How airlines manage the holiday travel surge
Airlines expect to fly over 31 million passengers this holiday season. Kris Van Cleave gives a rare look at the coordination it takes to make it happen.
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Winter storm threatens holiday travel
A storm is bringing winter weather conditions to parts of the country, including Salt Lake City and Denver, potentially impacting flights during a busy Thanksgiving travel week. Since Friday, airlines have dealt with winter weather and air traffic control staffing issues that have caused thousands of delays, but few cancellations. The FAA says Tuesday will see the highest number of scheduled flights.
A day in the life of a plane
CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave traveled across the country with Southwest Airlines to show what one day in the life of a plane looks like.
Thanksgiving travel surge expected
This Thanksgiving travel week is expected to set records, from the roads to the rails to the skies. According to AAA, nearly 80 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home between Tuesday and the Monday after the holiday. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more from New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport.
Airline cracking down on early boarders
American Airlines is rolling out a new system designed to prevent people from boarding before their group is called. Kris Van Cleave takes a look at how it works.
Thanksgiving travel ramping up
Some people are already getting a headstart on their Thanksgiving travel this weekend, as airports are expected to be packed as the week progresses. More than 70 million people are also expected to drive to their holiday destinations. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Record-breaking Thanksgiving travel expected
Thanksgiving weekend is expected to break travel records, and some of the airport crowds have already started to form. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has the latest from the airport in Atlanta.
Frontier Airlines is adding 16 new routes. Here's where they are.
Frontier is expanding service across 21 airports in the U.S. and Caribbean. Here are the new routes the carrier will service.
132 hamsters reportedly broke loose on a plane, forcing it out of service
Portugal's TAP airlines reportedly had to take a plane out of service for days to scour the aircraft for hamsters that got out of their cages.
What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for you?
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
Safety concerns after plane struck by bullet in Dallas
Passengers and crew on a Southwest Airlines flight were moments from takeoff when a bullet struck the right side of the jetliner in Dallas, Texas, on Friday night. Jason Allen reports on this and other recent aircraft safety concerns.
What to know about new airline refund rule
With the holidays approaching, travelers now have the right to automatic refunds if flights are canceled or face major delays. New rules also cover flight changes and baggage delays. Kris Van Cleave reports from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.
Travel chaos due to COVID staffing shortages
Holiday travel chaos continued for a sixth straight day as airlines canceled flights mainly because of COVID-related staff shortages. Errol Barnett has the latest.
What a new labor contract could mean for Boeing
About 33,000 striking Boeing workers were voting Wednesday on whether to ratify a new contract with the embattled aircraft manufacturing giant. The four-year deal comes with a 35% pay hike, as well as improved health and retirement benefits, but no pension. The vote was happening on the same day that the company reported a $6.1 billion third-quarter loss. The company also announced earlier this month that it is cutting about 10% of its workforce. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Airline apologizes after sexually explicit movie airs on every screen
The Qantas crew's selection of the racy drama "Daddio" was a surprise to many, and to the airline, which apologized.
Southwest Airlines redesigns plane cabins
Bigger bins and more leg room are just some of the changes Southwest Airlines is betting will be big with customers.
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Alaska Airlines pilot describes moment of door blowout in first interview
A pilot on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 is opening up for the first time about the terrifying moments when a door panel blew out of the Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft in mid-flight in January.
Alaska Airlines pilot speaks out on door blowout
First Officer Emily Wiprud, who was piloting an Alaska Airlines flight in January when a door plug blew out in mid-air just after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, described the ordeal in an exclusive interview with CBS News' Kris Van Cleave this week. "I didn't know that there was a hole in the airplane until we landed," Wiprud said.
Feds investigate frequent flyer programs
The Department of Transportation is investigating frequent flyer and credit card rewards programs at American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. The probe is looking into how consumers could be impacted by extra fees, hidden pricing or earned rewards losing their value.
Labor Day travel rush underway
The Transportation Safety Administration says that more than 17 million people are expected to be screened at the nation's airports between Thursday and Sept. 4. Roxana Saberi has the latest on what travelers can expect.
Qantas accidentally sells first-class tickets for 85% off
Australian airline will rebook customers on the same flights after system glitch, though not in first class.
