TSA officers to receive $10,000 bonus post-government shutdown, DHS says
Read full article: TSA officers to receive $10,000 bonus post-government shutdown, DHS saysTransportation Security Administration (TSA) officers who displayed “exemplary service” during the government shutdown will receive a $10,000 bonus in appreciation for their work, according to a statement from United States Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) Kristi Noem.
Lawsuit challenges TSA's ban on transgender officers conducting pat-downs
Read full article: Lawsuit challenges TSA's ban on transgender officers conducting pat-downsA Virginia transportation security officer is accusing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security of sex discrimination over a policy barring transgender officers from performing security pat-downs.
Texas airports see major delays, long security lines as government shutdown continues
Read full article: Texas airports see major delays, long security lines as government shutdown continuesAirports across the country have experienced shortages of air traffic controllers and security workers, who have gone weeks without pay amid the shutdown.
Multiple Texas airports are refusing to play video from DHS’ Noem blaming Democrats for government shutdown
Read full article: Multiple Texas airports are refusing to play video from DHS’ Noem blaming Democrats for government shutdownOfficials from Dallas’ two major airports said the video runs afoul of their policies that prohibit political advertising.
Some airports refuse to play Noem video on shutdown impact, saying it's political
Read full article: Some airports refuse to play Noem video on shutdown impact, saying it's politicalAirports around the country are saying they won’t play a video with a message from Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown and its impacts on operations to screen travelers.
Sha'Carri Richardson addresses domestic violence arrest and apologizes to Christian Coleman
Read full article: Sha'Carri Richardson addresses domestic violence arrest and apologizes to Christian ColemanSprinter Sha’Carri Richardson has addressed her recent domestic violence arrest in a social media post and apologized to her boyfriend Christian Coleman.
New airport scanners are better at spotting liquid explosives, but many airports lack them
Read full article: New airport scanners are better at spotting liquid explosives, but many airports lack themNewer airport screening machines that operate like medical CT scanners are better at spotting liquid explosives, but many airports still lack that expensive equipment.
After years of tough rules on liquids and footwear, US air travel may be on the cusp of a new era
Read full article: After years of tough rules on liquids and footwear, US air travel may be on the cusp of a new eraHomeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has hinted at possible changes to TSA's liquid restrictions.
TSA may no longer require all passengers to remove their shoes at the airport during security screenings
Read full article: TSA may no longer require all passengers to remove their shoes at the airport during security screeningsFor the first time in almost 20 years, travelers no longer have to take off their shoes during security screenings at certain U.S. airports.
San Antonio International Airport joins TSA’s military travel initiative
Read full article: San Antonio International Airport joins TSA’s military travel initiativeSan Antonio International Airport is now one of 10 airports nationwide offering the Transportation Security Administration’s “Serve with Honor, Travel with Ease” initiative.
TSA finds 3 firearms in 3 days in carry-on luggage at San Antonio International Airport
Read full article: TSA finds 3 firearms in 3 days in carry-on luggage at San Antonio International AirportThree firearms were found in carry-on luggage at the San Antonio International Airport in three days, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Man found with a live turtle concealed in his pants by TSA at a New Jersey airport
Read full article: Man found with a live turtle concealed in his pants by TSA at a New Jersey airportAuthorities say a man passing through security at a New Jersey airport was found to have a live turtle concealed in his pants.
Homeland Security ends TSA collective bargaining agreement, in effort to dismantle union protections
Read full article: Homeland Security ends TSA collective bargaining agreement, in effort to dismantle union protectionsA union representing Transportation Security Administration workers calls the Department of Homeland Security's decision to end the collective bargaining agreement with them an “unprovoked attack.”.
San Antonio International Airport sees slight drop in firearm interceptions in 2024, TSA says
Read full article: San Antonio International Airport sees slight drop in firearm interceptions in 2024, TSA saysThe number of firearms intercepted at San Antonio International Airport dropped slightly in 2024 compared to the year before.
Another unticketed passenger attempts to stow away on a Delta flight this holiday season
Read full article: Another unticketed passenger attempts to stow away on a Delta flight this holiday seasonIn the thick of holiday travel, another unticketed passenger attempted to stow away on a Delta Air Lines flight.
