FAA cuts flights at 40 airports amid shutdown: What it means for travelers
The government shutdown has entered Day 37 — now the longest in U.S. history — and travelers are feeling the impact. The FAA announced flight reductions at 40 major airports, including MSP, ORD, and DTW, cutting capacity at Minneapolis–St. Paul by 10%. On The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, host Gunnar Olson breaks down what these changes mean for flyers, how to minimize disruptions, and where travel deals might still be hiding amid the chaos.
The government shutdown has entered Day 37 — now the longest in U.S. history — and travelers are feeling the impact. The FAA announced flight reductions at 40 major airports, including MSP, ORD, and DTW, cutting capacity at Minneapolis–St. Paul by 10%. On The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, host Gunnar Olson breaks down what these changes mean for flyers, how to minimize disruptions, and where travel deals might still be hiding amid the chaos.
FAA reducing flights at busy airports: Reaction
The FAA says it will reduce flights at major airports amid the government shutdown that has left air traffic controllers without pay. FOX 9 All Day spoke with Professional Aviation Safety Specialists Vice President Bob Seagrave about the stress airport workers are under.
The FAA says it will reduce flights at major airports amid the government shutdown that has left air traffic controllers without pay. FOX 9 All Day spoke with Professional Aviation Safety Specialists Vice President Bob Seagrave about the stress airport workers are under.
Man collapses in Oval Office during news conference
A drug company executive collapsed in the Oval Office as the White House announced a deal to lower the cost of Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications.
A drug company executive collapsed in the Oval Office as the White House announced a deal to lower the cost of Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications.
GLP-1 price reduction: President Trump announces agreement on drugs
President Trump announced a deal to reduce the prices of GLP-1 weight loss drugs Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound with drug manufactures.
President Trump announced a deal to reduce the prices of GLP-1 weight loss drugs Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound with drug manufactures.
Helping MN families during SNAP funding freeze
Minnesota organizations are teaming up to offer free produce to local families in need, as November SNAP benefits have yet to be released due to the ongoing government shutdown. FOX 9’s Se Kwon has more on the story.
Minnesota organizations are teaming up to offer free produce to local families in need, as November SNAP benefits have yet to be released due to the ongoing government shutdown. FOX 9’s Se Kwon has more on the story.
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland dies at 24
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at age 24, the team announced Thursday morning.
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at age 24, the team announced Thursday morning.
Typhoon kills 114 people in Philippines
A state of emergency has been declared in the Philippines after Typhoon Kalmaegi killed at least 114 people, with even more still missing. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has more on the story.
A state of emergency has been declared in the Philippines after Typhoon Kalmaegi killed at least 114 people, with even more still missing. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has more on the story.
FOX 9 Morning News: Nov. 6, 2025
FOX 9 Morning News on Nov. 6, 2025.
FOX 9 Morning News on Nov. 6, 2025.
MSP Airport set to be impacted by flight reductions
MSP Airport will be impacted if the FAA moves forward with a plan to reduce flights at major airports amid the government shutdown.
MSP Airport will be impacted if the FAA moves forward with a plan to reduce flights at major airports amid the government shutdown.
FAA reducing flights: How will airlines manage it?
If the government shutdown continues, the FAA is planning to reduce flights at major metro airports including MSP. Kyle Potter with Thrifty Traveler takes a look at the impact of these reductions.
If the government shutdown continues, the FAA is planning to reduce flights at major metro airports including MSP. Kyle Potter with Thrifty Traveler takes a look at the impact of these reductions.
FAA to reduce flights amid government shutdown
Air travel delays could get much worse as the FAA is making a reduction in flights across the country in response to the government shutdown. FOX’s Doug Luzader has more on the story.
Air travel delays could get much worse as the FAA is making a reduction in flights across the country in response to the government shutdown. FOX’s Doug Luzader has more on the story.
'Purple Rain' musical makes debut in Minneapolis
The world premiere of the "Purple Rain" musical is debuting in Minneapolis. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the full report.
The world premiere of the "Purple Rain" musical is debuting in Minneapolis. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the full report.
The fate of school referendums in Minnesota
Many school districts across Minnesota turned to voter to ask taxpayers to help fund local schools. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Many school districts across Minnesota turned to voter to ask taxpayers to help fund local schools. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
The new makeup of the Minneapolis City Council
FOX 9's Mike Manzoni breaks down the new Minneapolis City Council post-election.
FOX 9's Mike Manzoni breaks down the new Minneapolis City Council post-election.
Colorectal cancer on the rise in adults under 50
Health experts are warning people to get screened early, as colorectal cancer rates rise in adults under the age of 50. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full report.
Health experts are warning people to get screened early, as colorectal cancer rates rise in adults under the age of 50. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full report.
St. Paul boxer looks to appeal referee decision in latest fight
Slink Proper, a professional boxer from St. Paul, feels robbed after a referee stopped his most recent fight in the fourth round, resulting in a loss on his record. He is now looking at ways to appeal the decision. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim has the full report.
Slink Proper, a professional boxer from St. Paul, feels robbed after a referee stopped his most recent fight in the fourth round, resulting in a loss on his record. He is now looking at ways to appeal the decision. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim has the full report.
What are the busiest airports in the US?
On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.
On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.
Omar Fateh comes up short in Minneapolis mayoral race
Omar Fateh thanked his supporters after being defeated by Jacob Frey in the race for Minneapolis mayor. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the latest report.
Omar Fateh thanked his supporters after being defeated by Jacob Frey in the race for Minneapolis mayor. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the latest report.
Federal officials investigation fatal UPS plane crash in Louisville
At least 11 people were killed Tuesday when a UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky. Federal officials are on-site, looking into what happened.
At least 11 people were killed Tuesday when a UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky. Federal officials are on-site, looking into what happened.
Inside Minnesota's cannabis safety checks
Minnesota's cannabis industry is taking root, with dozens of businesses undergoing a key inspection. Minny Grown, a facility in Cannon Falls, recently underwent an inspection by the Office of Cannabis Management.
Minnesota's cannabis industry is taking root, with dozens of businesses undergoing a key inspection. Minny Grown, a facility in Cannon Falls, recently underwent an inspection by the Office of Cannabis Management.