US announces travel alert for Israel, Palestinian territories

A statement from the U.S. Embassy in Israel urged Americans to "take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness, as security incidents, including rocket fire, often take place without warning."

Remains of 6 people found after Hawaii tour helicopter crash

HONOLULU (AP) — The remains of six people have been found after a helicopter on a tour of one of the most rugged and remote coastlines in Hawaii crashed at the top of a mountain on the island of Kauai, authorities said.

Boeing ousts its CEO Dennis Muilenburg after two deadly 737 Max crashes

Boeing ousted CEO Dennis Muilenburg on Monday with no end in sight to the crisis that has engulfed the vaunted American aircraft manufacturer since the crash of two of its 737 Max airliners.

American Airlines becomes second carrier to offer non-binary gender option

American Airlines became the second carrier to offer customers a non-binary gender option when booking flights, joining United Airlines which began doing the same in March.

Travelers caught with weed in Chicago airports won't be busted, police say

Even though marijuana will still be illegal under federal law — and it’s illegal to carry across state lines — authorities have no intention of arresting people caught with the drug at Chicago airports, officials said Friday.

5 million travelers expected to pass through Chicago airports over the holidays

Airlines estimate 5 million people will pass through both airports, more than a 2% increase from last year, the Chicago Department of Transportation said.

Scorpion stings United Airlines passenger on flight from San Francisco to Atlanta

The passenger on Flight 1554 told TMZ that she felt stinging on her leg and when she went to the restroom, a scorpion fell out of her pant leg. Flight attendants were able to trap the arachnid, the passenger told TMZ.

20 more women come forward in lawsuit alleging rape, sexual assault while using Lyft

Twenty more women are suing Lyft, alleging that they were raped or sexually assaulted by drivers while using the service, adding to a slew of legal complaints against the company from passengers who say they were targeted by drivers.

Holiday Staycations 2019: Family fun around Chicagoland this month
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Travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore has curated some festive Chicago itineraries that will help you build a weekend of holiday fun, whether you're taking the kids or going with friends.

Flying this Thanksgiving? Expect record crowds at airports

Record throngs of travelers are expected to jam into airports over the Thanksgiving break and airlines are adding hundreds of flights a day in response.