Duckworth demands DOT give $10K bonus to all air traffic controllers, FAA techs
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said that the bonus would be given only to controllers and technicians who didn't miss a shift during the shutdown.
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said that the bonus would be given only to controllers and technicians who didn't miss a shift during the shutdown.
The agency's "Golden Age of Travel" campaign aims to restore civility to air travel. Experts say they have doubts.
The disruptions to air travel from the government shutdown are still causing headaches for flyers, but things are improving compared to the start of the week. TSA Chief of Staff Adam Stahl joins "The Takeout" to discuss when things will be back to normal and more.
The FAA told airlines to increase cancellations at 40 of the country's busiest airports to 6% by Tuesday and ultimately ramp up to 10% by Friday.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that starting Friday the U.S. will reduce flights at 40 "high-volume" markets as it grapples with air traffic control and TSA staffing shortages amid the ongoing government shutdown. Robert Sumwalt, former chair of the National Transportation Safety Board, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
The U.S. will reduce flight capacity by 10% at 40 airports starting Friday due to the government shutdown, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced on Wednesday. Capt. Laura Einsetler, an experienced commercial pilot, joins CBS News 24/7 with her reaction.
Transportation Department drops Biden-era proposal to require airlines to financially compensate passengers for flight disruptions.
"Instead of being a point of pride, Washington's Union Station has fallen into disrepair," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
A group of bipartisan women senators is sponsoring legislation to create equality in car crash tests.
Women make up more than half of U.S. drivers, but are 73% more likely to suffer serious injuries in a crash than men, and are 17% more likely to be killed, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. A bipartisan group of women senators is hoping female crash test dummies could help solve the issue. In a statement, the DOT said Secretary Sean Duffy "appreciates Congress' interest in resolving this issue and is committed to accelerating the process to improve safety for all Americans," adding regulators are in the process of testing and evaluating updates to the new test dummies. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
A judge said the Trump administration cannot tie federal transportation funding to cooperation with immigration authorities.
A new federal report targeting a high-speed rail project in California identified missed deadlines, budget shortfalls and other critical flaws that could lead the Trump administration to revoke $4 billion in grants on a project the Department of Transportation has called "boondoggle trains to nowhere."
Southwest Airlines recently announced it will start charging $35 for the first checked bag. Here's a breakdown of how much revenue bag fees bring.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy addresses recent air traffic control outages at Newark Liberty International Airport, discusses the significant shortage of air traffic controllers, a spotlight on airline safety and more in an interview with CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave. "I'm grateful you're paying attention," said Duffy, adding that attention to airline safety helps nudge Congress to act and provide more funding to make air travel more efficient and safer.
President Trump's transportation secretary said Thursday the FAA's air traffic control system "truly is 25, 35, 40 years old in some places."
A coalition of 20 state Democratic attorneys general filed two federal lawsuits on Tuesday, claiming that the Trump administration is threatening to withhold billions of dollars in transportation and disaster-relief funds.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy called for a complete rebuild of the nation's air traffic control system, some of which is using 50-year-old technology. Kris Van Cleave has more.
The Trump administration's announcement comes as Newark Liberty International Airport continues to deal with disruptions following an outage last week.
The acting head of the FAA admitted "something was missed" when explaining what led to the deadly midair collision between an Army helicopter and a jetliner in January. Senators also grilled the top aviation official on why thousands of previous close calls at Reagan National Airport went unaddressed. Nikole Killion has the latest.
President Trump has tapped a regional airline CEO, Bryan Bedford, to lead the Federal Aviation Administration. Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk joins "America Decides" to unpack the top challenges Bedford would face if confirmed, including a shortage of air traffic controllers.
On his first full day as transportation secretary, Sean Duffy faced the deadliest U.S. aviation accident in more than 20 years. The midair collision near Washington, D.C., killed 67 people and just on Monday, a flight from Minneapolis crash-landed in Toronto with all passengers surviving. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke with Duffy about that and the recent layoffs at the Federal Aviation Administration.
The Trump administration is pulling the plug NYC congestion pricing, but Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA are fighting to keep it.
On his first full day as transportation secretary, Sean Duffy faced the deadliest U.S. aviation accident in more than 20 years — the midair collision over Washington that killed 67 people. It was the first of several high-profile crashes in recent weeks. Kris Van Cleave spoke to Duffy about the incidents and his priorities at the department.
Duffy called each of the recent incidents "very unique" and also talked about recent layoffs and Elon Musk's efforts to overhaul the air traffic control system.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul held a news conference to discuss New York City's congestion pricing after the Trump administration said it is terminating the city's program. Trump posted on Truth Social, "CONGESTION PRICING IS DEAD. Manhattan, and all of New York, is SAVED. LONG LIVE THE KING!"
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, King Charles III's younger brother, has been arrested over suspected misconduct in public office after revelations in the Epstein files.
A CBS News analysis found 126 cases that were brought by federal prosecutors last year arising out of threats to public officials.
Former Prince Andrew's arrest followed the release of a massive trove of Epstein files by the U.S. Justice Department that included a series of potentially incriminating documents related to his activities as trade envoy.
As Trump pressures Iran, he's spoken of an "armada" heading for the Mideast, but there's another massive movement of American fire power in the air.
The FBI has been in touch with the Mexican government and Mexican law enforcement regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, law enforcement sources told CBS News.
The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday sanctioned Kovay Gardens, accusing the Mexican resort of operating under the direction of the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación, or CJNG.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address next week.
