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Americans set another pandemic-era record for air travel

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Americans set another pandemic-era record for air travel

Local News

Travel anxiety has some hesitant to book trips post COVID pandemic

The urge to go on vacation is strong, but so are the concerns about traveling.
Traffic

Nighttime lane closures on I-80 near West Des Moines start May 16

The Iowa Department of Transportation says the closures will happen nightly through Dec. 2, weather permitting.
Coronavirus

COVID home tests accepted for international flights to US, CDC says

A self-test for COVID-19 before traveling back to the U.S. must include use of a telehealth service.
Nation World

Passengers who flouted mask rules face thousands in fines, FAA says

The FAA announced a total of more than $67,000 in new fines against some passengers, including three who didn't follow mask mandates and other rules.
Nation World

Take a look: New bridge in Portugal not for faint-hearted, kids under 6 prohibited

The Arouca Bridge offers a nearly 1,700-foot walk across its span, with its metal walkway suspended from cables and wide enough for two people.
Nation World

'Cops aren't going to do anything to me': Passenger detained after reportedly attacking flight crew

An American Airlines passenger on Sunday reportedly attacked two flight attendants after her garbage was not picked up.
Local News

Electric vehicle chargers now available at I-80 Truckstop in Walcott

The Iowa 80 Truckstop in Walcott now has two DC fast ChargePoint stations. Any brand of electric vehicle can reach about 80% charge in 20-30 minutes.
Nation World

Flight to Hawaii lands with extra passenger on board, thanks to a doctor and 3 nurses

Part of the ordeal was even captured on a viral TikTok post. Passengers cheered when the captain announced the birth of a baby boy.
Nation World

TSA extends face mask requirement until September

The mandate was set to expire on May 11, but will now last until at least Sept. 13.
Travel

Thousands of drivers have been helped by Iowa DOT's 'Highway Helper' program

Almost 800 crashes over a three-year period were near or caused by a stalled or abandoned car on an Iowa road.
Nation World

Passengers who drank own alcohol, disrupted flights face hefty FAA fines

The FAA enacted a zero-tolerance policy this year after multiple incidents where passengers confronted flight attendants.

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Local 5 - weareiowa.com | Des Moines Local News & Weather | Des Moines, Iowa

Americans set another pandemic-era record for air travel

Travel anxiety has some hesitant to book trips post COVID pandemic

Nighttime lane closures on I-80 near West Des Moines start May 16

COVID home tests accepted for international flights to US, CDC says

Passengers who flouted mask rules face thousands in fines, FAA says

Take a look: New bridge in Portugal not for faint-hearted, kids under 6 prohibited

'Cops aren't going to do anything to me': Passenger detained after reportedly attacking flight crew

Electric vehicle chargers now available at I-80 Truckstop in Walcott

Flight to Hawaii lands with extra passenger on board, thanks to a doctor and 3 nurses

TSA extends face mask requirement until September

Thousands of drivers have been helped by Iowa DOT's 'Highway Helper' program

Passengers who drank own alcohol, disrupted flights face hefty FAA fines

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