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Sens. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) introduced a bill that would boost competition in the airline industry and cut prices for consumers.  The legislation, named the “Airport Gate Competition Act,” was introduced Tuesday. The bill aims to increase the number of common-use gates available to all airlines, which proponents argue would give smaller…

Southwest is ending services at four airports due to delays in getting Boeing planes. The airline suffered a $231 million loss in the first quarter and will also reduce hiring and provide voluntary leave to staff. The airline is stopping services at Cozumel International Airport in Mexico, Syracuse Hancock International Airport in…