Long security lines at U.S. airports as DHS funding affects TSA staffing
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
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How partial shutdown is leading to airport delays
Airline passengers in some of the United States' largest airports are seeing long security lines amid the ongoing partial government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. As Kris Van Cleave reports, more TSA employees are calling out sick as they work without pay.
Travelers face hours-long delays amid shutdown
The partial government shutdown over funding for the Department of Homeland Security is causing delays at airports nationwide. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Major travel delays amid partial shutdown
The partial government shutdown is causing major travel delays across the U.S. as TSA struggles with staffing shortages. CBS News' Elaine Quijano has more.
TSA staffing shortages amid funding lapse
Some airports are warning travelers to allow extra time as TSA experiences staffing shortages again due to a spike in sick calls. It's the first pay period TSA officers will not get a paycheck due to the partial government shutdown. Kris Van Cleave reports.
DHS says TSA PreCheck operational after announcing suspension amid shutdown
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that TSA and Customs and Border Protection are "suspending courtesy and special privilege escorts."
DHS government shutdown is underway. Here are the services affected.
The Department of Homeland Security officially shut down at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday after Congress failed to pass a bill to fund its operations before a stopgap measure lapsed.
A new $45 fee for travelers without Real IDs goes into effect Feb. 1
Passengers without Real IDs can still fly if they pay a $45 fee, which covers the cost of additional identity verification screening.
TSA will start charging travelers without a Real ID $45 in February
Flyers without Real IDs, passports or other accepted forms of identification will need to pay a $45 fee starting Feb. 1.
It's Thanksgiving week. These are expected to be the busiest travel days.
It is a busy week for millions of Americans who are traveling for Thanksgiving.
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.
Thanksgiving travel rush in full swing
An estimated 82 million Americans are expected to travel over the next week, according to AAA, and 18 million people are expected to fly, the TSA projects. Here's how to navigate the Thanksgiving rush.
TSA may start charging a fee for travelers without a Real ID or other approved ID
The TSA plans to charge a fee for air passengers who lack a Real ID or other accepted form of identification.
Some TSA agents will get $10,000 bonuses for shutdown work, Noem says
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that TSA agents with "exemplary service" during the government shutdown will receive a $10,000 bonus check.
TSA union leader on shutdown impacts
As the government shutdown drags on, TSA agents are going without pay while still expected to show up to work. Rebecca Wolf, president of AFGE TSA Local 1127, joins CBS News to discuss.
Airport lines balloon amid government shutdown
An airline group says that since the government shutdown began, more than 3 million travelers in the U.S. have had their flights delayed or canceled. According to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, it's only going to get worse. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Airlines feeding air traffic controllers as they miss first paychecks
Airlines are donating meals to unpaid federal aviation workers during the government shutdown as air traffic controllers missed their first paychecks.
Flight delays persist at some airports as government shutdown continues
Travelers within the U.S. could experience flight delays as weather problems, air traffic controller shortages persist.
These airports were ranked best in North America
J.D. Power released its annual rankings of the best airports in North America, based on facilities, food and other key metrics.
Woman caught trying to sneak turtles in her bra, TSA says
The TSA said one turtle died and another was handed off to Florida wildlife officials.
TSA may change rules about liquids on planes, Homeland Secretary Noem says
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem suggested that changes might be coming to the rules limiting liquids in carry on-bags.
Can I keep my shoes on at the airport? What to know about TSA rule change.
As of Tuesday, passengers at U.S. airports are no longer required to remove their shoes during the TSA screening process.
Passengers at U.S. airports no longer have to remove shoes
Change is afoot at some U.S. airports as passengers no longer have to remove their shoes while going through TSA security screenings.
Inside how pilots, airlines train for air traffic control disruptions
CBS News got an up-close look at a pilot's training inside a 737 Max simulator amid a renewed focus on the U.S.' aging air traffic control system.
No, you can't use your Costco card as Real ID at the airport, TSA says
Costco membership cards will not function as Real IDs at airports, the TSA said on social media.
Trump says Iran talks continuing after regime threatens "other fronts" in war
The Iranians' latest move in the war came in response to what it considers U.S. and Israeli ceasefire violations.
Russian missile, drone attack on Ukraine kills at least 13, officials say
Russian missile, drone strikes kill at least 13 people across Ukraine, authorities say, after President Zelenskyy warned Moscow was planning a "massive new strike."
DOJ says it will stop work on $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund"
The Justice Department said it will stop work on the $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund following a district judge's decision temporarily blocking the program.
Divided appeals court rules transgender military ban is unconstitutional
A divided federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration's policy banning transgender individuals from serving in the military is likely unconstitutional.
North Carolina officer fired over video of violent arrest turns himself in
Former Shelby County police officer Karson Hyder has been charged with one count of assault inflicting serious injury after video appeared to show him repeatedly punching a woman.
Lab worker who vanished last year found dead in New Mexico national forest
Melissa Casias was employed at the Los Alamos National Laboratory when she went missing last year, her niece said.
Multiple people killed, officer wounded in Oregon shooting
Police were called to the scene of "a domestic disturbance and shooting" in the city of Sandy, outside of Portland, Oregon, on Sunday.
Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
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Fraudsters bought Kobe Bryant sneakers and Ferraris with taxpayer funds
For law enforcement investigating fraud cases, the hard part can be following the money to figure out where the tax dollars have gone.
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South Carolina store owner acquitted of murder in 2023 killing of Black teen
Chikei Rick Chow, 61, shot Cyrus Carmack-Belton in the back after chasing him from his convenience store in Columbia. He maintained he acted to defend his son.
Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
"It's not anything to do with politics. I don't know why they're turning it into politics," Vanilla Ice said of the Freedom 250 concerts planned in Washington, D.C.
North Carolina officer fired over video of violent arrest turns himself in
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Bus driver in Virginia crash that killed 5 facing more charges
Jing Sheng Dong, a 48-year-old tour bus driver from Staten Island, New York, faces three additional felony counts in connection with the deaths.
About 1 in 4 professionals is stuck in a mid-career stall, study finds
Workers who go at least five years without a promotion or meaningful raise can miss out on thousands of dollars in earnings, researchers found.
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What to know about the major student loan changes coming July 1
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Anthropic files for IPO, setting up public-market test of AI boom
The filing sets up Anthropic, the maker of the Claude AI chatbot, to sell its shares to the public.
Barry Diller's People Inc. offers to buy MGM Resorts
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Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
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DOJ says it will stop work on $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund"
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Divided appeals court rules transgender military ban is unconstitutional
A divided federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration's policy banning transgender individuals from serving in the military is likely unconstitutional.
U.S. political commentators say U.K. barred them "for criticizing Israel"
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U.S. sought Russia's help to free Austin Tice in first Trump term, ex-envoy says
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A nurse stole fentanyl and AI missed it, state records say
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New drug nearly doubles survival rates in some pancreatic cancer patients, study says
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Trump directs CDC to align with assessment calling for fewer childhood vaccines
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Russian missile, drone attack on Ukraine kills at least 13, officials say
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U.S. political commentators say U.K. barred them "for criticizing Israel"
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Marilyn Monroe's friends honor the icon (1962)
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Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
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Vanilla Ice on Freedom 250 concert series
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"Backrooms" makes historic Hollywood debut
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Early details on Anthropic's IPO filing
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South Carolina store owner acquitted of murder in 2023 killing of Black teen
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Fired N.C. cop arrested on assault charge
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