Norovirus outbreak sickens 153 passengers, crew on Caribbean cruise ship

More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.

TSA wait times: Airline CEOs blast Congress; ‘simply unacceptable’

As some travelers are waiting for 2, 3, and even up to 4 hours in TSA security lines, airline industry leaders are pressing lawmakers to make some changes.

DHS funding stalemate nears one month as terror concerns rise and TSA agents work without pay
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Lawmakers remain deadlocked over funding the Department of Homeland Security as the Iran conflict heightens terrorism fears, leaving TSA agents unpaid, airport lines growing, and both parties trading blame over immigration enforcement and ICE.

Why Southwest Airlines is ending O’Hare service
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Southwest Airlines plans to stop flying out of O’Hare International Airport and instead focus its Chicago operations at Midway. A transportation expert explains how competition with United and American at O’Hare, airline restructuring, and federal concerns about airport congestion could shape flight availability and travel costs in Chicago.

These US cities have the safest, most dangerous streets, annual report finds

A new analysis reveals which U.S. cities have the safest — and riskiest — streets in 2026, ranking the 100 largest metro areas using factors like vehicle speeds and total miles driven.

Airport security strain during shutdown grows as unpaid TSA officers warn, ‘We’re hurting’

Transportation Security Administration agents are working without paychecks as the government shutdown continues, with an officer sharing financial struggles and family hardships during the funding lapse.

Spring break travel surge meets TSA slowdown amid government shutdown
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Travel expert Katy Nastro shares tips for navigating crowded airports, longer Transportation Security Administration lines, and the tech tools that can help travelers avoid spring break chaos.

TSA security lines: Why some airports are moving passengers through faster

As the shutdown continues, some airports are moving passengers through security faster, while others are seeing hourslong security lines. Here’s a look at one of the reasons why - privatization.

Flying taxis could soon take flight as FAA green-lights tests in 26 states

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Monday that it selected eight proposals for a new pilot program testing new advanced air mobility and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in 26 states.

Rat poison, a beekeeper suit, and a meteorite: The strangest finds in this year's Unclaimed Baggage report

A $43,400 pair of diamond earrings, samurai swords, a $35,000 Rolex watch, gold-plated golf clubs, and even a beekeeper suit are among the standout items found in orphaned luggage, according to the latest Unclaimed Baggage report.

CDC issues travel advisories for 32 countries over spread of polio: What we know

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its polio travel advisory to a Level 2 for 32 countries where the disease is spreading. 

Refusing to wear headphones could get you kicked off United flights

United Airlines recently added a headphone policy to its “Contract of Carriage," the legally binding terms passengers agree to when purchasing an airline ticket.

FAA weighs flight reductions at O’Hare as airlines clash over gates
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DePaul professor and aviation expert Joe Schwieterman explains how the FAA stepping in at O’Hare Airport amid a dispute between United Airlines and American Airlines could affect travelers, cancellations, and refunds this summer.

FAA considers cutting O’Hare flights amid summer congestion concerns

The Federal Aviation Administration is set to meet with United and American Airlines to discuss reducing flights at O’Hare International Airport this summer.

FAA considers cutting O’Hare flights amid summer congestion concerns
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The Federal Aviation Administration is set to meet with United and American Airlines to discuss reducing flights at O’Hare International Airport this summer.