DTW Airport facing flight cancellations, delays during winter storm
Detroit Metro Airport dealt with over 300 flight delays and dozens of cancellations as a winter storm moved over Southeast Michigan Saturday, FlightAware said.
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Detroit Metro Airport dealt with over 300 flight delays and dozens of cancellations as a winter storm moved over Southeast Michigan Saturday, FlightAware said.
Travelers may still have to deal with flight issues for days after the end of the government shutdown, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
It could take a few days before flight schedules return to normal, despite the government shutdown officially ending. CBS News Detroit has a report from Detroit Metro Airport that includes what passengers are saying and the latest cancellation numbers.
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.
Air traffic cutbacks ordered by federal officials, along with weather conditions at some airports, resulted in Nov. 8-10 being the worst weekend for air passengers since the federal government shutdown began Oct. 1. CBS News has this report.
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights ahead of this weekend as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
U.S. lawmakers worked through the weekend in Washington D.C., though not much progress has been made in ending the government shutdown. Willie James Inman reports from the White House.
An emergency order obtained by CBS News showed that the Detroit Metro Airport was among 40 major airports impacted by air traffic reductions.
As the longest government shutdown in American history continues, frustrations grow at airports around the country. Around 1,000 flights were canceled on Saturday. The travel issues are also impacting people at Detroit Metro Airport. Heath Kalb caught up with a few Detroit Lions fans trying to get to Washington D.C., for the team's game against the Commanders.
Flight reductions begin Friday at dozens of U.S. airports amid air traffic controller shortages due to the government shutdown.
Estimates of the economic hit from the U.S. government shutdown put the losses at up to $16 billion every week the impasse continues.
Airports across the country are reporting staffing issues as the government shutdown stretches on. Without enough manpower, airports can't operate safely. Jen Sullivan reports.
Airports, primarily on the East Coast, have seen a substantial spike in flight cancellations since the summer travel rush began this year compared to the same period in 2024.
London's Heathrow Airport reopened on Saturday after a power outage prompted widespread cancellations.
The winter storm spreading across the U.S. has prompted thousands of flight delays and cancellations. Here's what to know.
Carriers canceled nearly 2,700 U.S. flights Monday as frigid conditions across the U.S. hit air travel for the third day straight.
Southwest Airlines again hit with flight disruptions, though most U.S. passengers are enjoying a smoother takeoff for their holiday travel plans.
Lee made landfall in Canada while also bringing tropical-storm conditions and coastal flooding to parts of New England.
Flight cancelations are causing headaches across America, and the Detroit Metro Airport is no exception.
More than 7,600 trips were delayed or canceled at U.S. airports on Wednesday.
The FAA said it appears a corrupted database file brought the nation's aviation system to a halt Wednesday.
Carrier cancelled more than 60% of its flights Tuesday after giant winter storm, with federal airline regulators pledging to investigate.
Flying this holiday season has been a nightmare for some people, as thousands of flights were canceled around the country. At Detroit Metro Airport, some people were upset after having a tough time getting flights.
Airlines have started to issue flight cancellations, as the East Coast prepares for the wrath of Hurricane Irene.
Airport Spokesman Michael Conway says "There were quite a few cancellations last night, (but) we have more runways and taxiways available for the airlines than they need at this moment."
Jeremy Swayman stopped all three shots he faced in the shootout, and the Boston Bruins beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-2.
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A man is in the hospital and a suspect was arrested after a stabbing in the parking lot of a high school in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Saturday afternoon, according to police.
The suspect in the shooting remains at large, authorities said.
From Wayne County to Oakland County, officials want people off the roads so their salt and plow trucks can get to work.
A winter storm with the potential to drop considerable snow began moving over Southeast Michigan on Saturday afternoon.
Crews in Belleville, Michigan, battled a large fire at a recreational vehicle dealership on Saturday afternoon, according to police.
MSP says neither child was restrained properly at the time of the crash, and there was one car seat in the vehicle.
Police in Brownstown Township, Michigan, say at least one of their officers shot at a suspect while responding to a report of domestic violence on Friday night.
No. 15 Michigan fell to No. 1 Ohio State 27-9 in a dominant performance by the Buckeyes in Ann Arbor on Saturday.
Slower adoption of electric vehicles was cited as the reason for pending layoffs at GM's Factory Zero.
Yanfeng will close its Romulus production facility, located at 9800 Inkster Road.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $3.06 per gallon, which is 1 cent more than last week but 3 cents less than at the same time a year ago.
Most of the intersections and roundabouts that made the 2024 list are in Southeast Michigan.
Avancez said a change in customer orders will result in layoffs during December at its Hazel Park location.
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
More than 75 dazzling displays lined up to march down Woodward Avenue, led by Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who served as grand marshal for the parade.
The culinary team at Ford Field has planned a special menu for Thursday's game when the Detroit Lions host the Green Bay Packers.
Downtown Rochester, Michigan, is now fully into the holiday spirit as it held its annual Big, Bright Light Show and Lagniappe celebration Monday evening.
America's Thanksgiving Parade takes place on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, in downtown Detroit.
Cade Cunningham scored 29 points as the Detroit Pistons beat the Miami Heat 138-135.
The Orlando Magic have advanced to the knockout round of the NBA Cup.
Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom worked for behavioral health agency, Seneca Health Services, as a community engagement specialist before her deployment.
The Trump administration on Friday directed officials to pause all asylum decisions in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C.
The Game has had many upsets, including last year when Michigan stunned Ohio State as nearly 20-point underdogs.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
A former Michigan pharmacist will spend nearly four years in prison in connection with a $4 million Medicare fraud scheme at a pharmacy he owned.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
Commonly called the "stomach flu," norovirus is a contagious infection that can cause inflammation of the stomach.
The Wyandotte Public Schools district says classes at Wilson Middle School will resume on Thursday after officials closed the school due to a "potential norovirus outbreak."
Jeremy Swayman stopped all three shots he faced in the shootout, and the Boston Bruins beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-2.
No. 15 Michigan fell to No. 1 Ohio State 27-9 in a dominant performance by the Buckeyes in Ann Arbor on Saturday.
Former Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow won't be rejoining the team after a medical exam revealed he has a hamstring strain, officials said Saturday morning.
The Orlando Magic have advanced to the knockout round of the NBA Cup.
The Game has had many upsets, including last year when Michigan stunned Ohio State as nearly 20-point underdogs.
Hundreds of thousands will line up along Woodward Avenue for America's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit.
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Kinloch talked about helping neighborhoods, and he talked about improving education and DPSCD.
The Trump administration has ordered U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services officers to pause all asylum decisions following the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington D.C., according to a directive obtained by CBS News and two sources familiar with the order. At the same time, efforts to end the war between Russia and Ukraine continue. Weijia Jiang reports.
Snow ends late morning, expect windy conditions throughout the day.
The goal of Small Business Saturday is to help boost mom-and-pop shops. Democratic U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens of Michigan's 11th Congressional District spent part of the day stopping by local businesses in Wayne County.
Police in Ann Arbor say they're investigating a stabbing at a high school parking lot that resulted in a man being injured on Saturday afternoon. A suspect was apprehended after the incident.
Police in Brownstown Township say at least one of their officers shot at a suspect while responding to a report of domestic violence on Friday night.