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.

Kennedy express lanes reopening delayed until January, IDOT says

Chicago area drivers will have to wait a little bit longer for the reopening of the Kennedy Expressway reversible lanes.

Cold weather can cause Metra train troubles
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A Metra spokesperson shared how the company is assisting riders during cold weather months.

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.

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.

Chicago airports see heavy traffic after Thanksgiving weekend

Sunday was expected to be a record-breaking travel day across the country, including at Chicago-area airports.

Thanksgiving travel rush hits Chicago airports with record passenger numbers

Thanksgiving travel is in full swing at Chicago airports with officials projecting nearly 2 million passengers will travel through the city over the holiday weekend.

Travelers pack Chicago airports ahead of Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving travel is in full swing at Chicago airports with officials projecting nearly 2 million passengers will travel through the city over the holiday weekend.

Chicago travelers advised to plan ahead amid busy airports and high gas prices

A record number of Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year, with the peak holiday travel period starting Tuesday, according to AAA.

Chicago travelers advised to plan ahead amid busy airports and high gas prices
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A record number of Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, with Midway Airport anticipating a 7% increase in passengers, surpassing the national airport travel average of 6%.

Inaugural Amtrak Chicago-Miami route launches
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For the first time since 1979, Amtrak is offering a direct trip from Chicago to Orlando, Tampa and Miami. The inaugural trip begins Sunday night.

Chicago cracks down on illegal parking with new pilot program
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The City of Chicago launched a new program to improve the flow of transportation and to enhance safety on the roadways, using cameras to catch parking violators.