Airlines help kids with autism prepare to fly

Big crowds and loud noises make it especially hard for children with autism to go through airports and fly on airplanes. Some major airlines have found a unique way to help. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• Dec 31, 2019
• 3:24

Winter storm heading East ahead of New Year's Eve

A storm dumped snow and sleet from the Central Plains to the Twin Cities, all the way to Maine. Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli is tracking the dangerous weather.

• Dec 30, 2019
• 1:45

Winter storm impacting holiday travel

More than 250 million Americans are in the path of a powerful coast-to-coast storm. Snow and wind caused blizzard-like conditions in part of Colorado overnight. And in North Dakota snow and ice made for treacherous travel conditions for drivers. Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli reports.

• Dec 28, 2019
• 1:30

Winter storms hit during peak holiday travel

A powerful winter storm is expected to impact millions of Americans as it dumps snow, ice, and rain across the country this weekend. Warnings were posted for almost 2,000 miles from Arizona to the Great Lakes as the storm rumbles east. More than 2,500 flights were delayed or canceled in the U.S on Friday, complicating holiday travel plans. Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli reports.

• Dec 27, 2019
• 2:11

What makes the perfect airplane seat?

U.S. airlines are expected to fly 47.5 million people over Christmas and New Year’s. One estimate says up to three million flyers a day will cram into airline seats. While the trend has been for seats to shrink and get closer together, it hasn’t stopped some airlines from devoting years and tens of millions of dollars trying to find their perfect seat. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• Dec 26, 2019
• 5:09

Fog disrupts holiday travel

Across the country, people are traveling ahead of Christmas. In Chicago, a blanket of fog shut down all flights at O'Hare and Midway aiports for about two hours. Mola Lenghi reports.

• Dec 24, 2019
• 2:07

Storms threaten holiday travel across U.S.

There are big storms in the West and the Southeast Monday morning, which is bad news for a record number of more than 115 million Americans expected to travel by car, train or plane over the holidays. Rain and flash flooding in South Florida shut down Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport overnight. One traveler said driving through the flooding was like "looking out a boat cabin window." The TSA estimates 42 million people will pass through its security checkpoints over the holidays, nearly 4% more than last year. Mola Lenghi reports.

• Dec 23, 2019
• 3:06

Heavy rain hits the Southeast

For those traveling, the weather should not be completely frightful, but there are exceptions. Jeff Berardelli reports.

• Dec 22, 2019
• 1:17

Record number of people shopping this weekend

Experts estimate Americans spent more than $34 billion this Saturday and Sunday for last minute Christmas shopping. Laura Podesta reports.

• Dec 22, 2019
• 1:57

How the winter storm will affect your holiday commute

More than 115 million Americans are expected to travel for the holidays. CBS News climate change and weather producer Jeff Berardelli has the latest on the weather will affect holiday travel.

• Dec 21, 2019
• 1:21

Powerful storms hitting coast to coast

Powerful storms on both coasts are threatening millions of Americans on the move for the holidays. Torrential rain is causing flash flooding in parts of Oregon. The biggest threat - landslides, avalanches and damaging winds. Danya Bacchus reports.

• Dec 21, 2019
• 1:35

2020 travel trends

Next week will bring a new year, and a new decade, and with it some new trends in travel. From trips that are shorter, to destinations off the usual tourist itineraries, vacation planning is "moving" in new directions. Travel consultant Francesca Page joins “CBS This Morning Saturday” to discuss.

• Dec 21, 2019
• 3:45

Boeing capsule has problem during test flight

Boeing launched its new passenger spaceship on a critical test mission that could revolutionize American space travel. But the Starliner's first flight without a crew encountered a big problem on the way to the International Space Station. Mark Strassmann reports.

• Dec 20, 2019
• 4:16

Cleanup begins after deadly tornado outbreak

There was more severe weather across the Southeast, following a rare and deadly tornado outbreak. More tornadoes were reported in the past 24 hours than the U.S. typically sees in all of December. Janet Shamlian reports.

• Dec 17, 2019
• 2:09

Winter storms bring in dangerous travel conditions from coast to coast

Millions of Americans are in the paths of two winter storms, bringing dangerous weather conditions from coast to coast. Heavy rain hammered parts of the Northeast while out West, snow is making for treacherous travel conditions in Colorado's high country. Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli reports.

• Dec 14, 2019
• 1:46

World of Weddings: Tiny weddings in the U.S.

In our series, World of Wedding, we are traveling around the globe to understand what marriage means in different countries. In the U.S., many couples choose large weddings. But that comes with big expectations and big budgets. Now, some are taking a very different approach. Adriana Diaz reports.

• Dec 3, 2019
• 6:23

Deadly winter storm finally on its way out

A record-breaking storm hammering the Northeast is causing trouble for millions of people. The storm is blamed for at least eight deaths, as it pushed across more than 30 states during the past week. Don Dahler reports.

• Dec 3, 2019
• 2:54

Deadly storm hits East Coast

A dangerous nor'easter is delivering a blast of snow, ice and rain, creating chaos on the roads from Philadelphia to New York City and across New England. The storm has killed at least seven people. Don Dahler reports.

• Dec 2, 2019
• 3:17

Weather cancellations delay holiday travel

More than 800 flights were cancelled Sunday, the busiest day for Thanksgiving travel, due to bad weather. So far Monday, at least 170 flights are canceled and more than 400 delayed. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• Dec 2, 2019
• 1:42

Historic snowfall and rain hammer U.S.

More than 50 million Americans are in the path of the latest stormy weather after heavy snow and freezing rain slammed parts of the country for days over the holiday weekend. Winter storm alerts stretch across 15 states. Don Dahler reports.

• Dec 2, 2019
• 3:25

Winter storm forecast

A dangerous winter storm has caused travel delays across the country. Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli gives the latest forecast.

• Dec 1, 2019
• 1:18

Dangerous winter storm causes travel delays

Cold rain and snow left thousands stranded in airports and on the roads over the holiday weekend. Some parts of the Northeast could get up to 20 inches of snow. Winter storm alerts are up across 15 states with 125 million Americans in the storm’s path. Laura Podesta reports.

• Dec 1, 2019
• 2:07

Snowstorm heads toward Northeast U.S.

A powerful coast-to-coast storm is bringing blizzard conditions to the Plains, and parts of Northeast starting Saturday night. Millions of Americans can expect major travel delays. Some major airlines have already issued travel waivers to many airports. Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli reports.

• Nov 30, 2019
• 1:20

Heavy snow and rain hammer South Dakota

In Rapid City, South Dakota, heavy snow and freezing rain are hammering parts of the state. About 70 million people are under winter weather and wind alerts. This all comes as the weekend travel rush is on. Danya Bacchus reports.

• Nov 30, 2019
• 1:43

Powerful storms threaten travel plans

There are travel warnings for dangerous weather conditions across the nation, as storms punch their way from the Rockies to the Northeast. A separate system is expected to bring snow and heavy rain to the West. The National Weather Service warns travel could become impossible in some places. Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli gives the forecast.

• Nov 30, 2019
• 2:17

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