More than 12K COVID-19 deaths reported in US over past week as hospitalizations surpass 98K
According to data from The COVID Tracking Project and Johns Hopkins University, the U.S. saw over 12,000 new deaths due to COVID-19 between Nov. 22 and Nov. 30 and more than 12,000 new hospitalizations.
Holiday air travel surges despite dire health warnings
Nearly 1.2 million people passed through U.S. airports Sunday, the greatest number since the pandemic gripped the country in March, despite pleas from health experts for Americans to stay home over Thanksgiving.
TSA on Wednesday screened the highest number of travelers in one day since the pandemic began
While the overall number of travelers is still down, the TSA still reported a massive spike in the number of people passing through airports.
Denver mayor encouraged virtual Thanksgiving before flying to Mississippi for holiday
Despite his own warnings about traveling over the Thanksgiving holiday, Denver Mayor Michael Hancock reportedly boarded a plane to Houston Wednesday, as the Colorado capital sees a record spike in coronavirus cases.
Pandemic gave locals fleeting taste of a tourist-free Hawaii
Tourist-reliant Hawaii has now eased the restrictions imposed in March, allowing visitors to produce a negative COVID-19 test to avoid the quarantine.
Despite travel warnings, many are flying this Thanksgiving holiday
SFO expects to see about 20,000 travelers per day this holiday a week. In the past, SFO would have 80,000 Thanksgiving travelers in one day.
Qantas airline plans to require coronavirus vaccine for international travel, CEO says
In a world first, Qantas Airways will likely require passengers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus for future international travel, the CEO announced.
Travelers to Los Angeles will have to sign quarantine form starting Wednesday
Travelers coming through Los Angeles International and Van Nuys airports and Union Station beginning Wednesday will be required to sign a form acknowledging California's recommended 14-day self-quarantine in response to rising coronavirus rates.
Bay Area airports brace for slight uptick in traffic
Elissa Harrington reports.
CDC updates coronavirus Thanksgiving guidance, urges against travel
The CDC on Thursday warned against traveling to visit relatives and friends this Thanksgiving and holiday season.
Delta Air Lines middle seat blocking extended through March 2021
Delta will continue to provide more space for customers as the only U.S. airline blocking middle seats for flights departing now through March 30, 2021.
FAA clears Boeing 737 Max to fly again after deadly 2018, 2019 crashes
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has cleared Boeing’s 737 Max for flight after nearly two years and a pair of deadly crashes.
Should I stay or should I go? COVID-19 impacting holiday travel plans
Planes, trains, and automobiles that are usually packed with holiday travelers are not expected to be so full this year.
COVID-19 impact on holiday travel
Greg Liggins reports
Southwest begins flights to Palm Springs
Southwest flights to Palm Springs begin today from Oakland and other airports.
Costco selling $17.5K private jet membership that lasts 1 year
Although the $17,499.99 membership is quite a hefty fee, it also comes with a $3,500 Costco Shop Card and $4,000 worth of flight credit.
West Coast governors issue travel advisories ahead of Thanksgiving holiday
The travel advisories also urge against non-essential out-of-state travel and encourage residents to stay local.
Cruise ship ends Caribbean voyage early due to COVID-19
The SeaDream, carrying 66 crew and more than 50 passengers, ended its trip early when at least five passengers tested positive.
Compromised COVID test ruins woman’s Hawaiian vacation
A Bay Area woman's vacation was ruined by a compromised COVID-19 test. She flew to Hawaii and back immediately because she would have had to quarantine.
Zoom Thanksgiving? Holiday travel is not essential travel, says public health officers
"Holiday travel is not essential travel and in some ways, you can show your love for your family and friends by not gathering this year because when you do, you put them at risk," said Dr. Matt Willis.