Southwest Airlines ends open seating, introduces red-eye flights
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 Dallas-based airline is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
Southwest Airlines is set to pay a $140 million agreement to settle a federal investigation into a Dec. 2022 travel meltdown, when the airline canceled thousands of flights and stranded more than 2 million travelers. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/southwest-airlines-140-million-settlement-feds-december-2022-debacle/
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.
Mary MacCarthy said she was questioned by police about human trafficking while traveling with her biracial daughter after a Southwest Airlines employee reported them as suspicious.
Hundreds of Southwest Airlines flights were delayed after technical issues that prompted the airline to temporarily halt its operations on Tuesday morning.
The proposed legislation also includes a limit on fees for baggage and seating.
The U.S. Department of Transportation is investigating whether Southwest knowingly overbooked flights leading to the holiday travel debacle.
Thousands of Southwest flights were canceled between December 21 and December 31 last year.
Southwest's initial offer of vouchers for canceled flights violated its contract of carriage, passenger alleges.
The frequent-flier points, worth about $300, will never expire and have no blackout dates, according to airline's CEO.
Carrier said flights are back on track after travel woes, but concedes it is "inundated" with lost luggage.
Across the country, Southwest reported less than 40 cancellations. At Philadelphia International Airport, we counted 2.
Southwest Airlines is still trying to extract itself from sustained scheduling chaos and cancelled another 2,350 flights after a winter storm overwhelmed its operations days ago.
Southwest Airlines' scheduling software caused a "snowball effect" after initial weather-related disruptions, a pilot said.
On Thursday at Philadelphia International Airport, the airline canceled 22 flights.
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As of Tuesday, the airline has canceled 89 flights or about 2% of its schedule.
The lines and frustrations continue at Philadelphia International Airport as Southwest Airlines passengers try to navigate more delays and cancelations.
The cancelations are causing frustration for passengers flying in and out of the Philadelphia area.
Southwest Airlines reported unspecified "technical issues" Tuesday, hours after a technical issue on Monday evening caused the airline to halt traffic.
"It started as a consensual prank between me and the other pilot. I never imagined it would turn into this in a thousand years," Haak said during a remote hearing.
The move comes after the airline announced a $1.2 billion third-quarter loss because of the pandemic.
Law enforcement officials in Bucks County said a video showing ballots being torn up is fake and is being investigated by the FBI.
Meet one of Philadelphia's many hidden gems in the Gayborhood: the William Way Community Center.
The cousins were born just a day apart – just like their mothers.
An apparent murder-attempted suicide at Manatawny Manor Nursing Home in Chester County is under investigation.
Philadelphia City Council has unanimously approved a controversial new bill aimed at keeping cyclists safe and bike lanes clear.
Law enforcement officials in Bucks County said a video showing ballots being torn up is fake and is being investigated by the FBI.
Meet one of Philadelphia's many hidden gems in the Gayborhood: the William Way Community Center.
The cousins were born just a day apart – just like their mothers.
Pennsylvania is one of the most important battleground states in November's presidential election. Here's a five-county look at how your vote is counted.
Councilmember Mark Squilla brought forth 13 bills about the arena and the surrounding area as the Sixers seek a move away from Wells Fargo Center.
Law enforcement officials in Bucks County said a video showing ballots being torn up is fake and is being investigated by the FBI.
The cousins were born just a day apart – just like their mothers.
Philadelphia City Council has unanimously approved a controversial new bill aimed at keeping cyclists safe and bike lanes clear.
Drought continues to worsen across the region and now it'll take nearly a foot of rainfall to pull us out of the drought by next year.
SEPTA CEO Leslie Richards has announced she will step down from that position next month.
Drought continues to worsen across the region and now it'll take nearly a foot of rainfall to pull us out of the drought by next year.
The Friends of OCNJ History and Culture want to save Gillian's Wonderland Pier, and they need the community's help.