Travel tips for navigating through San Antonio International Airport this holiday season
Read full article: Travel tips for navigating through San Antonio International Airport this holiday seasonThe San Antonio International Airport expects the Christmas travel season could be even busier than the Thanksgiving rush.
Travelers who waited to make Thanksgiving trips are hitting the biggest crowds so far
Read full article: Travelers who waited to make Thanksgiving trips are hitting the biggest crowds so farThe last-minute Thanksgiving travelers are packing their cars and carry-on bags to hit the nation's highways and airports.
Travelers are getting a head start on the long Labor Day weekend
Read full article: Travelers are getting a head start on the long Labor Day weekendAirports, highways, beaches and theme parks are expected to be packed across the U.S. this Labor Day weekend as a lot Americans mark the unofficial end of summer the same way they celebrated the season’s unofficial start: by traveling.
More than 3 million pass through US airport security in a day for the first time as travel surges
Read full article: More than 3 million pass through US airport security in a day for the first time as travel surgesAgents for the U.S. Transportation Security Administration on Sunday screened 3 million airline passengers in a single day for the first time ever.
The July 4th holiday rush is on. TSA expects to screen a record number of travelers this weekend
Read full article: The July 4th holiday rush is on. TSA expects to screen a record number of travelers this weekendA long Fourth of July holiday weekend in the United States is expected to create new travel records.
San Antonio International Airport reports ‘record-breaking’ summer for passengers
Read full article: San Antonio International Airport reports ‘record-breaking’ summer for passengersThe Transportation Security Administration and the San Antonio International Airport are both reporting a high volume of summer travelers.
Friday's preholiday travel breaks the record for the most airline travelers screened at US airports
Read full article: Friday's preholiday travel breaks the record for the most airline travelers screened at US airportsA record was broken ahead of the Memorial Day weekend for the number of airline travelers screened at U.S. airports.
Senators want limits on the government's use of facial recognition technology for airport screening
Read full article: Senators want limits on the government's use of facial recognition technology for airport screeningA bipartisan group of senators wants restrictions on the use of facial recognition technology by the Transportation Security Administration.
Migrants lacking passports must now submit to facial recognition to board flights in US
Read full article: Migrants lacking passports must now submit to facial recognition to board flights in USThe U.S. government has started requiring migrants without passports to submit to facial recognition technology to take domestic flights under a change that prompted confusion this week among immigrants and advocacy groups in Texas.
San Antonio International Airport one of many in Texas using biometric facial recognition
Read full article: San Antonio International Airport one of many in Texas using biometric facial recognitionSpokeo looked at which airports are using facial recognition software in Texas for security screenings, according to Customs and Border Protection.
San Antonio airport shares tips for spring break travelers
Read full article: San Antonio airport shares tips for spring break travelersOfficials at the San Antonio International Airport say they’re expecting a record-breaking spring break travel season with more than 340,000 travelers flying in and out of the Alamo City between March 8 and 12.
TSA unveils passenger self-screening lanes at Vegas airport as 'a step into the future'
Read full article: TSA unveils passenger self-screening lanes at Vegas airport as 'a step into the future'Federal airport security officials have unveiled a prototype passenger self-screening system at busy Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas but say they do not plan to use it in other cities around the country.
Officials tout Super Bowl plans to crimp counterfeiting, ground drones, curb human trafficking
Read full article: Officials tout Super Bowl plans to crimp counterfeiting, ground drones, curb human traffickingFederal and local officials say they're taking steps to crimp counterfeiting, ground drones and curb human trafficking during Super Bowl week in Las Vegas.
Busiest holiday travel season in years is off to a smooth start with few airport delays
Read full article: Busiest holiday travel season in years is off to a smooth start with few airport delaysThe holiday travel rush is hitting its peak as mild weather and lower flight cancelation rates raise hopes for merrier drivers and airline passengers than last year.
A passenger hid bullets in a baby diaper at New York's LaGuardia Airport. TSA officers caught him
Read full article: A passenger hid bullets in a baby diaper at New York's LaGuardia Airport. TSA officers caught himThe Transportation Security Administration says security officers found 17 bullets concealed inside a disposable baby diaper at New York’s LaGuardia Airport.
