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Americans traveling for the Memorial Day holiday may encounter a rush at airports and roads across the nation. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook breaks down the historic numbers expected as summer travel season begins.
645,000 poppies are hanging up on the USAA Wall of Honor at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., this Memorial Day weekend to honor the more than 645,000 American service members who've died since World War I. Retired Maj. Gen. John Richardson, senior vice president and head of military affairs for USAA, joined CBS News to discuss the wall.
Traveling this weekend? Millions of Americans will be on the roads and at the airport in what the Federal Aviation Administration is expecting to be the busiest Memorial Day weekend of travel in 14 years. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Memorial Day travel is already underway for many Americans. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave details the fluctuating costs of vacationing this year.
Compared to last year's Memorial Day, the overall cost of travel is actually down slightly, but vacationing in 2024 still costs 15% more than before the pandemic. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
The TSA expects nearly 3 million passengers on Friday to kick off Memorial Day weekend. But with the return of post-pandemic travel, a new trend has emerged — more Americans than ever are bringing guns to the airport. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga has been looking into the story.
People planning a road trip or catching a flight for the 2024 Memorial Day weekend may be joined by almost 44 million other travelers.
CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has a special look at how the airlines are planning to handle the 2024 summer rush with millions of people predicted to fly for this weekend's Memorial Day holiday.
AAA is expecting a nearly 5% bump in airline travel and a 4% increase in drivers this Memorial Day weekend.
Tens of millions of Americans are gearing up for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. Nearly 50 million people are expected to travel 50 miles or more this year, making it the busiest Memorial Day weekend in almost 20 years, according to AAA. Kris Van Cleave has more.
AAA expects a record number of drivers for Memorial Day weekend and airlines anticipate a potential record number of flyers as 43.8 million people are projected to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday.
Those looking to satisfy their sweet tooths might love New Hampshire's Ice Cream Trail. The challenge? Visit all 42 ice cream shops on the trail between Memorial Day and October. Dana Jacobson has more.
Stocking up on hot dogs and hamburgers for a Fourth of July cookout? Chef Dale Talde, host of Tastemade's digital series "All Up In My Grill," has ideas for how to throw the best barbecue possible without breaking the bank.
Nine people, including a one-year-old, were wounded in a shooting in Hollywood Beach, Florida, on Memorial Day. Two people are in custody and police are still looking to identify three others in connection with the shooting. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.
Police are searching for information about two more individuals in connection to the Memorial Day mass shooting in Hollywood, Florida, after one person was taken into custody. The shooting wounded nine people on a crowded beachside promenade. Several of the victims are minors. CBS News Miami reporter Ted Scouten has more.
Nine people were injured when gunfire erupted near a beach in Hollywood, Florida, on Memorial Day. Video shows people ducking and running for cover along the crowded beach. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest on the police investigation.
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The musicians of Linton Hall School's Fife & Drum Corps, some as young as 6 years old, honored veterans at Dulles International Airport outside Washington, D.C., continuing a tradition that goes back to the American Revolution.
Linton Hall School's Fife & Drum Corps, made up of musicians as young as 6, greeted veterans on Memorial Day at Dulles Airport in Washington, D.C., carrying on a tradition that goes back to the American Revolution. Jan Crawford reports.
This Memorial Day travel weekend was a busy one, with more than 42 million Americans traveling by plane, train or automobile. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave and CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg have more.
It's not too late to take advantage of some Memorial Day deals, including bargains on household items or summer styles. Ignacia Fulcher, supervising editor for the Deals team at Wirecutter, joins CBS News with more on where to find the best discounts.
President Biden attended a Memorial Day commemoration at Arlington National Cemetery and paid tribute to service members who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect the nation. Watch his full remarks.
President Biden went to Arlington National Cemetery to laud the sacrifice of generations of U.S. troops who died fighting for their country.
President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin attended a wreath-laying ceremony to honor America's fallen service members at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day.
Vice President Kamala Harris made history Saturday by becoming the first woman to give the commencement address at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
President Biden addressed the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Longtime political operative Susie Wiles is known as a formidable, behind-the-scenes force.
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
Following the 2024 presidential election results, President Biden has invited President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the transition of power.
President Biden said earlier this year he would not pardon his son or commute a potential prison sentence.
