These mistakes are costing travelers time and money | ChicagoNOW
Travel expert explains the most common planning mistakes and when to book to avoid problems.
These flights are most likely to be delayed this Christmas, New Year’s
A new study reveals which U.S. flight routes face the biggest holiday delays – and which might get you home early.
'We’re all going to die': Alaska Airlines passenger accused of trying to open cabin door midflight
An Alaska Airlines passenger is facing federal charges after allegedly attempting to open the cabin door during a flight from Deadhorse to Anchorage.
Holiday travelers flock to airports and highways ahead of Christmas
It's almost time to hit the road or the skies as a busy holiday travel season is about to get underway.
Airline passenger attempted to open plane door in mid-air, authorities say
An airline passenger was taken into custody after trying to open a door on a Cathay Pacific flight that departed Boston, officials said.
FTC Uber lawsuit: Several states join complaint over subscription practices
Multiple states have joined a lawsuit against Uber over its Uber One subscription practices, which the FTC alleges were "deceptive."
Southwest reportedly pursuing the launch of its own airport lounge network
Southwest Airlines is reportedly pursuing the launch of its own network of airport lounges as the carrier looks to expand its premium offerings.
Why gifting travel is taking off this holiday season
Travel pros Pamela Holt and Colleen Kelly share why trip-giving is booming, who it’s perfect for, and top destinations—from Wisconsin’s slopes to Orlando’s attractions—for unforgettable holiday surprises.
Tourists may have to provide 5 years of social media history to enter US
A proposed rule would require foreign travelers who can currently visit the U.S. without a visa to submit extensive social media, email and family history to be approved.
Royal Caribbean passenger who died was served 33 drinks, according to lawsuit
In a case that could have significant implications for the cruise industry, the family of Michael Virgil, a 35-year-old man who died aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise, has filed a lawsuit against the company.
CDC warns travelers about outbreak of untreatable mosquito disease in 4 countries
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
NPS free days: Trump’s birthday added; MLK Day, Juneteenth dropped
NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.
DOT halts enforcement of key airline rule after carriers' request
The Department of Transportation is pausing refund obligations for passengers when airlines change flight numbers.
Travelers without Real ID will soon pay $45 fee at TSA checkpoints as deadline nears
Travelers who show up at the airport without a Real ID will soon face a higher penalty. TSA originally planned to charge an $18 fee for passengers who needed extra identity verification at security checkpoints, but that cost has now more than doubled to $45.
O’Hare is booming — but it may run out of gates during major renovation | ChicagoLIVE
Travel is way up at O’Hare, but that growth is creating a big headache. Transportation expert Joseph Schwieterman tells ChicagoLIVE why the airport’s huge terminal rebuild could lead to fewer gates, tighter space, and serious congestion in the years ahead — and what airlines want changed before construction ramps up.
Search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 to resume after more than a decade
Malaysia will restart the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 on Dec. 30, more than ten years after the aircraft vanished during its 2014 flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people on board.
Snowstorm causes air travel trouble at Chicago's O'Hare Airport: 'Pushed to the max'
Air travel troubled continued on Monday at Chicago's O'Hare Airport amid the snowstorm.
Real ID latest: TSA adds security fee for those flying without acceptable identification
A rumored TSA charge for those flying without a REAL ID has become official, the agency announced. Here’s what to know about the new security fee.
Holiday travel delays, cancellations stack up as Thanksgiving weekend come to an end
Thousands of airline passengers are recovering after a weekend of delays during the Thanksgiving travel rush.
New Southwest policy could cost plus-size travelers more money
Among the handful of changes at Southwest Airlines is a new policy that will force plus-size people to purchase an extra seat in advance.