As the Labor Day holiday weekend wraps up, millions of Americans will be traveling across the country to make it back home. The TSA expects to screen over 17 million travelers from Aug. 29 through Sept. 4 — nearly nine percent more than last year. The busy weekend caps off a record-breaking summer for the travel industry. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has the latest from New York’s LaGuardia Airport. Source
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President Biden joins VP Harris for Labor Day campaign blitz
On this Labor Day, Democrats have been on the campaign trail working to secure the vote of union workers in battleground states. After starting the day with a rally in Detroit, Vice President Kamala Harris joined President Biden in Pittsburgh to speak to U.S. steelworkers. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro has more. Source
Gun violence plagues Labor Day in Chicago and NYC
Gunfire rang out in two major U.S. cities on Monday. In a Chicago suburb, four people were killed on a train. Police say the shooter did not appear to know the victims and the attack was random. New York City police say at least five were wounded at a shooting along the the West Indian American Day parade route. Source
NH man tests positive for 3 mosquito viruses, including EEE
A New Hampshire man is in the hospital after he was bitten by a mosquito. He is now testing positive for three mosquito-borne viruses, including EEE. Source
NH man fights for life with 3 mosquito viruses, including EEE
A New Hampshire man is in the hospital after he was bitten by a mosquito. He is now testing positive for three mosquito-borne viruses, including EEE. Source
Why Netanyahu is under fire in Israel after deaths of hostages
The deaths of six Hamas-held hostages have sparked protests across Israel, with people demanding a cease-fire deal. Much of the anger among protesters is being directed at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for failing to commit to a deal to secure the release of hostages. CBS News contributor Robert Berger explains. Source
2 U.S. Marines attacked in Turkey, Navy says
The Marines were taken to a local hospital for evaluation as a precaution and have returned to the ship, the Navy says. Source
The best washer and dryer deals for Labor Day 2024
Clean your clothing faster and more efficiently with a new on-sale washer and dryer this Labor Day. Source
Volkswagen could close plant in Germany for the first time ever
Scrambling to cut costs, Germany’s Volkswagen warns it could shutter factories in the automaker’s home country amid rising competition. Source
Best Labor Day furniture sales to shop today
Save up to 70% off on furniture from some of our favorite home retailers, including West Elm, Wayfair and more. Source