Off-duty pilot took mushrooms 48 hours before midair scare, prosecutors say
Off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson caused a San Francisco-bound flight to make an emergency diversion to Oregon, authorities said.
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Alaska Airlines pilot appears in court
The Alaska Airlines pilot accused of trying to shut a plane's engines off midflight appeared in court Tuesday. According to court documents, he told authorities he had been depressed in recent years and took "magic mushrooms" about 48 hours before the incident. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Alaska Airlines flight diverted after off-duty pilot tries to shut down engines
An Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency diversion to Portland, Oregon, after an off-duty pilot in the cockpit unsuccessfully tried to shut down the plane's engines midflight.
Deadly pileup blamed on fog, wildfire smoke
At least two people were killed in a pileup near New Orleans involving around 100 vehicles. Officials say the crashes were likely caused by a combination of dense fog and wildfire smoke that severely limited drivers' visibility. Omar Villafranca reports.
State Department issues "worldwide caution" alert for U.S. citizens
U.S. citizens overseas have been advised to "exercise increased caution" due to "the potential for terrorist attacks" and violence amid the Israel-Hamas war.
Sweet! Monos just restocked its sold-out Monos x Magnolia bakery collection
The Monos x Magnolia luggage collection looks good enough to eat.
The best early Black Friday luggage deals for your holiday travel
Save big on carry-ons, backpacks, checked bags and more with these early Black Friday luggage deals.
Paris is having a bedbug outbreak. Here's how travelers can stay safe.
From hotels to trains to theaters, Paris seems to be crawling with bedbugs — but experts say there are some ways to protect yourself. Here's what to know.
2 killed when small plane crashes into Oregon home
Two of three people aboard a small plane were killed when the aircraft crashed into the roof of a home in Newberg, a suburb of Portland, Oregon, on Tuesday night. No one inside the home or on the ground was injured.
Paris is crawling with bedbugs. They're even riding the trains.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
Some airports now offering visitor passes
Several airports across the country are launching visitor pass programs that allow people to pass through security checkpoints without a plane ticket. The programs give non-flyers a chance to explore an airport's restaurants and shops or say goodbye to loved ones at the gate. Wall Street Journal reporter Jacob Passy joined CBS News to discuss the programs.
Tips for booking holiday flights
Halloween hasn't even happened yet, but it's already time to start thinking about your Thanksgiving and Christmas plans. Since airlines tend to hike prices closer to the holidays, the window to find affordable tickets is already starting to close. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
Traveling over the holidays? Now is the best time to book flights.
Travelers have a couple more weeks to lock in good deals during the "Goldilocks window" before the holidays, said one expert.
Families take to the road for "world schooling"
Known loosely as "world-schoolers," some families are traveling for brief periods while others open schools and remain on the road for months – or years – at a time to educate their children.
Delta to restrict access to its Sky Club lounges to lessen crowds
The airline will also discontinue unlimited access for American Express cardholders and make its loyalty program harder to join.
How a shutdown could affect air travel
A government shutdown would force essential staff at the Federal Aviation Administration to work without pay, but the agency has another deadline to worry about. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave explains.
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Possible government shutdown is days away; What to know when booking fall trips.
What to known when booking fall trips
Travel experts say more Americans are booking getaways for the fall season, with vacationers saying they favor the smaller crowds, cooler weather and off-season discounts. Arnie Weissmann, editor-in-chief of Travel Weekly, joined CBS News to discuss post-pandemic travel trends, how remote work is fueling year-round travel and when to book 2024 travel.
Travelport: Simplifying the Complex to Modernize Travel Retailing
Technology can make travel retailing faster, easier and more modern.
Flights canceled, cruises changed as Lee reaches New England, Canada
Lee made landfall in Canada while also bringing tropical-storm conditions and coastal flooding to parts of New England.
Best fall 2023 luggage deals: Save on Samsonite, Monos, Calpak and more
Save big on carry-ons, backpacks, checked bags and more for your fall 2023 travels.
Dog found weeks after escaping at Atlanta airport
A passenger's dog that went missing after getting loose at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport three weeks ago has been found.
Why Japan's iconic Mt. Fuji is "screaming" for relief
The majestic Japanese peak has been a major tourist draw for years, but with numbers swelling, there's debate over how to mitigate the impact of the visiting hordes.
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Trump may ask for Georgia election case to move to federal court; Travelers search for autumn getaways.
The top destinations for autumn getaways
The heat is definitely still on in many areas of the country, but autumn is on its way and the demand for fall getaways is on the rise. And as temperatures drop, experts say prices are dropping too. Melanie Fish, travel expert with Expedia Brands, joined CBS News to discuss the best options for autumn vacations.
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