This US airport was named the busiest in the world; see the full list
The list reflects the busiest airports in 2023 and several U.S.-based airports made the top 10.
Chicago's West Side receives $2M federal grant for transportation improvements
Some federal grant money has been announced to help reconnect communities on Chicago's West Side.
20kg of ketamine seized from international traveler at O'Hare
An international traveler was accused of trying to smuggle 20 kilograms of ketamine in his luggage last weekend at O'Hare Airport.
40 protesters arrested outside O'Hare Airport for blocking traffic; forcing people to walk to terminals
Chicago police arrested 40 pro-Palestine protesters who blocked traffic on westbound Interstate 190, cutting off traffic to O'Hare Airport on Monday morning.
Chicago-area veterans receive huge welcome home after returning from honor flight: 'It was unbelievable!'
Cheers erupted from Midway International Airport as Chicago-area veterans returned from an honor flight after visiting the nation's capitol.
Production issues leading to plane shortage ahead of summer travel surge
Production issues for Boeing have created a domino effect in the airline industry. As global travel rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, there are growing concerns about whether airlines will be able to meet the high demand for the busy summer season.
Norfolk Southern agrees to $600 million settlement for East Palestine train derailment
The company whose freight train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, causing a massive chemical spill last year has reached a $600 million settlement agreement with residents.
O'Hare International Airport adds new nonstop flight to Rome with ITA Airways
Travelers at O'Hare International Airport can now book a new, nonstop flight to Rome, thanks to ITA Airways.
CTA adding more L service throughout spring, summer
The Chicago Transit Authority says it’s taking an important step toward boosting the frequency of rail service to pre-pandemic levels and addressing enduring complaints of inadequate L service.
Crime, politics driving more Americans to move to Europe
A growing number of Americans are becoming ex-Americans and they give two main reasons for leaving the U.S. behind. Alex Hogan reports.
Woman removed from Delta flight over 'too revealing' clothing, calls for policy change
A woman was escorted off of a Delta flight after she was told her clothing was "too revealing." Now, she's calling for change.
Woman removed from Delta flight over 'too revealing' clothing sparks controversy, calls for policy change
A woman was escorted off of a Delta flight after she was told her clothing was "too revealing."
'POGO': What to do if your car goes in the water
A cargo ship collision with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Bridge led to its collapse, causing several cars to plunge into the water. Authorities offer survival tips for such emergencies, advising individuals to remember "POGO."
Ventra users hit with issues during morning commute
Commuters were running into issues purchasing tickets through the Ventra app Tuesday morning.
Ventra users hit with issues during morning commute
Commuters were running into issues purchasing tickets through the Ventra app Tuesday morning.
CTA Brown Line service restored after fire
Brown Line trains are operating as normal after being partially shut down on the North Side due to a fire Sunday morning.
Boeing facing backlash after plane lands with missing panel
More trouble in the skies for Boeing. A United flight out of San Francisco landed in Oregon with a missing panel.
United Airlines flight lands in Oregon with missing panel
A Boeing 737 that left San Francisco arrived in Oregon with a missing panel. The plane landed at the airport in Medford without incident. The external panel was discovered missing during a post-flight inspection.
Man found safe after being reported missing at O'Hare airport
Jacob Moore, 23, was found safe on Saturday, according to Chicago police.
50 people injured by 'strong movement' on Boeing plane flying from Australia to New Zealand
At least 50 people were injured Monday after a LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner "dipped so dramatically into a nose dive for a couple of seconds" during a flight to New Zealand.