Chicago's air traffic controllers feel impact of government shutdown
Day 14 of the government shutdown, and federal workers are feeling the effects in their paychecks.
ICE agents spotted targeting rideshare drivers at Chicago airports
There have been sightings of ICE agents at both O’Hare and Midway airports in Chicago.
Metra proposes at least 13% fare increase for next year in 2026 budget plan
Metra riders will likely see fare increases next year as transit agencies try to make up for lost COVID relief funds.
Staffing shortages at air traffic control towers cause massive delays across U.S.
At least eight air traffic control towers are expected to be understaffed for several hours on Tuesday night, according to the FAA.
Trump admin pulls Illinois bike grants it deems ‘hostile’ to cars
President Donald Trump's transportation department has been pulling back grants already announced for recreational trails and bicycle lanes, telling local officials their projects fail to promote road capacity or are "hostile to motor vehicles."
O'Hare, Midway airports rank below average in passenger satisfaction study
Chicago's airports aren't soaring in satisfaction: O'Hare and Midway ranked below average in a new study✈️
Measles scare hits O'Hare: Second case confirmed in Cook County
Cook County health officials have confirmed a second case of measles so far this year.
73 fake luxury watches intercepted at Chicago's O'Hare Airport
Rolex, Gucci and Cartier were among the fake luxury watches CBP officers intercepted in Chicago.
E-scooter injuries among kids doubled in 2024, data shows
Injuries among children under 15 has risen significantly.
Federal appeals court approves Illinois restrictions on carrying guns on public transit
A federal appeals court approved Illinois' ban on carrying firearms on public transit, reversing a lower court ruling that found the gun restrictions passed more than a decade ago violated the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Chicago man freed from ICE detention after more than 3 months
A Chicago man picked up by immigration agents at O’Hare International Airport on June 19 is finally getting out of ICE detention, more than three months later.
Another Chicago suburb cracks down on electric scooters, bikes
Grayslake will begin enforcing state laws on electric scooters and electric bikes, with a focus on unsafe or reckless use, officials said.
Chicago's Polar Express train ride canceled for 2nd straight year
The Polar Express train ride will not be running at Chicago's Union Station for the second straight year.
TSA just banned these items from checked bags: See the list
The new rules on flying involves hair tools, marking the latest change to airport security screenings this year.



















