Flight cancellations slowing as Fourth of July weekend ends
Airlines had canceled more than 2,200 U.S. flights - and another 23,000 were delayed - since holiday weekend travel picked up on Thursday.
Airlines had canceled more than 2,200 U.S. flights - and another 23,000 were delayed - since holiday weekend travel picked up on Thursday.
Nathan's hot dog eating contest: Joey Chestnut reigns champ again
This is Joey Chestnut's 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. How many do you think he ate this year?
This is Joey Chestnut's 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. How many do you think he ate this year?
Meet the American who wrote 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic'
Julia Ward Howe's epic inspired soldiers to vanquish slavery and it rallies Americans to this day.
Julia Ward Howe's epic inspired soldiers to vanquish slavery and it rallies Americans to this day.
Man loses 156 lbs. in 9 months with diet and exercise: ‘If I can do it, anybody can’
At his heaviest, the Missourian, who travels frequently for his sales job and has “lived on expense accounts” for decades, weighed about 540 pounds.
At his heaviest, the Missourian, who travels frequently for his sales job and has “lived on expense accounts” for decades, weighed about 540 pounds.
Texas ranked 3rd best state for summer road trips, according to study
A report looked at several metrics to find the most fun, scenic, as well as wallet-friendly road trip destinations. Through its findings, the study ranked Houston right behind New York, which took the highest place, and Minnesota.
A report looked at several metrics to find the most fun, scenic, as well as wallet-friendly road trip destinations. Through its findings, the study ranked Houston right behind New York, which took the highest place, and Minnesota.
CDC links Sarasota ice cream maker to deadly listeria outbreak
Officials with the CDC, FDA, and FL Dept. of Health suspected a link between the Sunshine State and nearly 2-dozen listeria cases. Now the CDC says Big Olaf Creamery in Sarasota might be the root of the outbreak.
Officials with the CDC, FDA, and FL Dept. of Health suspected a link between the Sunshine State and nearly 2-dozen listeria cases. Now the CDC says Big Olaf Creamery in Sarasota might be the root of the outbreak.
Houston, Austin ranked among top 10 best cities for BBQ: report
A new report by LawnStarter ranked Houston, and Austin, among the top 10 best cities for barbecue
A new report by LawnStarter ranked Houston, and Austin, among the top 10 best cities for barbecue
July 4th travel: Thousands of flights canceled on busy holiday weekend; more expected
Airlines are struggling to keep up with travel demand that’s meeting pre-pandemic levels.
Airlines are struggling to keep up with travel demand that’s meeting pre-pandemic levels.
Chick-fil-A is America's favorite restaurant for 8th year in a row
Chick-fil-A has maintained its position as America’s favorite restaurant for eight years in a row, according to this latest survey.
Chick-fil-A has maintained its position as America’s favorite restaurant for eight years in a row, according to this latest survey.
FDA: Inflatable neck rings can cause injury to swimming infants
Parents of babies, especially those with developmental delays or special needs, are being warned not to use these neck pillow flotation devices.
Parents of babies, especially those with developmental delays or special needs, are being warned not to use these neck pillow flotation devices.
Chip shortage keeps driving up auto prices, cutting sales
The global semiconductor shortage continues to cause production problems for the auto industry.
The global semiconductor shortage continues to cause production problems for the auto industry.
The secret to winning the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest could be the weather
The world-famous contest will grip the eyes and stomachs of spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme.
The world-famous contest will grip the eyes and stomachs of spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme.
New restaurant in the Woodlands offers taste of Indian royalty
It’s a one-of-kind eclectic Indian restaurant inspired by the fictional story of a modern princess. Amrina, located at 3 Waterway Square Place in The Woodlands has spared no expense in providing a taste of Indian royalty.
It’s a one-of-kind eclectic Indian restaurant inspired by the fictional story of a modern princess. Amrina, located at 3 Waterway Square Place in The Woodlands has spared no expense in providing a taste of Indian royalty.
Electric vehicle battery myths v. facts: The debate over ‘green’
As demand for electric vehicles grows, innovation follows and companies are looking at more environmentally friendly options when it comes to the controversial manufacturing of EV batteries.
As demand for electric vehicles grows, innovation follows and companies are looking at more environmentally friendly options when it comes to the controversial manufacturing of EV batteries.
Airline to debut next-level sleeping pods for economy class flights
Passengers can now get some shut-eye in their very own sleeping space to ease the burden of a long flight.
Passengers can now get some shut-eye in their very own sleeping space to ease the burden of a long flight.
Best, worst states for summer road trips in 2022: report
If you are planning to hit the road this summer but are not sure where to go, you might want to consider New York state.
If you are planning to hit the road this summer but are not sure where to go, you might want to consider New York state.
Missing mustard: Why this condiment could be absent at your next cookout
Extreme heat in western Canada last July is to blame for the missing mustard.
Extreme heat in western Canada last July is to blame for the missing mustard.
Austin Chronicle looking for nominations for best Austin restaurants
Best of Austin: Restaurants will celebrate the city's best restaurants and favorite dishes as chosen by Austin Chronicle readers.
Best of Austin: Restaurants will celebrate the city's best restaurants and favorite dishes as chosen by Austin Chronicle readers.
Summer travel: July Fourth weekend another test for airlines struggling to meet demand
Problems were already popping up ahead of the holiday weekend: American canceled 8% of its flights Tuesday and Wednesday, while United srubbed 4% of its schedule.
Problems were already popping up ahead of the holiday weekend: American canceled 8% of its flights Tuesday and Wednesday, while United srubbed 4% of its schedule.
Falling gas prices welcome news for Fourth of July travelers looking to avoid airport delays
Flight delays and cancellations may push more people to drive for the Independence Day holiday.
Flight delays and cancellations may push more people to drive for the Independence Day holiday.