American Airlines testing system that combats ‘Gate Lice’

American Airlines is testing a system to stop passengers from boarding before their group is called. Currently being trialed in Albuquerque and Tucson, the system alerts gate agents with a sound and displays the correct boarding group when someone tries to board early.

The airline plans to expand the system to more locations. The goal is to make boarding smoother and fairer by reducing crowding and keeping passengers in their assigned groups—making it a better experience for everyone.

Neon Sign Museum at night

Chilly Start with Milder Days on the Horizon

Cooler-than-usual conditions will persist today with cloudy skies and a chance of flurries. Overnight, light snowfall is expected before skies clear by morning. Sunshine will return Tuesday, helping temperatures climb closer to seasonal norms. The warming trend is set to...

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