Carnival Vista: 27 people aboard cruise ship test positive for COVID-19

The COVID-19 cases were among 26 crew members and one passenger on the Carnival Vista cruise ship, which arrived Wednesday in Belize, officials said.

Inside United Airlines new Boeing 737 Max 8

United Airlines on Monday introduced the newest member of its fleet at O'Hare International Airport.

Lyft's shared ride option is back in Chicago

As of Monday, riders can share Lyft by booking the option that allows multiple passengers in Chicago, Philadelphia and Denver.

Rental car shortage leads to price spike
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The shortage in rental cars is causing prices to?surge not only in Chicago, but across the country as well.

World’s deepest pool opens in Dubai with ‘Sunken City’

Deep Dive Dubai opened a 196 feet deep diving pool including an abandoned city, chess, foosball and cars. The pool opens to the public this July.

US plans to make airlines refund fees if checked bags are delayed

Airlines may be required to refund fees on checked baggage if the bags are delayed. The proposal could take effect by next summer if approved.

TSA sees highest traveler count at airports since March 2020

The Transportation Security Administration said it screened more than 2.1 million flight passengers this weekend, the most since the beginning of the pandemic.

United orders dozens of new planes in plan for post-pandemic growth

United Airlines placed one of the largest orders ever for commercial planes so it can replace aging ones and prepare for growth as the pandemic subsides.

Disabled veteran says he was booted off Chicago flight because of his service dog

The veteran served four years in the Marine Corps – completing over 130 combat missions in Iraq. As a result, Ryan Foster says he now suffers from PTSD and takes his 80-pound service dog "Beauty" everywhere he travels.

Illinois roads and bridge deterioration ranked among worst in US, report says

Illinois Interstate Highway Systems rank among the worst levels of bridge and road pavement deterioration, according to a report released Tuesday.

US extends travel restrictions at Canada, Mexico borders through July 21

The U.S. extended restrictions with Canada and Mexico land borders on non-essential travel through July 21 amid the ongoing effort to limit COVID-19.

Google trends reveal what people are searching as US begins to reopen
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Google trends expert Molly Vandenberg talks to us about popular search trends now that the United States has embraced reopening from the pandemic.

No more COVID-19 restrictions for travelers arriving in Chicago

Travelers headed to Chicago are no longer required to have a negative COVID-19 test – or to quarantine – before or after arrival.