US airports saw record passenger volumes, but fewer headaches, over Thanksgiving weekend
Read full article: US airports saw record passenger volumes, but fewer headaches, over Thanksgiving weekendA record number of passengers traveled through U.S. airports over Thanksgiving weekend, the Transportation Security Administration said Monday.
Not again. Federal workers who've weathered past government shutdowns brace for yet another ordeal
Read full article: Not again. Federal workers who've weathered past government shutdowns brace for yet another ordealAcross the country, federal workers still stung by memories of past government shutdowns are bracing for the possibility of another extended closure.
Video shows TSA agents allegedly stealing from passengers at security checkpoints
Read full article: Video shows TSA agents allegedly stealing from passengers at security checkpointsA newly released video from the Miami International Airport appears to show Transportation Security Administration agents stealing from travelers who are going through security checkpoints.
TSA is testing facial recognition at more airports, raising privacy concerns
Read full article: TSA is testing facial recognition at more airports, raising privacy concernsThe agency tasked with securing America's airports is testing the use of facial recognition technology at a number of airports across the country.
Power outage blacks out terminals at Los Angeles airport
Read full article: Power outage blacks out terminals at Los Angeles airportPower was briefly knocked out at Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday afternoon, leaving many passengers at one of the world’s busiest airports in the dark and halting security checks.
TSA intercepts record number of firearms at San Antonio airport
Read full article: TSA intercepts record number of firearms at San Antonio airportTransportation Security Administration officers intercepted a record amount of firearms from passengers nationally in 2022, and San Antonio International Airport was no different.
TSA finds large weapon inside checked luggage at San Antonio International Airport
Read full article: TSA finds large weapon inside checked luggage at San Antonio International AirportThe Transportation Security Administration found an 84 mm-caliber weapon in checked luggage at the San Antonio International Airport on Monday afternoon.
Thanksgiving travel rush in full swing, expected to carry through weekend
Read full article: Thanksgiving travel rush in full swing, expected to carry through weekendNationwide, the Transportation Security Administration said they expect to screen as many as 2.5 million people. It would be a new high since the coronavirus pandemic.
Judge Speedlin Gonzalez pays $2,475 fine for loaded gun incident at San Antonio International Airport
Read full article: Judge Speedlin Gonzalez pays $2,475 fine for loaded gun incident at San Antonio International AirportBexar County Court 13 Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez on Friday paid a $2,475 civil penalty, weeks after a loaded gun was found in her carry-on luggage at San Antonio International Airport.
City of San Antonio shares safety tips for travelers this Labor Day weekend
Read full article: City of San Antonio shares safety tips for travelers this Labor Day weekendThe holiday weekend is quickly approaching, and the City of San Antonio is helping the public prepare for a stress-free travel experience by sharing a few tips!
San Antonio travelers rejoice after judge strikes down federal mask mandate on public transportation
Read full article: San Antonio travelers rejoice after judge strikes down federal mask mandate on public transportationSan Antonio travelers are rejoicing after a federal judge voided a nationwide mask mandate.
CDC extends travel mask requirement to May 3 as COVID rises
Read full article: CDC extends travel mask requirement to May 3 as COVID risesThe Biden administration has announced it will extend through May 3 the nationwide mask requirement for airplanes and public transit as it monitors an uptick in COVID-19 cases.
US extends mask rule for travel while weighing new approach
Read full article: US extends mask rule for travel while weighing new approachFederal 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.
TSA officer saves infant who stopped breathing at airport
Read full article: TSA officer saves infant who stopped breathing at airportNewly released video shows a security officer leaping over conveyor belt rollers and saving a 2-month-old boy who stopped breathing at a New Jersey airport security checkpoint.
Atlanta airport checkpoint chaos: Man grabs gun, it goes off
Read full article: Atlanta airport checkpoint chaos: Man grabs gun, it goes offAuthorities say a passenger awaiting a bag search at the Atlanta airport’s main security checkpoint reached in the bag and grabbed a firearm, and it went off, causing chaos among travelers.
