Southwest Airlines ends 2 free bag policy months after CEO said it would stay
Just last September, Southwest CEO Bob Jordan told CBS News Texas that bags would continue to fly without charge.
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Just last September, Southwest CEO Bob Jordan told CBS News Texas that bags would continue to fly without charge.
Starting May 28, only Southwest's most elite Rapid Rewards A-List Preferred members and passengers who book their top-tier Business Select fares will receive two free checked bags.
Leaders of Southwest Airlines explained Thursday how they plan to remodel the airline to change with consumer tastes.
A Southwest flight had to quickly abort its landing to avoid a potential collision with a private jet on the runway at Chicago's Midway Airport.
Southwest said the layoffs won't start until late April.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines has announced an "unprecedented" mass layoff, cutting over 1,700 jobs.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines announced on Monday it cut 15% of its workforce. This is the first time ever that the airline has made layoffs.
The lawsuit alleges Southwest illegally operated chronically delayed flights and disrupted passengers' travel plans.
Two years after a holiday meltdown, Southwest Airlines continues to recover from system failures that led to thousands of cancellations and hefty fines.
Southwest Airlines flight attendants will begin preparing the cabin for landing at a higher altitude to reduce the risk of turbulence injuries.
CBS News got a rare look at the day in the life of a plane from takeoff to arrival.
No one was hurt on board, but concerns are being raised about a larger security threat.
The airline has named Rakesh Gangwal as the independent chair of the board.
Kelly's retirement and Southwest's appointment of six new board members follow mounting pressure from hedge fund Elliot Investment Management.
Southwest Airlines Executive Chairman Gary Kelly is accelerating his retirement, effective Nov. 1.
Elliott Investment Management says Southwest hasn't done enough to improve its profits and stock price.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Leaders of Dallas-based Southwest Airlines are set to explain on Thursday how they plan to remodel the airline to change with consumer tastes, as they seek to reverse shrinking profits and slumping stock price.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines could reveal some new changes during investor day on Thursday.
Gary Kelly, the former CEO who has been chairman since 2008, will retire next year.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines is bringing back a popular promotion for travelers.
The Dallas-based airline is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines announced Thursday it is putting an end to its open seating policy. Here's what loyal customers have to say about the change.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
Due to the extreme heat, soda cans on Southwest Airlines plans have been exploding.
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
There is no doubt that David Wade Ruby is buried in the New Hope Cemetery in Cooke County. His actual location, on the other hand, isn't that exact.
It's a question, and a conversation, that can turn hotter than a Texas summer: whatever happened to good manners?
Just like a lot of things in life, making the perfect crepe isn't easy.
The team and the city asked for feedback from surrounding homeowners, so they will hopefully give the green light to the project.
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
There is no doubt that David Wade Ruby is buried in the New Hope Cemetery in Cooke County. His actual location, on the other hand, isn't that exact.
It's a question, and a conversation, that can turn hotter than a Texas summer: whatever happened to good manners?
CBS Texas partners with the Bob Woodruff Foundation to support and honor America's veterans and support military families.
Just like a lot of things in life, making the perfect crepe isn't easy.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
Abbott has ordered an investigation into a Rio Grande Valley hospital over allegations it advertised "birth tourism" packages to foreign nationals.
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump is tightening bonds with Turkey.
Talarico has said he wants to create a federal public health insurance option, raise the federal minimum wage and increase taxes on the wealthy and corporations.
President Trump held separate calls with Russia's Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss ending the war.
The Governor spoke days after Democratic candidate for Governor, State Representative Gina Hinojosa of Austin, blasted him on the issue.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Commercial air service from Collin County will take off in November with a flight to Fort Myers, Florida.
The bank is closing a call center at its Plano campus and laying off 244 workers as part of a consolidation effort.
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
The team and the city asked for feedback from surrounding homeowners, so they will hopefully give the green light to the project.
Jessica Shepard had 22 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists for her third triple-double of the season, and the Dallas Wings beat the New York Liberty 88-77 on Tuesday night.
Argentina erased a two-goal deficit in the final 11 minutes as Lionel Messi scored the equalizer and Enzo Fernández netted a stoppage-time winner to beat Egypt 3-2.
Researchers found evidence of the disease in the Dallas Cowboys player's brain.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
