Airports Seeing Rise In Security Screeners Calling Off Work
The federal agency tasked with guaranteeing U.S. airport security acknowledged an increase in the number of its employees calling off work during the partial government shutdown .
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Schumer Calls Airport Screening Lapses 'Highly Concerning'
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer says continued lapses in airport screening procedures are "highly concerning and a major threat we must neutralize."
TSA Worker Fired After Missing Loaded Gun In Bag At Airport
A Transportation Security Administration screener has been fired after authorities say she missed a loaded handgun in a passenger's carry-on bag at Atlanta's airport.
Schumer Decries Possible Cuts To TSA, Coast Guard
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer is criticizing President Donald Trump over proposed cuts to the Transportation Security Administration and Coast Guard that the New York Democrat says would put New York at risk.
Artifact From 9/11 Attacks To Be Displayed At Albany Airport
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — An artifact from the 9/11 attacks 15 years ago has been given to Albany International Airport and will be put on permanent display.
Flight Attendant Accused of Trying to Smuggle Cocaine
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A JetBlue flight attendant accused of using her credentials to attempt to get 70 pounds of cocaine through airport security in Los Angeles before flinging off her heels and fleeing, has been arrested in New York, authorities said.
Gun Collection Increases at Charlotte Airport
The collection of guns at one airport is increasing.
How Much Money Did People Leave in Airports Last Year?
If people need financial relief from rising flight costs, the Transportation Security Administration can probably help.
Handgun Found in Woman's Purse at Buffalo Niagara International Airport
A pink gun in a purse caused a stir at one New York airport yesterday.