Thanksgiving air travel to rebound to 2019 levels, TSA says
Read full article: Thanksgiving air travel to rebound to 2019 levels, TSA saysThe number of airline passengers traveling for Thanksgiving this year is expected to rebound to pre-coronavirus pandemic levels, but the Transportation Security Administration says it is ready to handle the surge.
San Antonio International Airport gears up for travel surge this holiday season
Read full article: San Antonio International Airport gears up for travel surge this holiday seasonSan Antonio International Airport and the Transportation Security Administration are gearing up for a busy holiday travel season.
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A dog’s life: TSA Explosive Detection Canines are trained in San Antonio
Read full article: A dog’s life: TSA Explosive Detection Canines are trained in San AntonioSome of the most important security missions across mass transportation systems including the San Antonio International Airport are in the hands, or paws of canines.
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Travel stocks slump, with airlines, cruises, hotels tumble
Read full article: Travel stocks slump, with airlines, cruises, hotels tumbleAir travel in the United States hit another pandemic-era record over the weekend as vacationers jammed airports, but shares of airlines, cruise lines, hotels and almost anything else related to travel are tumbling on growing concerns about highly contagious variants of coronavirus.
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Travel rebound: 2 million people go through US airports
Read full article: Travel rebound: 2 million people go through US airportsThe airline industry’s recovery from the pandemic passed a milestone as more than 2 million people streamed through U.S. airport security checkpoints on Friday for the first time since early March 2020.
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Southwest, American airlines delay alcohol service after recent ‘deeply disturbing situations’
Read full article: Southwest, American airlines delay alcohol service after recent ‘deeply disturbing situations’American Airlines has joined Southwest Airlines in delaying alcohol service on flights due to recent incidents involving unruly passengers.
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Hack prompts new security regulations for US pipelines
Read full article: Hack prompts new security regulations for US pipelinesThe federal government will issue cybersecurity regulations in the coming days for U.S. pipeline operators following a ransomware attack that led to fuel shortages across much of the Eastern Seaboard.
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US air travel rises to highest levels yet since pandemic hit
Read full article: US air travel rises to highest levels yet since pandemic hit(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)Across the United States, air travel is recovering more quickly from the depths of the pandemic, and it is showing up in longer airport security lines and busier traffic on airline websites. "Our last three weeks have been the best three weeks since the pandemic hit, and each week has been better than the one prior,” American Airlines CEO Doug Parker said Monday. However, the airlines still have far to go before travel fully returns to pre-pandemic levels. Since the pandemic hit, air travel has picked up a few times — mostly around holidays — only to drop back down. The airline said people are booking leisure trips to beach and mountain destinations but business travel is still lagging.
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The Latest: All Duke University undergrads must quarantine
Read full article: The Latest: All Duke University undergrads must quarantine(AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)DURHAM, N.C. -- Duke University issued a quarantine order for all of its undergraduates effective Saturday night due to a coronavirus outbreak caused by students who attended recruitment parties, the school said. The university said in a statement that all undergraduate students will be forced to stay-in-place until at least March 21. Suspension or dismissal from the school are potential punishments for “flagrant or repeat violators.”Over the past week, the school has reported more than 180 positive coronavirus cases among students. AdItaly has now tallied some 3.2 million cases in the pandemic. The COVAX alliance aims to share COVID-19 vaccines with more than 90 lower and middle-income nations.
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TSA enforcing face masks for all public transportation passengers until May
Read full article: TSA enforcing face masks for all public transportation passengers until May(AP Photo/Matt Dunham)The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has implemented a new policy regarding the use of face masks. Starting Tuesday all travelers are required to wear face masks while in airports, bus and rail stations, as well as while on passenger aircraft, public transportation, passenger railroads, and over-the-road buses operating on scheduled fixed-routes. The requirement is expected to remain in effect until May 11, according to TSA officials. “TSA will fully comply with the President’s Executive Orders, CDC guidance and the DHS National Emergency determination to ensure healthy and secure travel across all transportation sectors. AdVisit TSA.gov for more information about face mask requirements.
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