United Changes Policy, Will No Longer Remove Seated Passengers
United Airlines is changing a company policy and will no longer allow crew members to displace customers already onboard an airplane.
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United Airlines is changing a company policy and will no longer allow crew members to displace customers already onboard an airplane.
After weeks of trouble for some major airlines, Delta could be offering passengers a lot more money to give up their seats.
Dr. David Dao was removed from the plane Sunday after he refused to give up his seat on the full flight from Chicago to Louisville.
The U.S. Department of Transportation is investigating the way a passenger was dragged off a United Airlines flight.
Several minutes after a passenger recorded a video watched around the world that showed security officers dragging another passenger off an overbooked United Express flight at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport, a smaller snippet of video showed an even more troubling scene.
Several minutes after a passenger recorded a video watched around the world that showed security officers dragging another passenger off an overbooked United Express flight at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport, a smaller snippet of video showed an even more troubling scene.
United Airlines says it's reviewing why a security officer dragged a passenger from a plane. United says it had overbooked a flight leaving Chicago. So, why do airlines overbook flights? Good Question.
The man shown in the videos claimed to be a doctor who needed to be at work the next day, reports say.
It's the story that's surrounding water coolers all over the country. Two teens were told they couldn't board their flight to Minneapolis Sunday because they were wearing leggings.
United Airlines says regular-paying flyers are welcome to wear leggings aboard its flights, even though two teenage girls were barred by a gate agent from boarding a flight from Denver to Minneapolis on Sunday because of their attire.
United Airlines came under social media fire Sunday after a gate agent in Denver allegedly barred girls from boarding a flight to Minneapolis because they were wearing leggings.
United Airlines says all of its domestic flights had to be grounded on Sunday because of a computer problem.
A bad harvest year in Mexico has caused the price of limes to go way up. They've become so expensive that some airlines have quit serving them on planes. Lucas Price is a bartender at Barrio in downtown Minneapolis, a place known for its tacos and tequila. But lately, it's a little green fruit that's been putting the squeeze on Price.
American Airlines plans to end its direct flights from MSP to New York's LaGuardia and Washington's Reagan National Airports. The changes are part of a deal with the Justice Department to push through American's merger with U.S. Airways. American agreed to give up some of its airport slots to lower-cost airlines. So do airline mergers hurt us or help us? According to Myles Shaver, a professor business strategy at the Carlson School of Business, opinions are mixed.
The following are five tips for traveling during Thanksgiving weekend that will make your life easier.
An English Springer Spaniel named Hendrix ended up taking a serious detour on his way from New Jersey to Phoenix this week.
United and Continental airlines both posted third-quarter profits during their last quarter as independent companies, reversing their losses from a year earlier as they benefited from rising traveler demand and higher fares.
Simeon Woods Richardson allowed four runs and eight hits with four walks in 5 2/3 innings for the Minnesota Twins in Monday's loss to the Kansas City Royals.
An Oakdale family needs help finding the driver who hit their son while walking to school.
A driver is in the hospital after being shot by law enforcement following a pursuit in northwestern Minnesota Monday morning, according to officials.
WCCO first learned about SynerFuse in 2023 after a patient shared her chronic pain journey and the successful results a year after the surgery.
State officials say the rules, which were approved without changes, will be published in the State Register and go into effect later this month.
An Oakdale family needs help finding the driver who hit their son while walking to school.
WCCO first learned about SynerFuse in 2023 after a patient shared her chronic pain journey and the successful results a year after the surgery.
The markets are anxious about President Trump's trade war. And so are shoppers looking for deals on cars.
Federal investigators are searching for 19 guns that remain missing after being reportedly snatched from their UPS packaging in Minneapolis.
Tom Berg, owner of Minneapolis' Falling Knife Brewing Company, has died, according to his associates.
Police are investigating a crash that left one person dead and another critically injured in Shakopee, Minnesota.
The Isanti County Sheriff's Office says deputies responded to the two-vehicle crash near the intersection of 269th Avenue East and Tucker Trail around 2:06 p.m.
Investigators now believe the fatal injuries suffered by a well-known southwestern Minnesota bartender in 2023 were self-inflicted.
When severe weather rolls through, it's easy to get overwhelmed with all the notifications. Here are the four things you need to know about weather alerts and warnings.
As the snow melts and Spring arrives, many Minnesotans are ready to dig into gardening season.
A Brooklyn Park, Minnesota man has been charged after a Blue Plate Restaurant Company co-owner was killed by a driver while on a motorcycle Sunday.
A Wisconsin man is cycling towards a cure for Parkinson's disease. Dozens of bikers are set to take off in an annual Wisconsin fundraiser called Peloton4Parkinson's at the end of April.
Campaign funding smashed records, making it the most expensive judicial race in history.
Tuesday evening, Wisconsin's polls will close in what has become the most expensive judicial race in U.S. history.
A 17-year-old driver who allegedly struck and killed a runner on a western Wisconsin road Saturday may have been intoxicated at the time, according to authorities.
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick and Ludacris are slated to headline Taste of Minnesota this year.
Low enrollment at Chelsea Heights Elementary School has impacted funding for music and arts programs, leaving staff to figure out how they will still deliver creative classes for students.
Avianah Drakeford was born with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that negatively affects how blood moves around the body. It's not life-threatening, but it is life-altering.
Yolanda Saldívar was denied parole, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles confirmed in a statement posted to its webpage.
