Delta under investigation after global software outage
Air travel problems across the country started Friday when an update from the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike caused Microsoft outages. The U.S. Department of Transportation has opened an investigation into Delta to ensure the airline is taking care of its passengers amid widespread disruptions.
Delta struggles to recover from global tech outage, stranding tens of thousands
Delta Air Lines is struggling for a fourth straight day to recover from the tech outage, even as other airlines are returning to nearly normal levels of service.
Chicago travel delays brought on by global Microsoft outage
A worldwide software outage ended up canceling flights and causing delays at Chicago airports and slowing down Metra trains.
Couple killed in Hawaii helicopter crash; Search suspended for missing pilot, passenger
A Kentucky couple, James and Amy Nichole Ruark Quintua, tragically lost their lives while on vacation in Hawaii when their tour helicopter crashed on July 11 off the Na Pali Coast.
The Mirage Las Vegas says goodbye after 34 years
The Mirage will be transformed into a Hard Rock Hotel set to be shaped like a guitar.
America's best cities, ranked for 2024 on a number of factors
Discover the top-ranked cities in America for 2024 according to Resonance, a global consulting firm, which evaluated factors like livability, culture, economic opportunities, and more.
Delta changing uniform policy after controversy over Palestinian flag pins
Delta Air Lines will no longer allow its employees to wear pins representing any country besides the United States starting on Monday after two of its flights attendants were photographed wearing Palestinian flag pins.
Five people escape SUV after it plunges into inactive Yellowstone geyser
Five people were taken to the hospital after swerving their vehicle into an inactive geyser in Yellowstone National Park.
Alaska raises cruise tourism limits as overtourism concerns grow
Alaska will consider a new policy to limit the number of visitors to its capital, Juneau, amid concerns about the impact of overtourism, expanding on measures introduced last year.
Video: Smoke seen shooting from plane at Tampa International Airport moments before take-off
Travel plans were thwarted for passengers on board an American Airlines flight in Tampa after the plane experienced mechanical issues moments before taking off on Wednesday morning.
FAA mandates inspections of Boeing 737 oxygen masks for safety compliance
The FAA has mandated inspections of over 2,600 Boeing 737 airplanes to ensure oxygen masks are functioning properly and won't fail during an emergency.
Boeing agrees to plea deal to avoid criminal trial over deadly 737 Max crashes
Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge in order to avoid a criminal trial related to two deadly crashes involving 737 MAX jetliners.
Holiday travel rush cranks up ahead of Fourth of July
Chicago roads and airports are filling up with Fourth of July travelers making their way across the country for the holiday.
World's first 'smart highway' to be built in Michigan
A stretch of I-94 between Ann Arbor and Detroit will soon become the world's first "smart highway." The new technology would allow vehicles to operate more efficiently without the driver's help. Using sensors that most newer vehicles already have, towers along the highway will create a network that allows each car to communicate with one another.
Boeing's woes continue
Here's the latest on Boeing's troubles.
Fourth of July weather: Who will have holiday travel headaches?
Here are some potential weather trouble spots across the country day-by-day through the weekend after the Fourth so you can plan your holiday.
Disney Cruise Line setting sail on first Asia-based ship in 2025
Disney Adventure's homeport will be Marina Bay Cruise Centre in Singapore.
Millions of Americans hit the road for 4th of July weekend
The 4th of July holiday is just around the corner and this could be one for the record books. AAA estimates that 71,000,000 Americans will hit the rails road and skies this year.
Officials investigate Southwest flight that departed from closed runway
There is a heightened focus on the aviation industry after a spate of runway incursions and near-miss events at airports nationwide.
Fourth of July travel picks up steam at O'Hare Airport
July Fourth travel is already ramping up to record levels in Chicago, a week out from Independence Day celebrations.