. CBS News Philadelphia's Ray Strickland has the latest.