Passenger opens jet's door and walks on wing after landing
Jetstar Flight JQ507 had arrived at Melbourne Airport and had parked when the man left the plane by the right-side exit, officials said.
Flight crew describes Alaska Airlines door blowout
New documents are providing the first publicly detailed accounts from the flight crew about what happened when a door panel blew off an Alaska Airlines plane mid-flight in January. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Contrails last longer now. Here's why that's bad for the climate.
Modern aircraft create "longer-lived planet-warming contrails" than older planes, a new study found.
Boeing questioned over door panel blowout
Top Boeing officials faced tough questions from the National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday over a mid-air door panel blowout on one of its planes earlier this year. The incident raised new questions about the company's aircraft safety. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
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Trump says Iran agreed to nuclear inspections, but Tehran denies claim
Iran insists there are no plans for inspections of its bombed nuclear sites, but Trump says Tehran "fully and completely" agreed to let inspectors return.
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ODNI under Pulte fires 6 staff, sends 45 back to home agencies
Those who were fired and sent to their home agencies didn't have tasks, or their assigned tasks were outdated, a source said.
House approves major housing affordability bill, sending measure to Trump
The legislation aims to increase housing supply and lower costs. It marks a rare bipartisan legislative accomplishment for lawmakers.
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All 3 Mamdani-backed candidates win New York House primaries
The elections were testing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's influence over city politics against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Gov. Kathy Hochul.
5 major changes Trump is making in D.C. during his second term
President Trump's construction projects include restoring the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, building a 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom and a 250-foot triumphal arch.
Brad Lander defeats Rep. Goldman in NY-10 Democratic primary, CBS News projects
Brad Lander has defeated two-term incumbent Congressman Dan Goldman for the Democratic nomination in New York's 10th Congressional District.
Alan Wilson projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP gubernatorial primary
President Trump had endorsed both candidates in the runoff.
Moderate Democrat projected to win primary in Utah's new left-leaning district
Former Rep. Ben McAdams faced three progressive challengers in the Democratic primary in Utah's 1st Congressional District.
Gen. Chris Donahue set to retire, in latest departure by top military official
Gen. Chris Donahue had clashed with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, multiple sources told CBS News.
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Moderate Democrat projected to win primary in Utah's new left-leaning district
Former Rep. Ben McAdams faced three progressive challengers in the Democratic primary in Utah's 1st Congressional District.
Washington Wizards select AJ Dybantsa No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft
In what is considered one of the most talented classes in recent memory, the Washington Wizards selected BYU small forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick of the NBA Draft.
Judge blocks Trump administration from arresting immigrants at courts
U.S. District Judge P. Casey Pitts in the Northern District of California ruled in a 71-page opinion Tuesday that multiple Trump administration policies were arbitrary and violated the Administrative Procedure Act.
House approves major housing affordability bill, sending measure to Trump
The legislation aims to increase housing supply and lower costs. It marks a rare bipartisan legislative accomplishment for lawmakers.
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ODNI under Pulte fires 6 staff, sends 45 back to home agencies
Those who were fired and sent to their home agencies didn't have tasks, or their assigned tasks were outdated, a source said.
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House approves major housing affordability bill, sending measure to Trump
The legislation aims to increase housing supply and lower costs. It marks a rare bipartisan legislative accomplishment for lawmakers.
5 major changes Trump is making in D.C. during his second term
President Trump's construction projects include restoring the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, building a 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom and a 250-foot triumphal arch.
Judge blocks Trump administration's SNAP limits on sodas, candy
The ruling deals a setback to the "Make America Healthy Again" campaign, which seeks to curb purchases of foods officials say are unhealthy.
Tech stocks tumble for a second day. Here's what's behind the selloff.
Nvidia, Alphabet and other technology stocks fell as Wall Street shifted from rewarding AI spending to demanding evidence that it will produce outsized returns.
AI on pace to bypass cybersecurity systems soon, "Five Eyes" spy partners warn
The most advanced artificial intelligence models are improving quickly enough to outsmart prevailing cybersecurity know-how within months, the Five Eyes spy agency alliance is warning.