Driven by powerful Santa Ana winds, the Mountain Fire in Ventura County forced more than 10,000 people to flee their homes as it exploded by thousands of acres, injuring people and destroying homes in its path. It has burned nearly 20,000 acres.
Giuliani got a tongue lashing Thursday in federal court after missing a deadline to turn over valuables to two election workers he defamed. He owes the women $148 million in damages.
Control of the House is in limbo as votes continue to be tallied.
The Federal Reserve said it is cutting rates by 0.25 percentage points, its second rate cut of the year.
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
President Biden said earlier this year he would not pardon his son or commute a potential prison sentence.
Suzanne Simpson went missing in San Antonio on Oct. 6 and has not been found.
The FBI said it was aware of "the offensive and racist text messages sent to individuals around the country."
Longtime political operative Susie Wiles is known as a formidable, behind-the-scenes force.
Canada previously banned TikTok from government-issued mobile devices. TikTok has offices in Toronto and Vancouver.
The largest private prison companies in the U.S. stand to benefit from Trump's vow to increase deportations.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.
Scammers impersonating as companies or recruiters try to trick people into giving money or personal information.
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.
Following the 2024 presidential election results, President Biden has invited President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the transition of power.
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
President Biden said earlier this year he would not pardon his son or commute a potential prison sentence.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed conceded the mayoral race to Daniel Lurie Thursday afternoon with a social media post that congratulated her competitor.
Longtime political operative Susie Wiles is known as a formidable, behind-the-scenes force.
More than half a million smart electric space heaters recalled after 113 reports of overheating, federal agency says.
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs.
From a favored candidate's loss to navigating conversations with family members who voted differently, here's how to manage your mental health after a tumultuous election — and resources if you need additional support.
Canada previously banned TikTok from government-issued mobile devices. TikTok has offices in Toronto and Vancouver.
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
Victims thought to be female were male and not related to one another, showing "the story that was long spun around these individuals" was wrong, researchers said.
After an election seen as a referendum on women's rights, some women are swearing to abide by South Korea's 4B movement.
German authorities have arrested an American man they say tried to pass intelligence to China after working as a civilian contractor for the U.S. military.
Argentinian investigators have arrested three people in connection with the death of former One Direction bandmember Liam Payne, who fell from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires last month. An autopsy found that Payne had cocaine, alcohol and a prescription antidepressants in his system.
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" has topped the Billboard Hot 100 and is redefining genres, mixing country with hip-hop in a way that's resonating with fans.
"Yellowstone" star Luke Grimes spoke to "CBS Mornings" about what to expect as the beloved show nears its end and what's next for him.
In an exclusive interview with Gayle King, country music's breakout star Shaboozey opens up about his signature look and the success of "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" which now tops the Billboard Hot 100. He reflects on a year that includes TIME 100 recognition and CMA nominations.
"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it," says Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanse.
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Victims thought to be female were male and not related to one another, showing "the story that was long spun around these individuals" was wrong, researchers said.
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
Suzanne Simpson went missing in San Antonio on Oct. 6 and has not been found.
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
Three women were shot during an argument over the 2024 elections, Miami Police tells CBS News. A suspect is not in custody. Morgan Rynor has the latest.
A military judge ruled that the plea agreements struck for alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a defense official confirmed. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more from the Pentagon.
The gruesome discovery in the city of Chilpancingo comes just weeks after the city's mayor was murdered and decapitated.
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
For Americans celebrating the results of the presidential election, or those who were left discouraged, it's too soon for big thoughts like how to bridge the political divide in the U.S. But that is not the case for one man in particular. Jim Axelrod has more.
Forty-three rhesus monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center in South Carolina Wednesday after a caretaker accidentally left a door unsecured, the company's CEO told CBS News. The monkeys are not aggressive and pose no public health risk, the CEO said. They are believed to be in the woods near the facility. Dave Malkoff has the latest.
The Federal Reserve on Thursday lowered its benchmark borrowing rate by 0.25 percentage points. Kelly O'Grady examines what the move could mean for Americans' pocketbooks.
President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House puts him in a position to influence the make-up of the Supreme Court and the effects could be felt for decades. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explains.
Hillary Clinton attempted to shatter the highest glass ceiling in U.S. politics and went up against now-President-elect Donald Trump in 2016. CBS News deputy director of elections and data analytics Kabir Khanna compares her performance with Vice President Kamala Harris' run in 2024.