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Flight crew were forced to reschedule the flight after high school students flouted federal mask rules.
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Flight crew were forced to reschedule the flight after high school students flouted federal mask rules.
An estimated 48 million Americans will travel for the July 4 holiday, but renewed travel has caught airlines off-guard, with staffing shortages and cancellations. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN AM live from Ronald Reagan Airport to discuss.
The country is reopening and Americans are back to traveling for summer vacation, but they are finding bumpy skies as airlines struggle to keep up with high flying demand. American Airlines announced it will be cancelling hundreds of flights due to staffing shortages and maintenance issues through mid-July. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
The country's largest carrier could be forced to cancel 80 flights a day through mid-July.
In another blow for pandemic-weary Americans eager to travel again, American Airlines — the country's largest carrier — canceled hundreds of flights through mid-July due to staff shortages. Mola Lenghi has the details.
"Brace for impact" is something plane passengers never want to hear. But fliers on one American Airlines flight from Phoenix to Dallas heard just that -- and remained calm until they landed safely. Here's what "bracing for impact" looks like.
American Airlines is apologizing to two professional basketball players who were kicked off a flight after being accused of stealing blankets.
As Americans finalize their holiday travel plans, terrorists overseas are busy constructing laptop bombs that can be smuggled onto planes. Debora Patta reports.
More than three weeks before Christmas, American Airlines faces a holiday meltdown. A union blames a computer glitch for giving too many pilots time off. The scheduling mistake could leave 15,000 upcoming flights without a captain, co-pilot or both. Kris Van Cleave reports.
There was a software glitch in the system that handles scheduling for American Airlines' 15,000 pilots. It allowed too many to take vacation time during the very busy Christmas travel season. Kris Van Cleave reports.
The Federal Aviation Administration says it has received about 1,300 reports of unruly passengers since February — a sharp uptick.
A Turkish man was taken into custody on Friday after disrupting a flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu. The suspect was also arrested in the airport before the flight. Carter Evans reports.
Fed downplays Q1 weakness; Japan wants smaller Pacific trade pact; and American Airlines plans to cut legroom. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
More than 3,000 flight attendants and about 200 pilots from American Airlines have filed reports complaining that their new uniforms have caused rashes, hives and breathing problems. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Passengers and an American Airlines flight crew member exchanged words after a woman with was hit with the stroller she was carrying. The woman was struck with the stroller with the crew member ripped it away from her as she was boarding. Witnesses say the stroller also nearly hit the child. American Airlines has suspended the employee after a video of the incident surfaced.
A medical examiner is working to determine how an American Airlines co-pilot died at the controls. The flight from Dallas to Albuquerque had to make an emergency landing Wednesday afternoon. Kris Van Cleave reports.
An American Airlines flight caught fire on a runway at O'Hare International Airport. Former NTSB Chairman Mark Rosenker spoke to CBSN about why the plane may have ignited.
FBI Director James Comey sent a letter to Congress Friday saying that agents on an "unrelated case" had learned of the "existence of emails that appear to be pertinent to the Clinton investigation."; Sam and Mattie have quite a long list of accomplishments. The pair met while competing in the Special Olympics and forged a special bond.
An American Airlines plane bound for Miami never made it off the ground in Chicago. With passengers and crew on board, the plane caught fire on a runway at O'Hare International Airport. Several passengers and one flight attendant suffered injuries. Dean Reynolds reports on what investigators know so far.
Hector Cardenas was a passenger on the American Airlines plane that caught fire on the runway at Chicago O'Hare Airport Friday, and he videotaped the evacuation. Cardenas spoke to CBSN anchor Vladimir Duthiers about what he experienced.
An American Airlines plane erupted into flames on the runway of O'Hare International Airport in Chicago. All 170 people on board escaped. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Housing market grew by 2 percent in February, mainly in the west; American Airlines plans to share their record profits with employees; and you can pre-order the new iPhone today. Those headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch's Jill Wagner at the New York Stock Exchange.
After the terror attacks in Brussels, multiple U.S. airlines are waiving rebooking fees for customers. Those headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch's Hena Daniels at the New York Stock Exchange.
American Airlines is investigating a mid-air mystery after at least six people became ill Wednesday on Flight 109 from London to Los Angeles. Witnesses say the jet turned around after a passenger and flight attendant fainted. Kris Van Cleave reports.
In a first-of-its-kind Zoom call, leaders from more than 100 major U.S. companies across industries brainstormed ways to combat the wave of restrictive voter laws sweeping the country. Groups ranging from American Airlines and United to Walmart and AMC Theatres came together virtually in the hopes of fighting voter suppression, making it clear they do not fear reprisals for stepping into politics. Ed O'Keefe reports.
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
Georgia House leadership say they are holding off on redrawing Georgia's legislative maps during the special legislative session.
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.
"CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil and "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Nischelle Turner will host "The Great American Block Party 250," a primetime special on July 4 celebrating America's 250th birthday from Washington, D.C.
Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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.
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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.
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Rex Heuermann, the man who pleaded guilty in April to the Gilgo Beach murders, is set to be sentenced on Wednesday. Tom Hanson reports on how the case unfolded.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
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.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate on Wednesday in its first meeting with Kevin Warsh as chair. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports from the New York Stock Exchange.
Speaking to reporters in Paris, France, on Wednesday, President Trump criticized the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, saying he would "rather not have" it. Mr. Trump signed the trade deal during his first term.
"CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil and "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Nischelle Turner will host "The Great American Block Party 250," a primetime special on July 4 celebrating America's 250th birthday from Washington, D.C.
President Trump told CBS News' Nancy Cordes that he would bomb "the hell" out of Iran if they don't adhere to the latest agreement, despite the text not including much about developing nuclear weapons.
More details are emerging on the suspects in the alleged plot to attack the UFC event at the White House on Sunday. 19 people were involved in the alleged scheme, the FBI said. CBS News' Sarah Lynch has the latest.