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Avelo Airlines Ends Controversial Flights

January 7, 2026

Avelo Airlines has decided to stop its deportation flights for the Trump administration. This move comes after the company found the program too complicated and expensive. The airline will close its base in Mesa, Arizona, and leave the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) charter program. This dec

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Alaska Airlines Takes Off with a Big Boeing Order

January 7, 2026

Alaska Airlines is making a big move. They just ordered 110 new planes from Boeing. This is a huge deal for them. It shows they are serious about growing. They want to fly to more places, both in the U. S. and around the world. The deal includes five 787 Dreamliners. These are big planes for long t

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Flights Back in the Air After Venezuela Turmoil

January 4, 2026

Travelers in the Caribbean got a break on Sunday. Airlines rushed to add extra flights after the U. S. lifted restrictions on airspace. These restrictions were put in place after a U. S. attack in Venezuela the day before. The restrictions caused a big mess. Hundreds of flights were canceled on Sat

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Snowy Surprise: New York City's Weekend Whiteout

December 27, 2025

New York City saw a snowfall that was not as heavy as predicted but still made a big impact. By 7 a. m. , Central Park had 4. 3 inches of snow, the most since January 2022. The storm was strongest on Friday night and slowly calmed down by Saturday morning. The city was covered in snow. People had t

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Roanoke's Sky Link to Dallas: A 2026 Promise

December 19, 2025

Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is set to expand its horizons with nonstop flights to Dallas in 2026. This move aims to boost connectivity and convenience for travelers. The new route is part of a broader strategy to enhance the airport's role in the region. Air travel has always been a key fac

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Flights Grounded: Airlines Pull Out of Venezuela Amid Safety Fears

November 23, 2025

Airlines are pulling out of Venezuela, one after another. Gol, Avianca, and TAP Air Portugal all stopped their flights from Caracas. This happened right after the U. S. warned about flying over the country. The U. S. said the situation was getting dangerous, with more military action and risks for p

lifestyle

Local News Roundup: Budget Cuts, Business Changes, and Space Adventures

May 16, 2025

San Luis Obispo County is in a tight spot. The county is looking at some serious budget cuts. This means some important programs, like homeless services, might take a hit. Why? Because state and federal funding has dropped. Local leaders are hoping that community partners can step in to help keep th

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Airline Turbulence: Trade Wars and Travel Trends

April 24, 2025

The airline industry is facing a rough patch. Southwest Airlines has joined Delta and United in pulling back its financial predictions. Why? The trade tensions sparked by the previous US president have created a lot of uncertainty. This is the biggest challenge the industry has faced since the COVID

politics

A Legal Tug of War Over Deportation Flights

April 19, 2025

A recent decision by a panel of judges in the D. C. Circuit Court of Appeals has put a temporary stop to an investigation into whether the Trump administration broke the law by not turning around two flights of alleged Venezuelan gang members. These flights were sent to a notorious prison in El Salv

politics

Judicial Pushback: Trump's Deportation Orders Face Legal Scrutiny

April 16, 2025

A federal judge has taken a significant step in a case involving the Trump administration's deportation policies. Judge James Boasberg has found enough evidence to consider holding Trump officials in contempt of court. This is a big deal because it's rare for judges to take such a step against the e