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.
Travel trouble continues in Chicago after holiday weekend
One hundred sixty five flights have been cancelled at Chicago's O'Hare airport on Monday following the holiday weekend. And, we could see more as more winter weather arrives.
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.
TSA sets all time record for daily screenings
The Thanksgiving holiday saw millions of people traveling by air, and on Sunday the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says it set a new daily screening record with over 3 million travelers screened at airports across the country.
Here's why Travel Tuesday can be misleading
Travel Tuesday — the post-Thanksgiving day that promises one-day deals on flights, hotels and cruises — has taken off in recent years.
Illinois braces for record Thanksgiving travel surge
The Thanksgiving travel rush is upon us, marking one of the busiest times of the year for trains, planes, and automobiles.
Illinois braces for record Thanksgiving travel surge
The Thanksgiving travel rush is upon us, marking one of the busiest times of the year for trains, planes, and automobiles.
Buckle up for record Thanksgiving travel rush
The holiday travel rush is on ahead of Thanksgiving Day in the Chicago area.
Millions of Illinois residents expected to hit the road ahead of holiday weather | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois is on pace to break travel records with more than 4 million residents driving 50 miles or more as traffic backs up through the evening.| A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Millions of people hit roads in Chicago for Thanksgiving travel rush
The holiday travel rush is underway with millions of people hitting the roads and the sky in Chicago and across the country.
Flights delayed at O'Hare airport due to weather
Two ground stops were briefly issued at O'Hare Airport on Wednesday morning due to snow and ice.
Illinois drivers hit the road to beat Thanksgiving traffic
People are on the move ahead of Thanksgiving, clogging Chicago-area roads.
These are expected to be the 10 busiest US airports this Thanksgiving
Tens of millions of people are expected to be taking to the skies for Thanksgiving travel and these are the top 10 airports that are expected to be the busiest this week.
Holiday travel ramps up across Chicago with record-breaking numbers expected
AAA is forecasting a record number of Americans will hit the roads and fly the skies this holiday.
List: 5 Illinois highways make it to the top 100 deadliest in the US
In a new study, five Illinois roadways made it to the list of the top 100 deadliest highways in the United States. Thankfully, they were not the deadliest ones.
New travel civility campaign
Some of the busiest travel days of the year are upon us and as the old saying goes, it's time to pack your patience. So many travelers, however, don't leading to viral meltdowns and a miserable time for the rest of us.
Lawmakers fight to keep pay for air traffic controllers during future shutdowns
Flight cancellations were a major disruption during the government shutdown and now a bipartisan group of lawmakers want to protect air traffic controllers.
Illinois rolls out digital IDs for airport security, alcohol purchases
Illinois' secretary of state explains how residents can now use a secure digital driver’s license on their phones, why it doesn’t fully replace the physical card, and what this means for privacy and everyday convenience.
Illinois launches Apple Wallet digital IDs
Illinois residents will be able to add their driver's license or ID to Apple Wallet starting tomorrow.
Sen. Durbin thanks air traffic controllers for going without pay during shutdown: "We can't let that happen"
As airports nationwide continue to rebound after the government shutdown, state leaders are thanking air traffic controllers for keeping travel moving.