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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.

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.

The world’s happiest countries for 2026 were revealed in a new report. Here’s which country took the top spot and where the U.S. ranked.

You've seen self-driving cars in Austin, but you might soon see self-driving freight trucks in Central Texas.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration officials deepened their probe of Tesla’s driver-assistance system after the federal agency received reports of multiple crashes.

Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.

Volkswagen's lates recall impacts thousands of Jetta cars in the U.S. and Canada related to a wiring issue that could lead to an engine fire.

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

An Ohio Ford employee died after being trapped and crushed by a malfunctioning industrial machine at a company plant this week.

Aldi is recalling a frozen food product from store shelves following a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notice citing potential contamination with rodent hair.

Texas law enforcement agencies are warning residents of a text message scam that impersonates the DMV to trick people into paying fraudulent traffic tickets.

Panama City Beach, Fla., and Gulf Shores, Ala., enforce new spring break restrictions that includes alcohol bans and overnight closures.

NFL player JJ Watt's X post goes viral as Americans question when tipping is appropriate or not.

Honda said it will restructure its EV business and cancel three planned battery-powered EV models that were going to be built and sold in the U.S. market.

Texas Dairy Queen locations have launched the new Mint Crunchin’ Cookie Dipped Cone and brought back the fan-favorite Mint OREO Blizzard for St. Patrick’s Day.

A wind advisory is in effect and due to the strong gusts we're experiencing, some flights will be impacted.

As some travelers are waiting for 2, 3, and even up to 4 hours in TSA security lines, airline industry leaders are pressing lawmakers to make some changes.

Pi Day is shaping up to be a win for bargain hunters, as pizza chains and fast-food brands roll out limited-time offers in honor of March 14.