David Schaper
Stories
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National
Cramped Legroom On Flights Unlikely To Change, Despite Congressional Mandate
Frequent flyers have often complained of shrinking legroom on flights. Now Congress has ordered the FAA to establish minimum seat widths and pitch — but that's unlikely to result in more space.
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Business
Bankruptcy Protection May Be Sears Last Chance For Survival
Once a dominant retail chain, Sears has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company has been struggling for several years, drowning in debt.
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National
Wreckage Left By Hurricane Michael Slows Relief Efforts
Government and nonprofit agencies work in advance of storms to create distribution networks for critical aid, but the category 4 storm damaged key communications and transportation infrastructure.
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National
FAA Bill May Provide Relief To Air Travelers In Cramped Seats
The U.S. Senate passed a bill Wednesday reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration. The bill has a number of provisions that would make flying more comfortable for travelers.
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National
More Than 30,000 Steelworkers Threatening To Strike Across The U.S.
More than 30,000 union steelworkers have voted overwhelming to authorize a strike, while negotiations continue with ArcelorMittal and U.S. Steel.
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National
Boeing Calls Back Retired Workers To Help Keep Up With Supply Chain
Unfinished 737s are stacking up on the tarmac outside of a Boeing plant near Seattle as the supply chain struggles to keep up with demand. The company is calling back retired workers to help finish putting the planes together.
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National
Hurricane Prep Challenges Transportation Networks
The coming hurricane has left gas stations without fuel and stores running low on essentials, while hundreds of flights have been canceled.
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Political Shocker: Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Won't Seek Re-Election
Emanuel's decision comes as the trial of a police officer charged with the murder of a black teenager is about to begin, and as his city struggles with violent crime and a mountain of pension debt.