Lewis University trains future air traffic controllers amid growing national shortage
A nationwide air traffic controller shortage is raising safety concerns—see how a local university is part of the solution.
A nationwide air traffic controller shortage is raising safety concerns—see how a local university is part of the solution.
Injured Gaza children arrive in Chicago for life-saving treatment
An emotional scene unfolded at O'Hare International Airport on Sunday as hundreds of injured children from Gaza arrived in Chicago for life-saving medical treatment.
An emotional scene unfolded at O'Hare International Airport on Sunday as hundreds of injured children from Gaza arrived in Chicago for life-saving medical treatment.
Close calls in Chicago skies: Experts highlight near-midair collisions at O'Hare, Midway
How safe is Chicago’s airspace? Reports show alarming close calls at O’Hare and Midway.
How safe is Chicago’s airspace? Reports show alarming close calls at O’Hare and Midway.
Ground delay in place at O'Hare Airport due to storms
A ground delay was issued at O'Hare Airport Tuesday morning due to weather.
A ground delay was issued at O'Hare Airport Tuesday morning due to weather.
Ground stop issued at O'Hare airport due to storms
Ground stops were issued for several hours at O'Hare and Midway airports Friday morning due to weather.
Ground stops were issued for several hours at O'Hare and Midway airports Friday morning due to weather.
Spring break surge: Chicago airports bracing for over 3.3 million travelers
Chicago airports are expecting a massive increase in travelers this spring break season.
Chicago airports are expecting a massive increase in travelers this spring break season.
O'Hare Airport shooting: Man wounded outside Terminal 2
One person is being questioned after a man was shot outside an O'Hare Airport terminal early Wednesday.
One person is being questioned after a man was shot outside an O'Hare Airport terminal early Wednesday.
Delta flight diverted to O'Hare Airport after 'smoky odor' detected in cockpit
A Delta flight from Detroit to Kansas City, Mo., was diverted to O’Hare International Airport on Wednesday after crew members detected a "smoky odor" in the aircraft.
A Delta flight from Detroit to Kansas City, Mo., was diverted to O’Hare International Airport on Wednesday after crew members detected a "smoky odor" in the aircraft.
Tug vehicle flips in O’Hare crash, prompting calls for stricter safety measures
The International Association of Machinists (IAM) are calling for stronger airline worker protection just days after a tug vehicle driver was critically injured at O'Hare International Airport.
The International Association of Machinists (IAM) are calling for stronger airline worker protection just days after a tug vehicle driver was critically injured at O'Hare International Airport.
Accident at O'Hare Airport: Driver hospitalized after tug vehicle hit by airplane wing
An airplane wing struck a tug vehicle at O'Hare International Airport, leaving the driver hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said.
An airplane wing struck a tug vehicle at O'Hare International Airport, leaving the driver hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said.
'Wakeup call': Bipartisan lawmakers call for more air traffic controllers in wake of D.C. tragedy
Congress passed the FAA Reauthorization Act last year that called for thousands of new air traffic controllers across the nation, but the Trump administration's efforts to freeze hiring across the board has thrown that into question.
Congress passed the FAA Reauthorization Act last year that called for thousands of new air traffic controllers across the nation, but the Trump administration's efforts to freeze hiring across the board has thrown that into question.
Duckworth, Chicago official address local airport safety concerns following DC plane crash
Following the deadly midair collision in Washington, D.C., Chicago officials are raising concerns about safety at local airports.
Following the deadly midair collision in Washington, D.C., Chicago officials are raising concerns about safety at local airports.
Photos: Nearly 1,000 fake IDs confiscated at Chicago's O'Hare Airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized nearly 1,000 counterfeit driver's licenses at the International Mail Facility at O'Hare International Airport between Jan. 21 and Jan. 26.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized nearly 1,000 counterfeit driver's licenses at the International Mail Facility at O'Hare International Airport between Jan. 21 and Jan. 26.
Ground stop issued at O'Hare Airport due to snow
A ground stop was issued at O'Hare Airport Friday morning due to snow and ice.
A ground stop was issued at O'Hare Airport Friday morning due to snow and ice.
American Airlines plane clips United flight at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport
A plane clipped the tail cone of a United Airlines flight at O’Hare International Airport on Wednesday morning.
A plane clipped the tail cone of a United Airlines flight at O’Hare International Airport on Wednesday morning.
Snow and cold disrupt flights nationwide, forcing travelers to adapt at O’Hare Airport
Winter weather disruptions left holiday travelers at O’Hare International Airport dealing with delays, cancellations and misplaced luggage.
Winter weather disruptions left holiday travelers at O’Hare International Airport dealing with delays, cancellations and misplaced luggage.
Ground stop lifted at O'Hare Airport; flights delayed
A ground stop was issued for hours at O'Hare Airport Monday morning due to snowy and icy weather.
A ground stop was issued for hours at O'Hare Airport Monday morning due to snowy and icy weather.
Marine welcomed home for the holidays at O’Hare International Airport
Lance Cpl. Diego Escobedo-Hernandez, a Berwyn native, received a warm welcome from his family at O’Hare International Airport after stepping off a plane Saturday.
Lance Cpl. Diego Escobedo-Hernandez, a Berwyn native, received a warm welcome from his family at O’Hare International Airport after stepping off a plane Saturday.
United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
8 injured Gaza children arrive in Chicago for medical care
After a 12-hour flight, the children—ranging in age from 2 to 17—were greeted by dozens of supporters who welcomed them with posters, balloons, and Palestinian flags.
After a 12-hour flight, the children—ranging in age from 2 to 17—were greeted by dozens of supporters who welcomed them with posters, balloons, and Palestinian flags.