Spirit Airlines shutdown disrupts travel nationwide, leaves 17,000 workers jobless
The sudden collapse of Spirit Airlines has caused major travel disruptions at O’Hare and across the country while thousands of employees scramble for jobs and assistance after losing income and benefits overnight.
The sudden collapse of Spirit Airlines has caused major travel disruptions at O’Hare and across the country while thousands of employees scramble for jobs and assistance after losing income and benefits overnight.
United Airlines offers ‘capped fares’ to stranded Spirit passengers; what to know | ChicagoLIVE
Laura Mandile of United Airlines explains how the company is helping travelers affected by Spirit Airlines’ shutdown.
Laura Mandile of United Airlines explains how the company is helping travelers affected by Spirit Airlines’ shutdown.
Spirit Airlines shutdown raises concerns about fares and refunds
Julian Kheel of Points Path breaks down what Spirit Airlines’ sudden shutdown means for stranded passengers, refund options, and how the loss of a major low-cost carrier could impact ticket prices.
Julian Kheel of Points Path breaks down what Spirit Airlines’ sudden shutdown means for stranded passengers, refund options, and how the loss of a major low-cost carrier could impact ticket prices.
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship kills 3 people, others sickened
A hantavirus outbreak was suspected of killing three people and sickening at least three others on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean this weekend, according to world health officials.
A hantavirus outbreak was suspected of killing three people and sickening at least three others on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean this weekend, according to world health officials.
Expert analysis: What's next after Spirit Airlines shuts down?
The discount carrier abruptly ceased operations, ending service to multiple destinations from O’Hare amid ongoing bankruptcy struggles and rising fuel costs, with no customer service available for stranded travelers.
The discount carrier abruptly ceased operations, ending service to multiple destinations from O’Hare amid ongoing bankruptcy struggles and rising fuel costs, with no customer service available for stranded travelers.
O'Hare Airport travelers react to sudden shutdown of Spirit Airlines
Chicago’s aviation department is warning travelers to make new plans after Spirit Airlines abruptly stopped operating, disrupting flights at O’Hare International Airport.
Chicago’s aviation department is warning travelers to make new plans after Spirit Airlines abruptly stopped operating, disrupting flights at O’Hare International Airport.
What O'Hare Airport travelers should know after Spirit Airlines suddenly shuts down
Flying through O'Hare? Here’s what to know after Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down.
Flying through O'Hare? Here’s what to know after Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down.
US warns travelers to reconsider visits to scenic destination amid rising security concerns
The U.S. State Department is urging Americans to reconsider travel to a lesser-known destination, maintaining a Level 3 advisory due to safety and security concerns.
The U.S. State Department is urging Americans to reconsider travel to a lesser-known destination, maintaining a Level 3 advisory due to safety and security concerns.
DHS shutdown fallout sparks TSA staffing crisis as lawmakers clash over funding
After a 76-day government shutdown, DHS officials warn of lasting disruptions, including TSA workforce losses and ongoing political disputes over border security funding and staffing recovery.
After a 76-day government shutdown, DHS officials warn of lasting disruptions, including TSA workforce losses and ongoing political disputes over border security funding and staffing recovery.
Spirit Airlines moves toward shutdown after rescue deal collapses: report
Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations after failing to secure a $500 million government lifeline.
Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations after failing to secure a $500 million government lifeline.
New passports featuring Trump’s image unveiled by State Department
The State Department is rolling out passports with President Donald Trump’s image prominently featured on the inside cover. Here's what to know.
The State Department is rolling out passports with President Donald Trump’s image prominently featured on the inside cover. Here's what to know.
Crew member on Norwegian cruise ship falls overboard near Cape Cod
A Norwegian crew member is missing after reportedly being seen falling overboard on security video this weekend off the coast of Massachusetts.
A Norwegian crew member is missing after reportedly being seen falling overboard on security video this weekend off the coast of Massachusetts.
Lawmakers push back as Trump administration weighs Spirit Airlines bailout
The White House is reportedly considering a $500 million rescue plan for Spirit Airlines, but the proposal faces bipartisan skepticism on Capitol Hill.
The White House is reportedly considering a $500 million rescue plan for Spirit Airlines, but the proposal faces bipartisan skepticism on Capitol Hill.
United Airlines ticket prices may increase amid surging jet fuel costs, company says
United Airlines said ticket prices could rise 15%–20% due to surging jet fuel costs.
United Airlines said ticket prices could rise 15%–20% due to surging jet fuel costs.
Mexico pyramid shooting: 6 Americans among those hurt
Six Americans were among those hurt when a gunman opened fire on tourists visiting a popular archaeological pyramid site in Mexico.
Six Americans were among those hurt when a gunman opened fire on tourists visiting a popular archaeological pyramid site in Mexico.
$50 billion in oil lost in 50 days of Iran war, analysis finds
The war in Iran has shaken up financial markets and the oil industry, so much so that an estimated $50 billion in oil has not been produced globally since the war began, according to a Reuters analysis.
The war in Iran has shaken up financial markets and the oil industry, so much so that an estimated $50 billion in oil has not been produced globally since the war began, according to a Reuters analysis.
Summer travel forecast: Jet fuel crisis could mean more than just higher fares
Experts say summer travelers should prepare not just for higher prices, but also for fewer flights, “more schedule volatility and fewer low-fare options" if the Iran war continues.
Experts say summer travelers should prepare not just for higher prices, but also for fewer flights, “more schedule volatility and fewer low-fare options" if the Iran war continues.
United flight from Chicago evacuated due to ‘security concern,’ airline says
A United Airlines flight from Chicago to New York City was diverted to Pittsburgh and evacuated due to a "potential security concern" on Saturday.
A United Airlines flight from Chicago to New York City was diverted to Pittsburgh and evacuated due to a "potential security concern" on Saturday.
Flights cut at O'Hare Airport to address delays
The FAA says you'll soon have fewer options at O'Hare Airport as the agency is cutting back on daily flights
The FAA says you'll soon have fewer options at O'Hare Airport as the agency is cutting back on daily flights
FAA to cut daily flights at O'Hare Airport by 300+ this summer
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce daily flight operations at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, the agency announced Thursday.
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce daily flight operations at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, the agency announced Thursday.