Chicago named the 'Best Big City' in the US for 10th straight year
Chicago has been named the “Best Big City" in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler in their annual Readers' Choice Awards for the 10th straight year.
Chicago has been named the “Best Big City" in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler in their annual Readers' Choice Awards for the 10th straight year.
New federal DOT rule to leave air travelers with fewer compensation options for flight disruptions
A new Department of Transportation (DOT) rule set to start this month could make it harder for some travelers to get compensation for certain flight disruptions.
A new Department of Transportation (DOT) rule set to start this month could make it harder for some travelers to get compensation for certain flight disruptions.
Texas just had its most expensive September ever for gasoline
Gas prices continue to squeeze wallets in Texas.
Gas prices continue to squeeze wallets in Texas.
No sitting allowed for TSA officers checking travel documents, new rules state
The Transportation Security Administration has started requiring its Travel Document Checkers to stand during their shifts.
The Transportation Security Administration has started requiring its Travel Document Checkers to stand during their shifts.
2026 holiday travel: Thanksgiving, Christmas airfares reach highest prices in a decade
Holiday travel costs are reaching decade-high levels because of rising fuel prices, fewer flights and higher fees, prompting travelers to book early and avoid peak travel days.
Holiday travel costs are reaching decade-high levels because of rising fuel prices, fewer flights and higher fees, prompting travelers to book early and avoid peak travel days.
Flydubai plane makes emergency landing after co-pilot tries to crash jetliner
An Israel-bound passenger plane had to make an emergency landing after the co-pilot reportedly stabbed the captain in what may have been an attempted “terror attack," officials said.
An Israel-bound passenger plane had to make an emergency landing after the co-pilot reportedly stabbed the captain in what may have been an attempted “terror attack," officials said.
Here's why airfare prices could stay high even if price of oil falls
Jet fuel prices may fall, but travelers shouldn’t expect cheaper flights anytime soon. Here's why.
Jet fuel prices may fall, but travelers shouldn’t expect cheaper flights anytime soon. Here's why.
Probe underway as 7 flight attendants sickened by baffling odor on major airline
An incoming flight to Hawaii prompted an emergency response after multiple crew members began feeling ill during the journey.
An incoming flight to Hawaii prompted an emergency response after multiple crew members began feeling ill during the journey.
Outdated FAA systems blamed for flight disruptions as officials seek $30B modernization funding
Thousands of flights across the Northeast were delayed or canceled after an equipment failure and a severed fiber-optic cable exposed vulnerabilities in the nation’s aging air traffic control system.
Thousands of flights across the Northeast were delayed or canceled after an equipment failure and a severed fiber-optic cable exposed vulnerabilities in the nation’s aging air traffic control system.
TSA alert: Your carry-on bag may need to be checked after all
Travelers hoping to skip baggage claim when they fly by packing everything into their carry-on bags may end up having to check their luggage anyway, thanks to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) new security scanners.
Travelers hoping to skip baggage claim when they fly by packing everything into their carry-on bags may end up having to check their luggage anyway, thanks to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) new security scanners.
Popular South Pacific destination declares HIV emergency as infections surge 12-fold
A popular South Pacific destination has declared a national HIV emergency after infections surged dramatically, with one in 60 adults now living with the virus.
A popular South Pacific destination has declared a national HIV emergency after infections surged dramatically, with one in 60 adults now living with the virus.
Major airlines adjust flight schedules as jet fuel prices surge
American, United and Southwest Airlines are adjusting flight capacity and schedules as higher jet fuel prices increase operating costs.
American, United and Southwest Airlines are adjusting flight capacity and schedules as higher jet fuel prices increase operating costs.
3 dead in rare ‘airport malaria’ outbreak near major travel hub
Three people have died and at least four others have contracted malaria in a rare outbreak believed to be linked to infected mosquitoes transported aboard flights to a major airport.
Three people have died and at least four others have contracted malaria in a rare outbreak believed to be linked to infected mosquitoes transported aboard flights to a major airport.
These US beaches are home to some of America's most venomous snakes
Beachgoers may be watching for rip currents, rough surf or even sharks, but snakes aren’t the first thing that comes to mind when heading to the beach.
Beachgoers may be watching for rip currents, rough surf or even sharks, but snakes aren’t the first thing that comes to mind when heading to the beach.
Ranked: The best & worst airports for 2026, according to JDPower
Passengers had better experiences at airports this year, a new survey found, in part because of multi-billion dollar construction projects that have improved passenger experience.
Passengers had better experiences at airports this year, a new survey found, in part because of multi-billion dollar construction projects that have improved passenger experience.
US issues new travel warning over crime, unrest and unexploded ordnance
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for an Southeast Asian destination, citing crime, unrest and unexploded ordnance.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for an Southeast Asian destination, citing crime, unrest and unexploded ordnance.
Chatsworth helicopter crash: 3 killed, including NBCLA pilot and aerial reporter
A news helicopter providing coverage for NBCLA crashed in Chatsworth, killing three people.
A news helicopter providing coverage for NBCLA crashed in Chatsworth, killing three people.
Fall cruises | Monday Manners
A fall cruise is one way to see the world while enjoying cooler temperatures and the changing colors of the season. However, taking a cruise isn't the same as a road trip, and knowing a few etiquette basics can make the experience more enjoyable for everyone on board. Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman has a few tips.
A fall cruise is one way to see the world while enjoying cooler temperatures and the changing colors of the season. However, taking a cruise isn't the same as a road trip, and knowing a few etiquette basics can make the experience more enjoyable for everyone on board. Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman has a few tips.
Diesel fuel nears $6 in Texas as price hits record high
Diesel fuel prices have hit a record high in Texas as the cost-per-gallon approaches $6.
Diesel fuel prices have hit a record high in Texas as the cost-per-gallon approaches $6.
American Airlines passenger accused of undressing, behaving indecently
Law enforcement officers met an American Airlines flight at Miami International Airport after a female passenger allegedly undressed and behaved indecently during the flight.
Law enforcement officers met an American Airlines flight at Miami International Airport after a female passenger allegedly undressed and behaved indecently during the flight.