Nation Dec 27 Southwest Airlines under scrutiny after wave of winter storm cancellations Southwest Airlines scrubbed thousands of flights again in the aftermath of the massive winter storm that wrecked Christmas travel plans across the U.S., and the federal government said it would investigate why the company lagged so far behind other carriers.
Politics Oct 19 What is the Strategic Petroleum Reserve? Tapping the reserve is among the few things a president can do alone to try to control inflation, which makes Americans poorer and often creates a political liability for the party in control of the White House.
Politics Sep 26 WATCH: Biden announces ‘true cost’ airline ticket rule at White House Competition Council meeting Airlines made nearly $5.3 billion in baggage fees and nearly $700 million on cancellation and change fees last year, according to Transportation Department figures. Airlines charge a variety of other fees for extra legroom and other perks that are not tracked by…
Economy Jul 28 JetBlue strikes $3.8 billion deal to buy Spirit Airlines JetBlue will acquire Spirit for $33.50 per share in cash, including a prepayment of $2.50 per share in cash payable once Spirit stockholders approve the transaction.
Economy Jun 30 All eyes on airlines as Fourth of July holiday weekend nears If you're flying this holiday weekend, be prepared for crowded airports, full planes, and higher-than-normal chances that your flight will be delayed or even canceled.
Economy Jun 09 Average gas prices close in on $5 a gallon in the U.S. Pump prices have been rising steadily for months, as global oil prices rise and demand for gas increases. Prices range from an average $6.40 a gallon in California to $4.41 in Georgia.
Economy May 16 McDonald’s to sell its 850 restaurants in Russia The fast food giant pointed to the humanitarian crisis caused by the war, saying holding on to its business in Russia "is no longer tenable, nor is it consistent with McDonald's values."…
Nation Mar 10 U.S. officials extend the travel mask rule while weighing new approach Federal officials are extending the requirement for masks on planes and public transportation through mid-April while taking steps that could lead to lifting the rule.
Economy Mar 07 U.S. gas prices spike as calls to ban Russian oil continue Gasoline prices are pushing even farther above $4 a gallon, the highest price that American motorists have faced since July 2008, as calls grow to ban imports of Russian oil.
Politics Mar 01 WATCH: Biden banning Russia from U.S. airspace because of Ukraine President Joe Biden announced Tuesday night in his State of the Union address that the U.S. is banning Russian flights from its airspace in retaliation for the invasion of Ukraine.