Atlanta air traffic controllers feeling strain from government shutdown
Some air traffic controllers in Atlanta spent part of their Tuesday educating flyers about how the shutdown is affecting them just one day after the federal employees missed their first full paycheck.
Cartel ‘narco-banners’ warn Americans in Mexican resort: Expert
Two alleged “narco-banners” warning Americans to stay out of Mexico’s Los Cabos region have fueled fears of cartel intimidation, though local officials insist the signs never existed.
Delta announces new flight between Atlanta and Saudi Arabia
Delta Air Lines will launch direct flights from Atlanta to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in October 2026 as part of a major international expansion.
Major airports issue ground stops due to air traffic controller staffing shortages amid government shutdown
Major U.S. airports, including Reagan National, Newark and LaGuardia face ground stops or delays due to air traffic controller staffing shortages during the government shutdown.
Alaska Airlines resumes operations after an IT outage grounds flights for hours
Alaska Airlines said more than 200 flights were canceled because of the outage and the company is working to help travelers affected by the disruption.
Alaska Airlines grounds flights due to technology outage: What to know
An information technology outage has prompted Alaska Airlines to ground its planes, the airline said Thursday.
Hartsfield-Jackson warns of longer checkpoint waits due to staffing shortages
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is warning travelers to expect longer-than-usual wait times at security checkpoints due to staffing shortages.
Louvre museum robbery: Jewels gone in daring heist
Thieves stole items from the Louvre, one of Paris’ most iconic attractions, Sunday morning as tourists were already inside. Here’s what French officials said happened.
Southwest Airlines unveils new Boeing 737 with redesigned cabin featuring in-seat power, larger overhead bins
Southwest Airlines has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX with an updated cabin featuring new seats with in-seat power and larger overhead bins.
Passenger allegedly assaults Alaska Airlines crew members, forces emergency landing at Boise Airport
A 61-year-old woman was arrested Tuesday after allegedly attacking at least one Alaska Airlines crew member on a flight from Portland, Oregon, to Dallas, prompting an emergency landing at Boise Airport in Idaho.
Atlanta's airport sees 4th busiest day as shutdown strains TSA, air traffic controllers
TSA expects to screen 114,000 passengers at Atlanta’s airport, nearing an all-time record during the federal shutdown.
Ground stop at Atlanta's airport lifted after tower evacuated | What we know
Expect even longer delays at Atlanta's airport after the air traffic control tower was evacuated on Friday afternoon.
Atlanta air traffic controllers work without pay as shutdown impacts flights nationwide
Air traffic controllers nationwide are working without pay during the government shutdown, including those at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport.
What you can and can't get if your flight is delayed or canceled during the shutdown
Flight delays are increasing as the government shutdown strains air traffic control. Here’s what you can and cannot do if your flight gets canceled or delayed.
As government shutdown continues, flight delays could soon pick up
The government shutdown is starting to impact air travel as call-outs at air traffic control towers are causing flight delays and cancellations.
American Airlines ditches bag sizers at airport boarding gates
American Airlines has removed bag sizers at its boarding gates across the U.S. meaning fliers won’t have to squeeze their bags inside the metal contraptions to make sure their bag will fit in the overhead compartment.
Nearly 100 aboard Royal Caribbean ship fall ill in norovirus outbreak
This latest incident is the 19th cruise ship outbreak the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has tracked this year.
Canada updates US travel advisory, cautions 2SLGBTQI+ citizens
The guidance highlights changes in U.S. federal processes and notes that laws affecting travelers can vary widely across states.
Stowaway found dead in American Airlines plane landing gear compartment at Charlotte airport
Authorities are investigating after a maintenance crew found a deceased individual.
American Airlines teams with luxury brands to woo premium travelers
As demand for economy seating continues to lag, airlines are shelling out upgrades to maximize returns from travelers willing to pay more. Here's what American Airlines is offering.



















