FAA reopens airspace over El Paso
The Federal Aviation Administration ended its temporary airspace closure over El Paso, Texas, on Wednesday. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
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Airlines adjust as Trump's policies dry up Cuba's jet fuel supplies
A Canadian airline suspends flights to Cuba as U.S sanctions and Trump's tariff threats force Havana to warn carriers there's no way to refuel on the island.
Thousands of flights canceled after storms
Thousands of flights have been canceled after a massive winter storm swept across the U.S. over the weekend. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
Americans brace for snow, ice, frigid weather
Massive winter storms are set to hit a large swatch of the U.S. over the weekend, causing major disruptions across the country.
Dangerous weather across the U.S.
Dangerous weather conditions slammed parts of the U.S. and caused travel disruptions for some Americans. CBS News' Rob Marciano and Shanelle Kaul report.
Another massive storm snarling travel
A new storm system is threatening to complicate post-holiday travel across the country. This weekend, messy weather delayed or cancelled thousands of flights, many of them in the Northeast. Shanelle Kaul reports from New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport and CBS News meteorologist Andrew Kozak has a look at the forecast.
Major snow storms threaten holiday travel
The Northeast saw heavy snow on Friday, impacting holiday plans and causing flight delays and cancellations.
West Coast storm disrupting holiday travel
There have been more than 1,700 flight delays in the U.S. so far Wednesday, according to FlightAware. That's due in part to a major storm hitting the West Coast. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
Airports brace for record number of travelers
Airports across the U.S. are preparing for a record number of travelers this year as severe weather threatens holiday travel. Kris Van Cleave has more on how airports are keeping people entertained through delays.
Bad weather in California amid holiday travel
AAA expects the number of winter holiday travelers to break records this year, but folks in California will have to brave heavy rain, snow and strong winds to get where they're going. CBS News coordinating producer Elizabeth Campbell reports from LAX.
What to know as holiday travel hits high gear
Holiday travel is ramping up ahead of Christmas, with more than 122 million Americans expected to travel this week, according to TSA. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Chris Van Cleave has the latest.
U.S. airports and roads brace for travelers
American airports and roads are expecting an immense number of travelers for the 2025 holiday season. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports.
Airports brace for year's final travel rush
More than 122 million people are expected to travel over the holiday period, AAA estimates. But there have already been some major delays and cancellations. Kris Van Cleave is tracking the latest travel trends.
Severe weather threatens busy holiday travel
Nearly 123 million Americans are set to travel 50 miles or more over the next two weeks, AAA predicts, with more than eight million people expected to fly. "CBS Saturday Morning" reports on the severe weather threatening holiday travel plans.
Thousands of U.S. flight delays, hundreds of cancellations, after Thanksgiving
A major winter storm disrupted air travel in several big cities in the days after Thanksgiving, including Chicago, Boston, Detroit, Minneapolis and New York City.
Major winter storm could impact travel
The Midwest and Northern Plains are under a winter storm alert that is expected to bring wind gusts of up to 40 miles per hour. Meanwhile, the TSA predicts it will screen three million passengers on Sunday.
Travelers face holdups as storms slam U.S.
Millions of Americans are set to travel on Wednesday ahead of Thanksgiving, but severe storms slamming the Midwest and Northeast have delayed some flights. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest, while CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast. Also, CBS News Minnesota's Jonah Kaplan has more from Minneapolis.
TSA: Record-levels of travel expected
Nearly 18 million people are projected to fly between Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 for Thanksgiving travel, according to the TSA. Meanwhile, the FAA predicts it will be the busiest Thanksgiving in terms of scheduled flights in the last 15 years. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Record travel expected for Thanksgiving
The Federal Aviation Administration is allowing airlines to resume their normal schedules at the country's busiest airports after the government shutdown came to an end last week, just ahead of holiday travel. AAA says nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel next week for Thanksgiving and more than 6 million are expected to fly. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Flight cancellations, air travel delays persist after shutdown ends
Travelers may still have to deal with flight issues for days after the end of the government shutdown, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
Delta CEO on end of government shutdown
Delta CEO Ed Bastian joined "CBS Mornings" following the end of the longest U.S. government shutdown. The 43-day impasse impacted millions of Americans and thousands of scheduled flights. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Delta CEO on air travel, Thanksgiving impact
Delta CEO Ed Bastian told "CBS Mornings" he believes air travel "should return to normal" by this weekend after the government shutdown ended Wednesday night. He added that he has no concerns about upcoming Thanksgiving travel.
Flight delays and cancellations will persist
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to persist for the following days as the government reopens. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
How long could travel disruptions continue?
