Feds Seek To Delay Airline Merger Trial
The Justice Department asked for a delay in the trial over the merger of American Airlines and US Airways because of the shutdown of the federal government.
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The Justice Department asked for a delay in the trial over the merger of American Airlines and US Airways because of the shutdown of the federal government.
American Airlines said that it will hire 1,500 pilots over the next five years, and recall the airline's pilots who have been furloughed. The carrier plans to start recruiting this fall.
The newly elected leader of airline industry union TWU said that he will increase lobbying, oppose outsourcing and help unions strengthen ties to local communities.
Fort Worth-based American Airlines and US Airways want to know whom the government interviewed before it sued to block the airlines' merger, and what those people said.
American Airlines and US Airways on Monday morning agreed to extend their merger agreement, pushing back the date that either carrier could terminate their merger plan.
Hundreds of American Airlines and US Airways employees rallied outside of Capitol Hill on Wednesday to build support for the airlines' proposed $14 billion merger.
The union representing American Eagle flight attendants says members are worried about their fate if the merger of American Airlines and US Airways goes through.
A federal judge is approving American Airlines' plan to emerge from bankruptcy protection and merge with US Airways, although the airlines must still resolve their lawsuit with the federal government, which is trying to block the merger.
American Airlines and US Airways said late Tuesday that the government's opposition to their planned merger shows that it does not understand the airline industry.
American Airlines says its passenger traffic and a key revenue figure rose in August compared with last summer.
A federal judge said that a trial over the government's lawsuit to block the proposed merger of American Airlines and US Airways will start November 25.
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Federal officials said that airline employment has dropped from last summer because of job cuts at American Airlines and regional carriers that use smaller planes.
The U.S. government wants to wait until March for a trial on its lawsuit aimed at blocking the merger of American Airlines and US Airways.
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Fort Worth-based American Airlines and US Airways are asking for a November trial to settle the government's lawsuit against their proposed merger.
Two North Texas Chamber of Commerce presidents tell Attorney General Greg Abbott to back off when it comes to the American Airlines/US Airways merger.
Union pilots at Texas-based American Airlines say the state attorney general's opposition to American's proposed merger with US Airways doesn't make sense.
In his first remarks, Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott seeks to explain why his office joined the U.S. Justice Department's lawsuit to block the proposed merger between American Airlines and US Airways.
A judge asked American Airlines' lawyers to explain why he should approve the company's plan to merge with US Airways and exit bankruptcy protection while the merger is being challenged by the federal government.
We know the merger between American Airlines and US Airways is being delayed from next month until at least the end of the year.
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A Fort Worth firefighter severely burned in the line of duty is speaking out after his family, the public and politicians said the workers' compensation system failed him, denying him of much needed care.
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
Federal authorities are releasing fourth-grader Elizabeth Zuna, the first of several students detained by immigration officers in the Minneapolis suburb of Columbia Heights, school officials said.
A spokesman for Sen. Mitch McConnell said the Kentucky Republican's "prognosis is positive."
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
Hillary Clinton will appear for a deposition on Feb. 26, while former President Bill Clinton will appear on Feb. 27, according to the House Oversight Committee.
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While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Weather-related closures left Carter BloodCare 4,000 units of blood and blood components short of what it needs.
The state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
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Munn was promoted from defensive coordinator after Riley Dodge joined the staff at SMU.
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Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
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Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
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.
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