A commission that advises the federal government on architecture and the arts voted to approve President Trump's overhaul of the White House East Wing.
Abigail Shry was due to begin serving a 27-month federal prison sentence this week for threatening a federal judge, but she failed to appear.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address next week.
Abigail Shry was due to begin serving a 27-month federal prison sentence this week for threatening a federal judge, but she failed to appear.
Olympians often hold down jobs to pay the bills, highlighting the financial challenges facing many athletes competing on the Olympic stage.
President Trump made the announcement during the first meeting of his Board of Peace, although the funding source is unclear.
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
Olympians often hold down jobs to pay the bills, highlighting the financial challenges facing many athletes competing on the Olympic stage.
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
Separate gear and engine problems with some Nissan Rogue compact SUVs can cause them to lose power, safety regulators warn.
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
California wine giant Gallo is set to close one of its Bay Area production facilities, laying off nearly 100 workers there and at four other wineries and tasting rooms in Napa and Sonoma counties.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address next week.
Abigail Shry was due to begin serving a 27-month federal prison sentence this week for threatening a federal judge, but she failed to appear.
President Trump made the announcement during the first meeting of his Board of Peace, although the funding source is unclear.
Former Prince Andrew's arrest followed the release of a massive trove of Epstein files by the U.S. Justice Department that included a series of potentially incriminating documents related to his activities as trade envoy.
A commission that advises the federal government on architecture and the arts voted to approve President Trump's overhaul of the White House East Wing.
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
Rosabella-brand moringa capsules could be linked to Salmonella cases in seven U.S. states, health officials said.
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
Team USA speedskater Jordan Stolz came just short of his third Olympic gold on Thursday, taking silver in the men's 1,500-meter race.
Former Prince Andrew's arrest followed the release of a massive trove of Epstein files by the U.S. Justice Department that included a series of potentially incriminating documents related to his activities as trade envoy.
The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday sanctioned Kovay Gardens, accusing the Mexican resort of operating under the direction of the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación, or CJNG.
The FBI has been in touch with the Mexican government and Mexican law enforcement regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, law enforcement sources told CBS News.
The head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency says Iran's enriched uranium "is still there," as he stresses the urgency of diplomacy to avert a U.S.-Iran war.
Former "America's Next Top Model" contestant Eva Marcille, known as Eva Pigford on the show, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the new docuseries exploring the show's controversies. Marcille, the winner of season three in 2004, describes the shocking revelations she learned through watching the docuseries.
Druski speaks to "CBS Mornings" about how he rose to global fame after starting his comedy skits on Instagram in 2017 and some of the controversy in his work, including at the NFL Honors earlier this month.
Jon Taffer is debuting a new season of "Bar Rescue" on Paramount+, and he joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more on what to expect.
For 24 seasons, supermodel Tyra Banks promised young women the chance to become the next big name in fashion on the show "America's Next Top Model." In a new Netflix documentary, former contestants, judges and Banks herself revisit some of the more controversial episodes of the reality show that aired from 2003 to 2018.
Bad Bunny is set to star in his first leading role in the film "Porto Rico" alongside Javier Bardem, Viggo Mortensen and Edward Norton.
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
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.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified Wednesday in a civil case over social media addiction allegations that skyrocketing social media use shows how people value the sites and it's not a strategy to keep users addicted. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Mark Zuckerberg took the stand on Wednesday to fight off allegations that Instagram was intentionally designed to be addictive, especially to kids. Jo Ling Kent was in the courtroom and has more on the landmark trial.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Former Prince Andrew's arrest for suspected misconduct in public office has rocked the U.K. Tom Symonds with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.
The FBI is in touch with Mexican officials regarding the search for Nancu Guthrie, law enforcement sources tell CBS News. Andres Gutierrez reports.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested in the U.K. for suspected misconduct in public office following the latest release of Jeffrey Epstein files by the Justice Department. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports, and People's Erin Hill joins with more details.
126 people were charged in 2025 for making threats to federal and top state officials, according to an analysis by CBS News. Jake Rosen reports.
As news emerges of former Prince Andrew's arrest in the U.K., questions remain about new potential charges in the U.S. linked to the latest batch of Epstein files released by the Justice Department. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.
NASA wants to make sure repairs have eliminated the hydrogen leaks detected during an initial fueling test of the Artemis II moon rocket earlier this month.
The Crew 12 docking came one month after a previous crew had to return to Earth early due to a medical issue.
NASA and SpaceX launched a new mission to the International Space Station with four crew members on board to replace the team that returned last month due to a medical issue with one member. Mark Strassmann has more.
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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.
President Trump is warning that "bad things" will happen if Iran does not agree to his demands regarding its nuclear program. Matt Gertken, the chief geopolitical strategist at BCA Research, joins CBS News with more insight.
Former Prince Andrew's arrest for suspected misconduct in public office has rocked the U.K. Tom Symonds with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.
Former "America's Next Top Model" contestant Eva Marcille, known as Eva Pigford on the show, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the new docuseries exploring the show's controversies. Marcille, the winner of season three in 2004, describes the shocking revelations she learned through watching the docuseries.
The FBI is in touch with Mexican officials regarding the search for Nancu Guthrie, law enforcement sources tell CBS News. Andres Gutierrez reports.
President Trump addressed world leaders at his first Board of Peace gathering and mentioned the growing tensions with Iran over its nuclear program. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.