Texas gas prices rise as national average spikes again

Texas prices for a gallon of gas are trending up again as oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel, according to AAA.

Dallas transportation guide FIFA World Cup 2026 : Flights, trains and match day parking

North Texas is gearing up for "nine Super Bowls" this summer as officials unveil a massive transit plan to move millions of soccer fans across the metroplex for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Spirit Airlines’ $500 million rescue funding talks face setback

Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.

Dive into adventure in Turks and Caicos | Austin Travels
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Pam LeBlanc from Austin Travels shares how she dove into adventure in Turks and Caicos and about a pretty unique experience down there and in that surrounding area.  

Summer travel: Shorter, closer trips on the rise
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Summer travel is shaping up a little differently this year. According to the US Travel Association, more Americans are choosing maybe shorter, closer to home trips and focusing on value. Consumer analyst and travel expert Regina Lewis joins Good Day Austin to talk more about it.

Budget airlines push for up to $2.5 billion in government relief

Budget airline executives are calling for substantial financial support as skyrocketing fuel costs force carriers to overhaul their business models to alleviate rising expenses.

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.

Trump suggests bailout or merger as Spirit Airlines faces mounting costs

President Donald Trump hinted at helping Spirit Airlines as the budget carrier has struggled to recover amid soaring operational costs, weak demand, and high debt.

Soaring jet fuel prices threaten to drive up summer travel costs

Americans who will be traveling this summer could see the cost of their summer vacations jump due to the spike in jet fuel prices.

Air Canada suspending flights to JFK over rising jet fuel costs

Air Canada plans to suspend service to New York’s JFK International airport starting June 1 amid an airline industry struggling with high fuel costs and dwindling supplies.

American Airlines says no thanks to United merger

The idea of a merger between American Airlines and United Airlines appears to be going nowhere.

Spirit’s bankruptcy uncertain as jet fuel prices soar

Spirit Airlines is grappling with an increasingly difficult road out of bankruptcy as it faces hurdles dealing with rising jet fuel prices affecting the airline industry.

California woman served 14 drinks on Carnival cruise wins lawsuit after fall

A federal jury in Florida has found the cruise line company Carnival liable for injuries sustained by a woman who fell while heavily intoxicated aboard one of its cruises. The woman also alleged that a crewmember’s false statement prevented her from investigating whether she had been sexually assaulted.

United Airlines CEO pitched American Airlines merger in talks with Trump

United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years. 

Travel warning expanded for Nigeria, embassy staff allowed to leave

The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave. 

Anna Kepner stepbrother charged with murder in Florida teen's cruise ship death

Anna Kepner's 16-year-old stepbrother has been charged with first-degree murder after the 18-year-old Florida teenager was found dead aboard Carnival's Horizon cruise ship during a family vacation in November 2025, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced Monday.

Woman faked bomb threat involving ex-boyfriend after breakup: police

A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.

Global air chief warns it could take months to replenish jet fuel supply

Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz. 

ICE arrested over 800 people after tips from TSA, data shows

Immigration and Customs Enforcement data reveals that the Transportation Security Administration furnished information on thousands of travelers for possible immigration enforcement.