An elementary school student used a school bus radio to get help for a driver suffering from a medical condition while on their route home from school in central Minnesota, according to officials.
State officials say the rules, which were approved without changes, will be published in the State Register and go into effect later this month.
With planting season just around the corner, Minnesota soybean farmers are voicing concern over President Trump's trade war with China.
Minnesota state auditors on Monday released the results of their investigation into construction of the Met Council’s oft-delayed and over budget Southwest Light Rail Transit project.
With planting season just around the corner, some Minnesota farmers are voicing concern over President Trump's trade war.
President Trump threatened new tariffs on China on Monday as Israel's prime minister became the first foreign leader to visit the White House since the tough new tariffs were announced.
With planting season just around the corner, Minnesota soybean farmers are voicing concern over President Trump's trade war with China.
An across-the-board 10% tariff on all imports is set to begin Saturday, with added reciprocal tariffs starting next week, and consumers in Minnesota are expressing their concerns.
Artificial dyes made using chemicals and are thus regulated by the Food and Drug Administration to ensure their safety. But do we need them?
A new weed-growing operation in Prairie Island represents Minnesota's closest one to the Twin Cities. The Dakota tribe is using cannabis cultivation best practices to take their business to new highs, with a newfound pride in going green.
With economists sharing concerns a trade war may soon be in full swing, many shoppers worry grocery prices could be affected. One type of grocery provider says it may have a way to keep prices mostly stable.
A driver is in the hospital after being shot by law enforcement following a pursuit in northwestern Minnesota Monday morning, according to officials.
Federal investigators are searching for 19 guns that remain missing after being reportedly snatched from their UPS packaging in Minneapolis.
A man was injured in a shooting outside a St. Paul bar early Monday, according to police.
Despite lifesaving efforts, a woman died after being hit by a car in Meadowlands Township Friday evening, officials say.
A 43-year-old man is facing a first-degree marijuana possession charge after police at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport found a bag with over 10 pounds of marijuana in it.
WCCO first learned about SynerFuse in 2023 after a patient shared her chronic pain journey and the successful results a year after the surgery.
According to a court document filed on Tuesday, the United States District Court District of Minnesota dismissed the lawsuit for "lack of standing."
A Wisconsin man is cycling towards a cure for Parkinson's disease. Dozens of bikers are set to take off in an annual Wisconsin fundraiser called Peloton4Parkinson's at the end of April.
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
A proposed bill in the Minnesota Legislature seeks to limit sales of tampons with lead and arsenic in them.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Three Minnesotans are among the five nominees for best Midwestern chef in this year's James Beard Awards, and the state is in competition in several other categories as well.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
The Van Gogh Museum says a painting purchased at a Minnesota garage sale did not come from the Dutch artist's hand, despite the claims from a New York research group.
Simeon Woods Richardson allowed four runs and eight hits with four walks in 5 2/3 innings for the Minnesota Twins in Monday's loss to the Kansas City Royals.
UConn's win over South Carolina in the women's NCAA championship on Sunday marked a storybook ending for Hopkins, Minnesota, native Paige Bueckers, who faced a lot of hurdles leading up to the victory.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
The WNBA will finally be able to welcome Hopkins, Minnesota, native Paige Bueckers to the league.
Two key members of the Minnesota Lynx dynasty of the 2010s are heading to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
J.P. Morgan revised its prediction for a recession to 60% for this year.
Minnesota currently receives $23 billion in federal aid per year accounting for 35% of the state's revenue.
In a state where citizens own their own NFL franchise, Professor Anthony Chergosky says it was Elon Musk and his giveaways that turned the race into a referendum that was less about President Trump and more about Musk himself.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court currently has a 4-3 liberal majority, with one of the liberal justices retiring, the balance of the court is at stake.
Tuesday’s Wisconsin Supreme Court election will determine the ideological makeup of a court likely to decide key issues in a perennial battleground state.
It's sap-tapping season in our state. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an Otter Tail County man landed in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
South of Hastings, Minnesota, there's a town without a single resident and there are businesses that don't sell a single thing. Yet people can't wait to visit, and once here, they don't want to leave.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
Professor David Geary, a cognitive scientist and evolutionary psychologist, has researched the topic of heights and says humans have been getting taller.
Artificial dyes made using chemicals and are thus regulated by the Food and Drug Administration to ensure their safety. But do we need them?
With just a click of the mouse or tap on your phone, many have felt a rush of embarrassment.
The right amount of protein varies for each person depending on factors like gender, age, activity level and use of weight loss medication or supplements.
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says temperatures could reach 60 on Wednesday, though there may be some scattered showers in the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says high temperatures will likely be in the 40s and 50s on Tuesday.
After another chilly morning, highs will climb into the 50s on Tuesday, says meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says that if you thought last weekend was nice, things are looking even warmer for the forthcoming weekend.
Last year, athletes at the University of Minnesota reported receiving more than $245,000 in name, image and likeness (NIL) deals. Mike Max reports it's just a taste of what's to come.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says temperatures could reach 60 on Wednesday, though there may be some scattered showers in the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota.
AI is catching on with baseball, which is something many Twins fans learned at Target Field over the weekend through new facial recognition technology. Jeff Wagner explains how it works and who else is using it.
An Oakdale family needs help finding the driver who hit their son while walking to school.
Robbinsdale Area Schools is facing a significant financial challenge, with the district set to lay off more than 180 employees to address an approximate $21 million budget shortfall.