United Airlines Employee Appears To Threaten To Call ICE On Passenger: 'You Don't Act Like A Citizen'

Julio Varela told CBS News that the incident began when an employee, who has not been identified, was rude and dismissive to him.

Chicago Airports Expecting More Than 2 Million Travelers For Memorial Day Weekend

The majority of travelers will be flying in and out of O'Hare Airport, with another 300,000 going through Midway.

American Airlines Flight From Miami Lands In Chicago With Two Flat Tires

Passengers told CBS News Chicago they had to wait almost two hours to get off the plane. The FAA said passengers were bused to the terminal.

Travelers Rattled After Flight To O'Hare Is Diverted To Detroit Due To Unruly Passenger

"There was a guy who came on the plane with a machine gun who said, 'Put your head down and hands up,'" said passenger Esther Sutofsky.

FAA To Meet Again With Airlines On Possible Flight Reductions At O'Hare

Officials said the reduction in flights will help ensure the remaining flights are on time, and increase safety.

1,000 Flights Canceled At Chicago Airports Ahead Of Snow, Dangerous Winds

As of 4:25 p.m., 793 flights had been canceled at O’Hare within 24 hours and 107 flights had been canceled at Midway.

Ground Delay Issued At O'Hare Airport On Tuesday After Pipe Burst At Control Tower

A burst pipe caused a ground delay at Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday morning.

Dozens Of Flights Canceled At O'Hare Due To Maduro's Capture In Venezuela

Flights to Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Aruba and other destinations near Venezuela were canceled.

CBP Seize 'Nonhuman Primate Meat' From Passenger At Chicago Airport

Authorities say prohibited items are seized and destroyed.

United Airlines Flight From Chicago To Orange County, California, Diverted To Rockford

The Boeing 737 had 125 passengers, two pilots, and three flight attendants on board.

Nearly 100 Flights Canceled At Chicago's O'Hare, Midway Airports Amid FAA Mandate

As of 6:30 a.m., 79 flights were canceled at O'Hare International Airport and 18 flights were canceled at Midway International Airport.

Travelers At O'Hare Experience Delays As Some U.S. Airspace Could Close Due To Government Shutdown

Closing airspace is what the Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy said is a possibility if they don't reach an agreement soon.

2 United Planes Collide On Runway At Chicago's O'Hare Airport

The flight had just arrived from Wyoming when it struck the other aircraft, a United spokesperson said.

Delays Possible At Chicago Airports Amid Government Shutdown

The shutdown immediately impacts federal workers, including TSA workers and air traffic controllers.

Chicago Flights Significantly Delayed Due To Thunderstorms

Departures from the airport were delayed an hour on average as of 6:30 p.m.

U.S. State Dept. Places Mexico Under Level 2 Travel Advisory; Chicago Area Teen Was Shot During Visit

The State Department said Mexico is under a Level 2 advisory, and people should be cautious of terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.

Major Change May Be Coming To Airport Security In Illinois

For those used to confusion and stress in airport TSA lines, a major change to the rules may make your life easier soon.

Nearly 2 Million People Expected To Pass Through Chicago Airports For July 4th Travel

Between last Friday and this upcoming Monday, American Airlines will operate nearly 5,000 flights from O'Hare, 20% more than last year.

Chicagoans Journey To Rome To Celebrate Hometown Pope Leo XIV At Formal Papal Installation

Born and bred in the Beverly neighborhood, Roccasalva made a last-minute decision to come to Rome and attend Pope Leo's inaugural Mass.

This Chicago Airport Among Worst For Memorial Day Delays: Ranking

About 3.51 million travelers are expected to reach their destination by plane this holiday weekend. Expect a wait at this Chicago airport.

Chicago Among Top 10 Best Summer Travel Destinations: Ranking

The ranking considered travel expenses and hassles, local costs, attractions, weather, activities and safety.

Chicago Ranks In Top 10 Among Busiest Airports Worldwide

The Chicago airport served more than 73 million passengers and clocked more than 720,000 takeoffs and landings in 2023, a ranking says.

Ground Stop Issued At Chicago's O'Hare, Midway Airports Amid Thunderstorms

Nearly 250 flights at O'Hare are delayed and over 30 flights are delayed at Midway.

US Airport Nasal Swabbing Expanding To Chicago, Miami

The nation's top public health agency is expanding a program that tests international travelers for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases.

Some Travelers Still Stuck At Chicago Airports This Christmas

The total number of cancellations Sunday night was 198 at Midway and 24 at O'Hare. Southwest Airlines was affected in particular on Sunday.

Chicago's Midway Airport Plans To Open Lounge For Customers In 2024

Airport officials announced plans to open a lounge for premium customers within the next year.

O'Hare, Midway Ranked In Top 20 In North America Airports By JD Power

J.D. Power ranked U.S. airports based on overall satisfaction, finding travelers are mostly satisfied despite major operational chall

O'Hare Has The Best Airport Food In The World, Publication Says

The midwestern hub received Global Traveler’s Trazee Award for “Favorite Airport Dining” for the fourth year in a row.

Airlines Advise Travelers To Check Weather Conditions Before Heading To The Airport

Most airlines are allowing customers to re-book without paying any extra charges.

O'Hare And Midway Airports Prep For Winter Storm Ahead Of Busy Christmas Weekend

The Chicago Department of Aviation expects nearly 3 million passengers for the Christmas weekend.

'Some Hellhole': Chicago Voted Best Big City By Conde Nast Readers

For the sixth year in a row, the Midwest metropolis came out on top of the Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards.

Ken Griffin Buys New York School Teachers A Rocket Ticket To Space

Griffin paid $8 million for two seats on Blue Origin's New Shepard capsule at an auction benefiting the Robin Hood Foundation.

Chicago Welcomes Back Travelers With '26 Beaches ... No Sharks'

"What We're Made Of" is Chicago's new marketing campaign to welcome back an increasing number of travelers to Midway and O'Hare.

Hundreds More Chicago Flights Canceled Amid Winter Weather

Drifting, blowing snow was also making travel dangerous on Chicago-area roads.

1,190 Chicago Flights Canceled As Winter Storms Hit Illinois

As snow continued Wednesday, more flights were canceled at Chicago's Midway and O'Hare airports.

Chicago Named Best Big City In U.S. For 5th Year In A Row

More than 800,000 readers voted in Conde Nast Traveler's annual Readers' Choice Awards, picking Chicago as the top U.S. city.

Southwest Airlines System Outage Delays, Cancels Chicago Flights

Thirty-four flights had been delayed and 10 had been canceled in Chicago as of about 2 p.m.

Kids Ride Free Until Labor Day With New Metra Program

The Family Fares program will continue until Labor Day, allowing up to 3 children under 11 years old to ride free with an adult.

Best Summer Road Trips In Illinois

If you're looking to take a weekend (or a week!) to explore all the hidden gems Illinois has to offer, Patch has you covered.

Vaccine Clinics To Open At Illinois Travel Hubs For Memorial Day

Those traveling during Memorial Day Weekend will have the option to receive a J&J vaccine at Union Station and other pit stops.

Best Staycation Spots In Chicago: Where To Eat, Relax And Explore

You don't have to leave town to relax. Shake things up and plan a staycation in Chicago at these local attractions and destinations.