What the post-pandemic future of airlines could look like
Joseph P. Schwieterman from the DePaul University School of Public Service talks about the state of the airline industry and what it could look like in a post COVID-19 world.
Coronavirus prompts JetBlue to offer 100,000 health care workers free flights
The giveaways are part of the airline’s JetBlue Healthcare Hero effort.
Metra reduces service as ridership plummets during pandemic
In response to the the ridership slump during the coronavirus crisis, Metra is cutting service on its three least busy lines.
JetBlue to require customers to wear face coverings
The new requirement begins May 4.
Metra conductor tests positive for COVID-19
A conductor who works on the Metra SouthWest Service Line has tested positive for COVID-19, the commuter rail service announced Wednesday.
O’Hare Airport employee carjacked at gunpoint in cargo area: police
An employee at O’Hare Airport was carjacked at gunpoint Thursday while showing up to work in a cargo area.
Midway control tower reopens as US airlines prepare for potential shutdown
The air traffic control tower at Midway Airport reopened Tuesday, a week after it closed for cleaning due to a COVID-19 exposure that disrupted flights in and out of the airport.
Southwest Airlines resumes some flights at Midway after control tower closes for COVID-19 exposure
Southwest Airlines has resumed operations at Midway Airport after all flights were suspended earlier in the day due to a control tower closure related to COVID-19 exposure.
Illegal COVID-19 tests confiscated at O'Hare
A batch of vials labeled as COVID-19 tests were spread among packages of “test kits” for meningitis, IVF, MRSA and salmonella, according to a statement from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Metra to cut service in half starting Monday amid coronavirus crisis
Ridership has seen a “severe drop” in the fallout of the pandemic.
Midway operations remain limited after control tower technicians test positive for coronavirus
The city’s second-largest airport is open, but the Federal Aviation Administration said the air traffic control tower was still closed for cleaning.
3 control tower technicians at Midway test positive for COVID-19
There is a ground stop at Midway Airport Tuesday after three workers at a control tower tested positive for COVID-19.
Metra to consider service reductions after Friday amid coronavirus crisis
Metra is considering service reductions, but won’t be changing schedules until after Friday, if they decide to change at all, Metra spokesman Michael Gillis said.
More coronavirus screeners added at O'Hare after long lines caused health concerns
More health screeners were on hand at O'Hare International Airport Sunday after massive lines and hours-long waits infuriated Illinois officials and put passengers at risk.
Illinois Governor: Ordering all bars and restaurants to close as of Monday night through March 30
The governor of Illinois announced Sunday that all bars and restaurants to close as of Monday night through March 30. Drive thru, delivery and curbside pickup will be allowed.
Illinois Tollway switches to all-electronic tolling to prevent spread of coronavirus
The Illinois Tollway will implement all-electronic tolling temporarily as a precaution to prevent the spread of coronavirus, officials announced Friday.
Person hit by Metra train in South Shore
A male was crossing the tracks about 2:14 p.m. in the 7300 block of South Exchange Avenue when he was hit by a train, Chicago police said.
Passenger posts video of 'mostly empty' flight to Orlando amid coronavirus
"This does not happen very much anymore. Flight to Orlando mostly empty. Over 100 seats unused."
Gas prices plummet amid OPEC feud, COVID-19 — and the cheaper fuel will likely last months, AAA says
Motorists are benefiting at the gas pump in the midst of an OPEC disagreement and growing concerns over the novel coronavirus.
Officials set public meeting on delayed interchange project
State officials have planned a public meeting later this month to give an update on a much-delayed construction project at a major interstate exchange near downtown Chicago.