Real ID latest: TSA adds security fee for those flying without acceptable identification
A rumored TSA charge for those flying without a REAL ID has become official, the agency announced. Here’s what to know about the new security fee.
A rumored TSA charge for those flying without a REAL ID has become official, the agency announced. Here’s what to know about the new security fee.
TSA sets all time record for daily screenings
The Thanksgiving holiday saw millions of people traveling by air, and on Sunday the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says it set a new daily screening record with over 3 million travelers screened at airports across the country.
The Thanksgiving holiday saw millions of people traveling by air, and on Sunday the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says it set a new daily screening record with over 3 million travelers screened at airports across the country.
Planning tool for Texas agency can now lead you to best BBQ joints
A Texas Department of Transportation planning tool is celebrating its 20th anniversary with new map overlays, including one that can lead you to the best barbecue in the state.
A Texas Department of Transportation planning tool is celebrating its 20th anniversary with new map overlays, including one that can lead you to the best barbecue in the state.
Here's why Travel Tuesday can be misleading
Travel Tuesday — the post-Thanksgiving day that promises one-day deals on flights, hotels and cruises — has taken off in recent years.
Travel Tuesday — the post-Thanksgiving day that promises one-day deals on flights, hotels and cruises — has taken off in recent years.
‘Dress a little better’: Transportation secretary urges Americans to ditch pajamas, slippers at airport
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is urging travelers to try “dressing with some respect," asking Americans to ditch pajamas and slippers during the busy Thanksgiving travel rush.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is urging travelers to try “dressing with some respect," asking Americans to ditch pajamas and slippers during the busy Thanksgiving travel rush.
Texas State Park holiday events 2025: Lights, trails, and fun activities
Texas State Parks are hosting a variety of holiday-themed events across the state during November and December, inviting visitors to enjoy festive activities from watercolor painting to kayak tours.
Texas State Parks are hosting a variety of holiday-themed events across the state during November and December, inviting visitors to enjoy festive activities from watercolor painting to kayak tours.
Ground stop issued at Bush Airport due to thunderstorms
There is a ground stop at Houston's Bush Airport due to the reported thunderstorms in the area. Delays are expected to be more than an hour.
There is a ground stop at Houston's Bush Airport due to the reported thunderstorms in the area. Delays are expected to be more than an hour.
This year's top Thanksgiving travel destinations
This Thanksgiving travel week is projected to be the busiest ever, with nearly 82 million people traveling at least 50 miles from home.
This Thanksgiving travel week is projected to be the busiest ever, with nearly 82 million people traveling at least 50 miles from home.
This Texas mall ranks among longest mall walks in America
Houston's Galleria mall was ranked the third most walkable mall in the U.S. with 4.24 miles of walking distance, turning holiday shopping into a significant workout.
Houston's Galleria mall was ranked the third most walkable mall in the U.S. with 4.24 miles of walking distance, turning holiday shopping into a significant workout.
Record-breaking number of Texans to travel during Thanksgiving
Texans are expected to travel in record numbers during Thanksgiving this year.
Texans are expected to travel in record numbers during Thanksgiving this year.
New US campaign launched to address unruly flight passngers
The U.S. Dept. of Transportation is looking to start a "Golden Age" to combat the the spike of bad behavior in airports.
The U.S. Dept. of Transportation is looking to start a "Golden Age" to combat the the spike of bad behavior in airports.
Houston Airports gear up for Thanksgiving travel surge following government shutdown
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, Houston Airports are bracing for one of the busiest travel periods of the year. This surge in travelers comes on the heels of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, Houston Airports are bracing for one of the busiest travel periods of the year. This surge in travelers comes on the heels of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Two storms loom over busy Thanksgiving Week, potentially impacting millions of travelers
Two storms loom over next week's Thanksgiving holiday with the potential to cause delays during the busiest travel period of the year, when close to 82 million Americans are expected to take to the road, rail or sky.
Two storms loom over next week's Thanksgiving holiday with the potential to cause delays during the busiest travel period of the year, when close to 82 million Americans are expected to take to the road, rail or sky.
United planes 'make contact' at Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport
No injuries were reported after two United planes “make contact" at Bush Intercontinental Airport, according to a statement from United Airlines.
No injuries were reported after two United planes “make contact" at Bush Intercontinental Airport, according to a statement from United Airlines.
The 100 deadliest highways in the US - see the list
A new study analyzing data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that highways on the West Coast are among the deadliest in the U.S.
A new study analyzing data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that highways on the West Coast are among the deadliest in the U.S.
Delayed flight refund rule goes away
A rule to require automatic refunds when your flight is significantly delayed are officially gone. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan explains why the rule was scrapped.
A rule to require automatic refunds when your flight is significantly delayed are officially gone. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan explains why the rule was scrapped.
FAA flight restrictions end on Monday, easing travel chaos at Texas airports
The FAA is lifting its nationwide flight-reduction order on Monday, ending over a week of major delays and cancellations at North Texas and other U.S. airports caused by air traffic control staffing shortages due to the recent government shutdown.
The FAA is lifting its nationwide flight-reduction order on Monday, ending over a week of major delays and cancellations at North Texas and other U.S. airports caused by air traffic control staffing shortages due to the recent government shutdown.
3 Texas cities earn spots on World’s Best Cities 2026 list
3 Texas cities have been recognized in the World’s Best Cities 2026 rankings for their strong economy, business presence, and high quality of life.
3 Texas cities have been recognized in the World’s Best Cities 2026 rankings for their strong economy, business presence, and high quality of life.
Royal Caribbean doubles down on Texas; Icon of the Seas leads 3-ship Galveston expansion
Royal Caribbean is dramatically expanding its presence in Texas by announcing that its flagship vessel, the Icon of the Seas, will homeport in Galveston starting in August 2027, joined by two other major ships.
Royal Caribbean is dramatically expanding its presence in Texas by announcing that its flagship vessel, the Icon of the Seas, will homeport in Galveston starting in August 2027, joined by two other major ships.
FAA freezes flight reductions at 6% as staffing levels improve, airlines working to resume normal operations
Some relief for fliers as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says now that the government shutdown has ended, flight reductions are expected to stay at 6% at 40 major airports across the U.S.
Some relief for fliers as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says now that the government shutdown has ended, flight reductions are expected to stay at 6% at 40 major airports across the U.S.