New Jersey students and their coaches remembered Monica Mosley as a golf mentoring program began Wednesday night.
The CEOs of both Amtrak and NJ Transit were joined by several New Jersey members of Congress for a private tour of the system's northeast corridor Wednesday.
City officials and the Atlantic City Housing Authority shared an action plan to address the ongoing issues at Stanley Holmes Village.
Drought continues to worsen across the region and now it'll take nearly a foot of rainfall to pull us out of the drought by next year.
A red flag warning has been issued for South Jersey between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Thursday.
Raphael Ezeamaka, who is wanted for shooting at a SEPTA bus in West Philadelphia, was arrested in Middletown, Delaware.
Giving back in the form of teddy bears is the mission of one Delaware grandmother helping her local police department.
Halloween is still a couple weeks away but the gang at Nemours is getting ready early.
The cousins were born just a day apart – just like their mothers.
The EPA has finalized stricter rules meant to limit the exposure of children to lead paint.
McDonald's said it believes onions may be to blame for the deadly E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounder.
An annual report says people are upset about the upcoming election, and it's affecting their health.
There's a potential new treatment for people who develop shingles that spread to the eye.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
Philadelphia City Council has unanimously approved a controversial new bill aimed at keeping cyclists safe and bike lanes clear.
SEPTA CEO Leslie Richards has announced she will step down from that position next month.
New Jersey residents spoke out at a public meeting in Palmyra to discuss safety and reliability issues following the deadly River Line crash.
A fatal three-car collision closed both lanes of the George C. Platt Bridge in southwest Philadelphia early Monday.
A portion of the Old White Horse Pike in Camden County closed Friday until further notice due to infrastructure work.
Two former Penn State football players facing felony rape charges are free on bond while they await their next hearing.
The big passing plays that made Jalen Hurts the MVP runner-up two years ago aren't as frequent, but there are signs of life.
With Zack Baun injured, rookie LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr. is preparing for his first career start for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Councilmember Mark Squilla brought forth 13 bills about the arena and the surrounding area as the Sixers seek a move away from Wells Fargo Center.
Connor McMichael scored twice and the Washington Capitals held on to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 for their fifth consecutive victory.
Debra Austin is back in Philadelphia for a new series, "Dance Legends Masterclass," to give young dancers access to history.
More than 30 bars, restaurants and shops on East Passyunk Avenue and adjacent streets are offering discounts and spooky deals
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Mary J. Blige, Foreigner, the late Jimmy Buffett and A Tribe Called Quest, among others.
After a viral Portal art installation opened in LOVE Park in Center City, Philadelphia now has a window into the world.
The winner of the Best Vegan Cheesesteak in Philly contest will be crowned in an event on Sunday featuring celebrity judges.
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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.
The Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced Thursday he will ask the court for resentencing in the case of Erik and Lyle Menendez, decades after the brothers were sentenced to life without parole for the 1989 killings of their parents in Beverly Hills.
Philadelphia voters are energized ahead of Election Day, and early voting has already started in Pennsylvania. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump continue to focus their attention on Pennsylvania and the other battleground states.
Not Mayor Parker took a few other mayors from around the country on a tour on Thursday. Parker was at the Brith Shalom House in West Philadelphia along with a group from the U.S. Council of Mayors. they discussed a variety of ways to address the housing crisis at the local level. Mayor Parker renewed a promise to create 30,000 housing units in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Zoo has announced a $20 million expansion that you'll "bearly" believe. The zoo plans to break ground on an expanded Bear Country exhibit in 2025. The improvements include an exploration trail for the bears to rotate through all the habitats, new glass viewing areas and water features. The plan is to have things open by 2026.
The Pennsylvania SPCA said it is desperately in need of blankets to help keep animals comfortable in their shelter hospital. They posted on Instagram asking people to bring or send blankets to their Philadelphia headquarters. The PSPCA also has an Amazon wishlist, if you prefer to have blankets sent directly to them.