Holiday travel rush cranks up ahead of Fourth of July
Chicago roads and airports are filling up with Fourth of July travelers making their way across the country for the holiday.
Chicago roads and airports are filling up with Fourth of July travelers making their way across the country for the holiday.
World's first 'smart highway' to be built in Michigan
A stretch of I-94 between Ann Arbor and Detroit will soon become the world's first "smart highway." The new technology would allow vehicles to operate more efficiently without the driver's help. Using sensors that most newer vehicles already have, towers along the highway will create a network that allows each car to communicate with one another.
A stretch of I-94 between Ann Arbor and Detroit will soon become the world's first "smart highway." The new technology would allow vehicles to operate more efficiently without the driver's help. Using sensors that most newer vehicles already have, towers along the highway will create a network that allows each car to communicate with one another.
Holiday travel picking up steam ahead of July 4th
As more people are expected to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, the Biden administration is trying to keep gas prices in check.
As more people are expected to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, the Biden administration is trying to keep gas prices in check.
Traveling tips for families with young kids
Taking the family on a memorable summer vacation sounds like a perfect plan but if the kids aren't behaving it can quickly turn into a nightmare. Today, we talk to two child experts who have excellent traveling tips for families with young kids.
Taking the family on a memorable summer vacation sounds like a perfect plan but if the kids aren't behaving it can quickly turn into a nightmare. Today, we talk to two child experts who have excellent traveling tips for families with young kids.
Disney Cruise Line setting sail on first Asia-based ship in 2025
Disney Adventure's homeport will be Marina Bay Cruise Centre in Singapore.
Disney Adventure's homeport will be Marina Bay Cruise Centre in Singapore.
Millions of Americans hit the road for 4th of July weekend
The 4th of July holiday is just around the corner and this could be one for the record books. AAA estimates that 71,000,000 Americans will hit the rails road and skies this year.
The 4th of July holiday is just around the corner and this could be one for the record books. AAA estimates that 71,000,000 Americans will hit the rails road and skies this year.
Tourist hot spot to ban vacation apartments in bid to make city 'livable' again
Barcelona officials plan to ban short-term tourist apartment rentals by 2028, mirroring policies that have bubbled up across Europe in recent years.
Barcelona officials plan to ban short-term tourist apartment rentals by 2028, mirroring policies that have bubbled up across Europe in recent years.
The world's most liveable cities for 2024 listed in new report
The Economist Intelligence Unit's Global Liveability Index 2024 ranks 173 cities worldwide based on factors like healthcare, culture, and infrastructure, but which cities claimed the top spots globally and in the U.S.?
The Economist Intelligence Unit's Global Liveability Index 2024 ranks 173 cities worldwide based on factors like healthcare, culture, and infrastructure, but which cities claimed the top spots globally and in the U.S.?
Fourth of July travel picks up steam at O'Hare Airport
The rush is on in Terminal 3 at O’Hare International Airport. American Airlines declared Thursday the official start of Independence Day travel.
The rush is on in Terminal 3 at O’Hare International Airport. American Airlines declared Thursday the official start of Independence Day travel.
Fourth of July travel picks up steam at O'Hare Airport
July Fourth travel is already ramping up to record levels in Chicago, a week out from Independence Day celebrations.
July Fourth travel is already ramping up to record levels in Chicago, a week out from Independence Day celebrations.
Metra adds extra trains for Pride Parade on June 30
Metra announced this week that it will add trains to its Union Pacific North and Union Pacific West lines on Sunday, June 30 to accommodate attendees of Chicago's 53rd Annual Pride Parade.
Metra announced this week that it will add trains to its Union Pacific North and Union Pacific West lines on Sunday, June 30 to accommodate attendees of Chicago's 53rd Annual Pride Parade.
TSA says new high-tech equipment will speed up screening process
The TSA said the new technology unveiled this week will help streamline security for millions of Americans.
The TSA said the new technology unveiled this week will help streamline security for millions of Americans.
Severe storms disrupt plans for travelers flying out of Chicago airports
Summer travel can spell stress when severe weather gets in the way. The weather on Tuesday caused ground stops and delays at O’Hare International Airport and Midway Airport.
Summer travel can spell stress when severe weather gets in the way. The weather on Tuesday caused ground stops and delays at O’Hare International Airport and Midway Airport.
Severe weather shakes up travel plans for people passing through Chicago
Summer travel can spell stress when severe weather gets in the way. The weather on Tuesday caused ground stops and delays at O?Hare International Airport and Midway Airport.
Summer travel can spell stress when severe weather gets in the way. The weather on Tuesday caused ground stops and delays at O?Hare International Airport and Midway Airport.
Severe storms disrupt plans for travelers flying out of Chicago airports
FOX 32's Joanie Lum heads over to O'Hare Airport to talk to travelers inconvenienced by severe storms Tuesday morning.
FOX 32's Joanie Lum heads over to O'Hare Airport to talk to travelers inconvenienced by severe storms Tuesday morning.
How Boeing's latest crisis could affect your summer travel plans
The CEO of Boeing surprised lawmakers when he told them his company has not taken any new orders in two months. The airplane maker is also struggling to fill current orders. That puts more pressure on its customers, including Dallas-based Southwest Airlines.
The CEO of Boeing surprised lawmakers when he told them his company has not taken any new orders in two months. The airplane maker is also struggling to fill current orders. That puts more pressure on its customers, including Dallas-based Southwest Airlines.
Boeing 737 experiences 'Dutch roll' during flight; FAA investigating
The incident occurred during a Southwest flight from Phoenix to Oakland, California on May 25.
The incident occurred during a Southwest flight from Phoenix to Oakland, California on May 25.
Airplane passengers endure 9-hour 'flight to nowhere'
Passengers and crew had traveled over 4,833 miles at the end of the nine-hour ordeal – and still no closer to their desired destination.
Passengers and crew had traveled over 4,833 miles at the end of the nine-hour ordeal – and still no closer to their desired destination.
Illinois State Museum seeks Route 66 memories to honor iconic roadway
The Illinois State Museum is looking for people to share their personal experiences about the original Route 66 highway in Illinois.
The Illinois State Museum is looking for people to share their personal experiences about the original Route 66 highway in Illinois.
8 reasons cruises may be a better value for a 7-day vacation than land-based hotel stays
Four travel professionals weighed in on the value of cruises over land-based hotel stays for summer 2024 — including amenities and predictability of expenses. Here are eight things to know.
Four travel professionals weighed in on the value of cruises over land-based hotel stays for summer 2024 — including amenities and predictability of expenses. Here are eight things to know.