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Moderate Democrat projected to win primary in Utah's new left-leaning district
Former Rep. Ben McAdams faced three progressive challengers in the Democratic primary in Utah's 1st Congressional District.
Trump-backed challenger beats establishment GOP candidate in primary to replace Stefanik
Anthony Constantino beat Robert Smullen in New York's 21st Congressional District.
Cait Conley wins NY-17 Democratic primary, CBS News projects
Democrat Cait Conley will challenge Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in the battle for New York's 17th Congressional District, which encompasses many of New York City's northern suburbs.
Assemblyman Micah Lasher wins Democratic House primary in NY-12, CBS News projects
State Assemblyman Micah Lasher won the crowded primary race for New York's 12th Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Brad Lander defeats Rep. Goldman in NY-10 Democratic primary, CBS News projects
Brad Lander has defeated two-term incumbent Congressman Dan Goldman for the Democratic nomination in New York's 10th Congressional District.
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Medicare's AI push snarls patients and doctors in errors and delays
Medicare is testing the use of artificial intelligence to preapprove several healthcare services.
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo top 1,000, deaths surpass 250, officials say
Confirmed Ebola cases in the outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said, and tracing those who've been in contact with patients remains a major challenge.
Affordable healthcare emerges as a voter priority in purple Nevada
The Trump administration's cuts to Medicaid and SNAP may complicate Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo's reelection chances.
6/21: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Birthright citizenship; the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library unveiled; Shooter Jennings releases recordings by his father, Waylon Jennings; comedian John Mulaney; childhood obesity; and the secrets of seahorses and seadragons.
Fighting childhood obesity, for a healthier, longer life
In 1970, about 1 in 20 children were affected by obesity; today, it's 1 in 5. Dr. Jonathan LaPook looks at programs aimed at helping kids (and their families) get healthy the old-fashioned way, by eating right and exercising.
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Senate adopts House-passed Iran resolution in symbolic rebuke of Trump
The Senate approved a House-passed resolution aimed at reining in President Trump on Iran, marking the first time such a measure has made it through both chambers.
Army looking into using 2 U.S. ranges for testing to mimic Ukraine's conditions
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll said Tuesday the Army will look into introducing electronic jamming to ranges so industry and Army soldiers can train in areas that simulate battlefield conditions.
What has Britain's likely next prime minister said about Trump?
Andy Burnham, Britain's likely next leader, hasn't said a lot about President Trump, but his few statements have been critical.
10 years later, a majority of Britons say "Brexit" was a mistake
Most Britons say leaving the European Union was a mistake and they'd favor a new referendum, but politicians have little appetite to reopen the wound.
40 drowning deaths reported in France as Europe swelters in heat wave
Millions in France are enduring extreme heat, with temperatures soaring and 40 drowning deaths reported since June 18.
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From 2011: Hitmaker Clive Davis
Multiple Grammy-winning music executive Clive Davis, who helped launch the careers of such artists as Barry Manilow, Bruce Springsteen, Whitney Houston and Alicia Keys, died on June 22, 2026 at age 94. In this Oct. 23, 2011 "Sunday Morning" profile, Anthony Mason talked with Davis about his "accidental" career in music, and his comeback after losing his job as head of Columbia Records in the early '70s. Mason also attended one of Davis' legendary pre-Grammy parties, where Jennifer Hudson spoke about what she'd learned from her mentor.
Clive Davis biographer remembers music icon
Record label executive and starmaker Clive Davis died at 94 on Monday. His influence spans genres and decades. Music critic and Davis biographer Anthony DeCurtis reflects on the life and legacy of Clive Davis.
Jim Parsons on Broadway musical debut
Jim Parsons speaks about starring in the musical "Titaníque," which is a comedic retelling of the story of the "Titanic," from the perspective and songs of Celine Dion. Parsons talks about why he wanted to portray's Rose's mother, the show's impact on the LGBTQ+ community and the cast.
Clive Davis dies at 94
Clive Davis, known for propelling artists across genres to stardom, died Monday at the age of 94. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King looks back at his legacy in the music industry.
Actor James Handy's alleged killer found mentally incompetent for prosecution
A judge has found that a man charged with murder in the stabbing of actor James Handy isn't mentally competent for criminal court proceedings.