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is pledging to pay air traffic controllers about 70% of their missed pay 24 to 48 hours after the government reopens, but reversing the FAA-mandated airline service cuts won't be immediate. Currently, 6% of flights have been cut at the country's busiest airports. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
More flights to be cut at major airports
The government shutdown's impact on air travel continues on Tuesday as more flights are set to be cut to meet staffing shortages at some of America's busiest airports. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
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Trump says no talks with Iran ongoing, and none scheduled
President Trump says the U.S. is not engaged in any talks with Iran as the two countries remain locked in a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz after almost six months of war.
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Florida voters choose in governor, Senate primaries, and more races to watch
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Panettiere was with on-and-off boyfriend when she died, police report says
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U.S. deporting Mexican migrants to Guatemala and Honduras, angering Mexico
The Trump administration has been quietly deporting migrants from Mexico to Central America, despite the Mexican government's willingness to accept the return of all its citizens.
Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77
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Inflation is outpacing wages again. Many workers were already behind.
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Human remains found in Lake Mead as water levels reach record low
The skeletal remains were found on Sunday, two years after similar drought conditions exposed bodies in the lake.
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DOJ to stop using outside experts to help vet competitive grant applicants
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Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
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State Farm is sending refund checks to customers. Here's who qualifies.
More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.
Panettiere was with on-and-off boyfriend when she died, police report says
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
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Inflation is outpacing wages again. Many workers were already behind.
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State Farm is sending refund checks to customers. Here's who qualifies.
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DEI policies brought no financial penalty to firms, study finds
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Meta's federal trial begins over child social media addiction claims
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Who is Trump aide Natalie Harp? Loyal assistant suddenly in the spotlight
The 35-year-old executive assistant to the president is a quiet but loyal force at President Trump's side.
Former DOJ lawyer alleges government improperly targeted Ivy League schools
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U.S. deporting Mexican migrants to Guatemala and Honduras, angering Mexico
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Appeals court upholds block on immigration arrests at certain houses of worship
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School vaccination rates inch down again to record low
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Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
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Ukraine targets Moscow with drones as Russia threatens U.K. over support
Ukraine targets Moscow with a huge wave of drones as Russia warns the U.K. will pay a price for supplying Kyiv with long-range weapons.
USS Benfold went days without power in the South China Sea
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U.S. diplomat calls Israeli strikes on Syria base "unnecessary escalation"
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack says an Israeli attack on a Syrian air force base was an "unnecessary escalation that does not advance regional stability."
Trial opens 32 years after American woman murdered in Germany
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American man flies to West Bank to save home from Israeli settlers
Palestinian-American Loui Ridi says he flew from Ohio to a village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank to stop settlers from seizing his home.
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Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Panettiere was with on-and-off boyfriend when she died, police report says
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Madonna leads 2026 MTV VMAs with 11 nominations
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Nominees revealed for some VMA categories
"CBS Mornings" revealed the nominees for three categories at this year's VMAs, including artist of the year.
Top upcoming book to movie adaptations
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Meta's federal trial begins over child social media addiction claims
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
Data centers, AI become midterm flashpoint
Artificial intelligence and the data centers powering the technology have become a flashpoint ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Wall Street Journal, has more.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Discord suspends livestreams in Brazil amid backlash over girl's suicide
Popular American chat app Discord says it suspended livestreams in line with a Brazilian government order, amid fierce criticism over a 13-year-old girl's death.
How this school uses AI instead of teachers
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
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Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Latest details in Lindsay Clancy trial
Lindsay Clancy admitted to killing her three children, but her defense is trying to prove in court that she suffered from postpartum psychosis and was overmedicated. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
NAACP counsel on Nolan Wells' death
The body of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells was found days after he went missing during a Fourth of July boat trip. NAACP general counsel Kristen Clarke explains why the civil rights organization is joining the Wells family in searching for answers.
Forensic fans obsess over Lindsay Clancy case
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Suge Knight could appear at Tupac trial
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Lindsay Clancy's mother-in-law takes stand
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
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Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
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Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
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SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
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Lindsay Clancy admitted to killing her three children, but her defense is trying to prove in court that she suffered from postpartum psychosis and was overmedicated. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
What to expect from Tuesday's primaries
Alaska, Wyoming and Florida are holding primaries Tuesday with Florida voters facing ballot choices for governor and both chambers of Congress. CBS News Anthony Salvanto and Nikole Killion have more.
NAACP counsel on Nolan Wells' death
The body of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells was found days after he went missing during a Fourth of July boat trip. NAACP general counsel Kristen Clarke explains why the civil rights organization is joining the Wells family in searching for answers.
Activists posing as Minnesota voters
Members of the Florida-based conservative activist group Citizen Justice League were seen in an undercover video, posing in what they called Muslim costumes and pretending to be Minnesota voters looking for vouchers. The stunt could land them in serious legal trouble. CBS News' Esme Murphy reports.
Klarna posts shocking revenue jump
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