Senate passes funding to address TSA staff shortage
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The Senate has approved funding for most of the Department of Homeland Security, including TSA. It does not include funding for immigration operations.

Donation drives organized for Dallas TSA workers who are working without pay and helping in Houston

TSA workers in Dallas have gone unpaid because of the partial government shutdown, but are still showing up to work. Some are even volunteering at the airports in Houston to help with the long TSA wait times there. Here's how you can support them.

Houston man launches 'line-sitting' service as TSA wait times soar during partial government shutdown

As the partial government shutdown reaches day 40, Houston entrepreneur Steven Dial is capitalizing on four-hour TSA wait times at IAH by charging travelers $65 an hour to stand in line as a professional placeholder.

Houston police union calls for TSA to join HPD

TSA agents have been calling out or quitting altogether as the partial government shutdown leaves them without pay.

Bush Airport wait times for Wednesday still hours-long
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While the long lines continue at Bush Airport, one customer is keeping a positive attitude amid the chaos. FOX 26's Denise Middleton has more details.

This airline will soon let economy flyers turn a row into a couch

A major U.S. carrier has unveiled a new “Relax Row” that lets long-haul economy passengers convert three seats into a couch-like space with added comfort amenities.

United warns of rising airfares amid fuel surge: What you can do

United Airlines is warning that rising jet fuel prices — driven by Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies — are likely to push airfares higher and could dampen travel demand.

Tips for navigating shutdown-related airport travel issues
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As the partial government shutdown stretches on, travelers are experiencing long wait times to get through TSA security checkpoints at some airports. Here are some tips if you have a flight booked.

National Park Week 2026: When admission is free to celebrate America's 250th

National Park Week this year is celebrating two milestones - the 110th birthday of the NPS, and the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. Here are the details.

Small airports face closure risk amid ongoing TSA staffing shortages

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says smaller airports are at risk of closing due to staffing shortages caused by an ongoing partial government shutdown.

TSA adding Touchless ID to speed up airport security lines

Air travelers have a new way to shorten their wait times at the security screening line at the airport. The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) is allowing frequent fliers to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. 

How to check TSA wait times at Texas airports

Security wait times at U.S. airports have been extreme in some places as a partial government shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security entered another week.

Bush Intercontinental Airport travelers face extended wait times as partial shutdown hits paycheck milestone

Security checkpoints at George Bush Intercontinental Airport saw increased wait times Thursday as the partial federal government shutdown reached its 33rd day. With the funding lapse affecting Department of Homeland Security budgets, TSA officers at IAH and airports nationwide are currently working without pay.

IAH TSA wait times: Travelers experiencing long lines, check wait times

As the partial government shutdown is ongoing, staffing shortages are still having an impact on TSA wait times at Bush Airport. Be sure to check wait times.

Disney reveals Disney Believe as name of next cruise ship

Disney Cruise Line announced Wednesday that its new cruise ship will be called Disney Believe and arrive in late 2027.