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Here's what's behind the tech stock selloff
Stocks slid around the world on Tuesday as investors pulled back from some of the biggest names in tech amid concerns about ongoing inflation and the possibility of future interest rate hikes. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more.
Ex-CISA director on intel community's AI warning
An international alliance warns that advanced artificial intelligence models are on the brink of being able to overwhelm cybersecurity systems for governments and businesses. Former CISA Director Chris Krebs joins with analysis.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Tech stocks tumble over AI cost concerns
A massive tech stock sell-off dragged down the S&P 500 and Nasdaq on Tuesday. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
Tech stocks tumble for a second day. Here's what's behind the selloff.
Nvidia, Alphabet and other technology stocks fell as Wall Street shifted from rewarding AI spending to demanding evidence that it will produce outsized returns.
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Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
6/21: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Birthright citizenship; the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library unveiled; Shooter Jennings releases recordings by his father, Waylon Jennings; comedian John Mulaney; childhood obesity; and the secrets of seahorses and seadragons.
Seahorses and seadragons, some of Nature's most curious creatures
Seahorses are unique ocean inhabitants with a head like a horse, a pouch like a kangaroo, a tail like a monkey, and the ability to camouflage themselves like a chameleon. They also exhibit an unconventional gender dynamic, in that the males do the work of carrying around fertilized eggs. Correspondent Conor Knighton goes in search of these fascinating fish – and their equally fascinating cousins, seadragons – at the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in California.
Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
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Reflecting on the Etan Patz kidnapping case
The Supreme Court recently decided to reinstate the conviction of the man accused of kidnapping and murdering 6-year-old Etan Patz in 1979, bringing the case back into the public eye. "After Etan" author Lisa Cohen shares her thoughts on how the Etan Patz kidnapping changed how the public viewed missing children's cases.
Latest on Nancy Guthrie Ransom notes
Authorities believe that two ransom notes addressed to Nancy Guthrie's family shortly after her disappearance are linked to the same person or group. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
New details in Nancy Guthrie case
Investigators familiar with the case believe it is likely that two ransom notes sent to Nancy Guthrie's family were written by the person or group that abducted her. While the first note demanded millions in bitcoin, the second claimed that Nancy Guthrie had died, albeit not purposefully, according to sources who reviewed the notes. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn has more details on the case.
Deadly shooting in Montreal
Two people are dead, including a police officer, after a suspect opened fire at police in Montreal. The suspect is also dead. Shanelle Kaul reports on the investigation. Warning, some of the video is graphic.
Actor James Handy's alleged killer found mentally incompetent for prosecution
A judge has found that a man charged with murder in the stabbing of actor James Handy isn't mentally competent for criminal court proceedings.
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Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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5 active wildfires rage in Utah
Five large, active wildfires were threatening homes and forcing evacuations in Utah Tuesday. They range from north of Salt Lake City, to south of Provo. Rob Marciano is tracking them.
Polymarket launches probe after WSJ article
Polymarket tells CBS News it is auditing its promotional content in response to a recent investigation by the Wall Street Journal. The newspaper found that the prediction market paid online content creators to produce videos showing them collectively winning a total of $1.9 million, but the Journal says those bets weren't real. One of the article's authors, Neil Mehta, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
U.S., Iran make contradict each other on talks
Tuesday was another day of conflicting claims from the White House and Iran over what, if any, progress has been made toward permanently ending their conflict. New York Times diplomatic correspondent Edward Wong joins with analysis.
Jalen Brunson's mom on her pregame texts
Sandra Brunson, mother of New York Knicks superstar Jalen Brunson, says she's texted her son words of encouragement before every game since he was in high school. "I still send them, and he looks forward to them," Brunson says. See the full interview with Dr. Jon LaPook, Friday on "CBS Mornings."
Jalen Brunson's mom, Sandra, on leadership
Sandra Brunson, the mother of NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson, says she told her son, "As a leader, he has to understand that everyone has a job to do and every one of his teammates has to feel comfortable in their role and believe in their role." See the full interview with Dr. Jon LaPook, Friday on "CBS Mornings."