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Growing number of airline passengers fed up with junk fees and Congress is listening
SUMMARY: At Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, frustrated airline passengers are expressing discontent over persistent add-on fees for services like seat selection and early boarding. In response, the Department of Transportation has introduced a new rule requiring airlines to compensate passengers for canceled or delayed flights, effective in 60 days. Congress is also pushing airlines to address these “junk fees,” as consumer costs escalate. Travelers like Shireen Gese report significant ticket price increases due to various fees. Experts urge consumers to be well-informed to avoid additional charges. Despite regulatory pressures, airlines prioritize profitability, facing resistance to upfront fee transparency.

CBS News Miami’s Joan Murray spoke with a travel expert and travelers about what the future of airlines’ junk fees could become.
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South Florida Weather Forecast 3/16/2025
SUMMARY: The South Florida weather forecast for March 16, 2025, highlights the aftermath of a severe weather system that caused widespread tornado damage in the Southeastern U.S. South Florida will experience minimal rain, with only a few showers expected. A drop in humidity and windy conditions will prompt a fire weather watch in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. Although temperatures were warm in the 90s, a cold front will bring cooler weather with lows in the 50s. A shift to high pressure will result in comfortable conditions, with temperatures eventually climbing back into the 80s mid-week before another front arrives.

CBS News Miami’s Chief Meteorologist Ivan Cabrera says to expect a few showers overnight heading into Monday morning but nothing too severe.
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Trump administration ramps up rhetoric targeting the courts amid mounting legal setbacks
SUMMARY: In Mexico, former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador attacked the judiciary for blocking his reforms that mandated judges be elected rather than appointed, weakening investor confidence and the currency. This trend of populist leaders targeting the judiciary is observed globally, raising concerns about similar threats in the U.S. amid Donald Trump’s presidency. His supporters echo aggressive rhetoric against judges and suggest impeachment for unfavorable rulings. Despite this, the administration has followed legal norms. Legal experts warn that undermining judicial independence is a fundamental authoritarian impulse, potentially jeopardizing democratic governance and the rule of law in the U.S.
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Tornadoes, wildfires and blinding dust sweep across U.S. as massive storm leaves at least 32 dead
SUMMARY: A massive storm with violent tornadoes and high winds swept across the central and southern U.S., killing at least 32 people. The storm devastated homes, schools, and infrastructure, particularly in Missouri, where bodies were found among the debris. Mississippi, Arkansas, and Alabama reported fatalities, with severe damage and impassable roads. High winds caused dust storms, resulting in deadly pileups in Kansas and Texas. Extreme weather affected 100 million people, including blizzards in the north and wildfires in Oklahoma. Tornadoes continued through Saturday, causing extensive damage across multiple states, with viral videos showing the destruction.
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