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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.