Airline CEOs, travel groups urge White House to lift mask rules on flights

The CEOs of Delta, American and United Airlines, and others are urging the White House to end a federal mask mandate on airplanes, along with international pre-departure testing requirements.

Chicago airports brace for influx of travelers during spring break, warmer months
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Chicago airports will play host to thousands of travelers in the upcoming weeks for people who are lookiing to seize on the city's loosened COVID requirements as the weather warms up.

American Airlines to resume alcohol sales on certain flights in April

American Airlines paused the sale of alcohol on flights when the COVID-19 pandemic began and will "slowly reintroduce its buy-on-board" program in April.

Record gas prices plateau in US over the weekend

It’s not a significant decrease by any means, but the news may signal a sign of relief for drivers after the average price of regular-grade gasoline shot up a whopping 79 cents over the past two weeks.

Illinois driver's license renewal extension pushed back, again

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that expiration dates for driver’s licenses, ID cards and learner’s permits are being extended until July 31, 2022.

Airbnb is suspending all operations in Russia and Belarus, CEO says

Airbnb has suspended all operations in Russia and Belarus. The company is also offering free, temporary housing for up to 100,000 refugees fleeing Ukraine.

Tired of the snow? Here's 5 warm weather getaways
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Travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore dishes out five great vacation ideas for escaping the cold and snow.

US approves new adaptive driving beam headlights that won’t blind oncoming drivers

U.S. regulators are about to allow new high-tech headlights that can automatically tailor beams so they focus on dark areas of the road and don’t create glare for oncoming drivers.

Chicago's COVID Travel Advisory remains unchanged for seventh consecutive week

For the seventh straight week, no states or territories have been removed from Chicago's COVID-19 Travel Advisory, city health officials announced Tuesday.

Travel and Adventure Show coming to Rosemont this weekend
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Pauline Frommer joins Good Day Chicago to preview the 17th annual Travel and Adventure Show, coming to Rosemont this weekend.

US to move faster to address unfair, deceptive airline consumer practices

The department is planning on creating more regulations regarding refunds, baggage costs and other fees, and this rule will ensure the policies are enacted in a more timely manner.