Federal official claims White House didn't want to tell seniors not to fly

The White House overruled health officials who wanted to recommend that elderly and physically fragile Americans be advised not to fly on commercial airlines because of the new coronavirus, a federal official told The Associated Press.

Travel chaos erupts as Italy quarantines north to halt COVID-19 coronavirus

Italy announced a sweeping quarantine early Sunday for its northern regions, igniting travel chaos as it restricted the movements of a quarter of its people in a bid to halt the new coronavirus' relentless march across Europe.

Medical professional screening passengers at LAX airport tests positive for coronavirus

A medical professional screening passengers at Los Angeles International Airport was diagnosed with COVID-19 coronavirus, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

Atlanta couple quarantined during cruise declared coronavirus-free

An Atlanta couple who contracted the coronavirus on the Diamond Princess Cruise last month has been declared virus-free.

Atlanta 'business as usual' despite coronavirus concerns

The threat over a potential coronavirus outbreak has many businesses worried, but for the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau, it is business as usual.

United Airlines latest to offer fee waivers to Italy amid coronavirus outbreak

Travelers who booked flights through the airline will have the option to change to alternate flights without incurring fees (under certain conditions).

Dominican Republic turns back cruise ship amid coronavirus fears

A joint statement by the Public Health Ministry and Port Authority said that the captain of the Braemar reported four Filipinos, two British citizens and two U.S. citizens were under medical observation for symptoms such as fever, coughing, or breathing difficulty.

Delta reduces flights to Korea as virus outbreak spreads

Delta Air Lines is sharply cutting back on flights between the U.S. and Seoul, South Korea due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Atlanta couple tests positive for the coronavirus on cruise ship

Renee and Clyde Smith are in a Tokyo hospital after testing positive for the coronavirus while on a cruise ship. 

Packaged dead birds seized at Washington Dulles International Airport

Customs officials at Washington Dulles International Airport made a grisly discovery in late January when a package that a passenger described as cat food turned out to be dozens of dead birds.