SpaceX completes historic 'catch' at Texas base after Starship returns to Earth

SpaceX successfully completed a historic "catch" as its Starship returned to the South Texas base Saturday after blasting off from the same spot Friday evening.

Gophers flying to Penn State after nationwide ground stop
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The nationwide ground stop won't keep the Minnesota Golden Gophers football team from flying to Penn State for Saturday night's game. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has the latest details. 

MSP Airport flights recovering after nationwide ground stop
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Travelers are trying to get back on track after a nationwide ground stop halted many flights until the issue was resolved. FOX 9's Emil Pofahl has the latest from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

Nationwide ground stop lifted Friday evening
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A nationwide ground stoppage by the FAA that lasted for hours and altered thousands of travel plans has been lifted, though officials say to expect lingering delays. FOX 9 has the latest from the Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) International Airport.

White House: Nationwide ground stop lifted
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The FAA has reopened American airspace on Friday night after a nationwide ground stop. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy said aging equipment and overloaded routers caused issues with the air traffic control network. Meanwhile, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said it does not appear that a cyberattack or rouge AI interfered with the network.

Airlines issue travel waivers during national ground stop

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a nationwide ground stop of flights citing communications problems. As a result, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines have begun issuing travel waivers.

MSP officials offer latest ground stop details
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Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) officials are offering the latest information on flight and airport conditions Friday evening.

Why you should never cancel your own flight during an airline ground stop

Grounded airline passengers across the U.S. are legally entitled to automatic cash refunds if flights are canceled or significantly delayed.

Delta resumes departures after FAA ground stop, warns of slow reset

Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is safely resuming departing flights Friday night after federal aviation officials lifted a nationwide ground stop, though the airline warned it will take time to reset aircraft and crews across its network.

What happened the last time the FAA grounded all departing flights

Friday’s nationwide flight halt follows years of equipment failures, airline tech glitches, staffing shortages and localized emergencies across U.S. aviation.

FAA ground stop: Latest updates from MSP
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Travelers at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and elsewhere across the U.S. are dealing with delays and cancelations as the FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop on Friday. FOX 9 has team coverage with the latest from MSP.

Nationwide ground stop: Pilot offers perspective
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The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop, affecting thousands of flights across the U.S. on Friday. FOX 9 is joined by pilot and Silver Air Private Jets CEO/founder Jason Middleton to gather his perspective on the current situation.

Ground stop flight complications: What to expect
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After the FAA issued a nationwide ground stop on Friday, thousands of people currently traveling are experiencing a “messy night” as they try to get where they are headed. FOX 9 is joined by Gunnar Olson of Thrifty Traveler to learn more about what people can expect in the hours and days ahead.

DHS Secretary on ground stop: ‘Not 9/11’
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A nationwide ground stop is affecting thousands of flights on Friday night, with Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mark Wayne Mullin providing an update saying that he could not repeat enough the situation “isn’t another 9/11” – referencing hijacked planes hitting the Twin Towers in New York City on Sept. 11, 2001, when the last nationwide ground stop was enacted.

Nationwide ground stop: FAA warns of 'extraordinary circumstances'
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The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop, with officials warning of "extraordinary circumstances." Former FOX 9 meteorologist Jennifer McDermed spoke live with the FOX 9 All Day crew from the airport in Monterey, California, with details on the traveler experience. 

Kirk Cousins to start in Vikings-Packers game
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Kirk Cousins will start at quarterback Sunday against the Green Bay Packers, Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed Friday.