Severe weather prompts ground stop at Chicago airports, leaves thousands without power
The ground stop issued for Chicago airports by the FAA Wednesday morning as severe weather swept through the area has ended.
Chicago aviation expert weighs in on United's nationwide ground stop
United Airlines has resumed its flights after experiencing a nationwide ground stop on Tuesday.
Millions of Americans travel home as Labor Day weekend wraps up
This is the best time to travel home to avoid traffic.
Millions head home after Labor Day weekend travel
How smooth is travel going this Monday?
Man shot, critically wounded in CTA Orange Line shooting
The shooting occurred at the Western stop, which is just a few stops before the Midway Airport stop.
Chicago flights canceled: Severe weather causes travel issues for thousands in the area
If you are traveling, check the status of your flight before heading to the airport and plan extra time in your commute.
Tornado touches down near O'Hare Airport: NWS
The severe weather in the Chicago area affected many travelers at O'Hare and Midway airports.
TSA stopped 49 firearms at Chicago airports in first half of 2023
TSA officials intercepted 49 firearms at airport security checkpoints in Chicago as of June 30, according to an agency news release.
Chicago weather: Nearly 9 inches of rain reported in some areas during record-setting storm
Nearly 9 inches of rain fell in some places of the Chicago area Sunday, a record-setting storm that forced the CTA and Metra to shut down some train lines, closed some expressways, flooded viaducts throughout Chicago and played havoc with the NASCAR race in Grant Park.
Storms cause ground stop, flight delays, cancelations at O'Hare ahead of holiday weekend
Strong storms in the area Thursday afternoon caused a Ground Stop at Chicago’s O'Hare International Airport. It lasted for about an hour, but before that there was already an influx of canceled and delayed flights.
Exciting new offerings at Midway Airport: Retail and food brands galore
Midway Airport is set to unveil a host of new retail and food options as part of its ongoing modernization efforts.
Chicago's Midway Airport ranked highest in delays and cancelations, data reveals
Chicago travelers received unwelcome news as it was revealed that one of the city's airports experienced the highest number of delays and cancelations last year.
Chicago's Midway Airport ranked highest in delays and cancelations, data reveals
Chicago travelers received unwelcome news as it was revealed that one of the city's airports experienced the highest number of delays and cancelations last year.
Ripple effect: Flight delays reported in Chicago due to poor air quality on East Coast
Poor air quality on the East Coast due to Canadian wildfires is postponing sporting events, as well as causing flight delays in the Midwest, including in Chicago.
Former Southwest Airlines customer-service agent is charged with fraud in voucher-selling scheme
A former Southwest Airlines customer-service agent has been indicted and charged with fraud for allegedly making and selling travel vouchers worth nearly $1.9 million.
Summer travel: How to make sure you are getting compensated for canceled flights
Canceled flight? Here's how to make sure you are compensated correctly.
Memorial Day travel update: Illinois and nationwide
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced the suspension of construction work throughout the long holiday weekend and the reopening of lanes wherever possible.
Memorial Day weekend: Chicago airports prepare for busy travel days
Approximately 1.5 million people are expected to pass through both of Chicago's airports between Thursday and Tuesday.
Airline accountability in focus as White House works on regulations to safeguard passengers
In a move to protect passengers, the White House is working on new regulations that would require airlines to pay-up for certain flight delays and cancelations.
Michigan men fly to Chicago airport with 44 pounds of fentanyl in checked bags: DEA
Two men were arrested at Midway Airport on Tuesday after they were caught with 44 pounds of fentanyl in their check bags, officials say.