REAL ID now required for most to fly within the US
Starting Wednesday, people traveling on a domestic flight and using a state-issued ID to get through security are required to have one that meets federal REAL ID requirements.
The REAL ID deadline is here: What to know
Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem said Tuesday that travelers with no REAL ID will be allowed to fly for now, but with probable extra steps. If you still need a REAL ID, these are the steps to apply.
Michigan Real ID deadline is May 7 in order to fly
You’re looking for a star on your driver's license to make sure it’s Real ID compliant, and it might be if you have an enhanced license.
Best US travel destinations this summer, ranked by cost and attractions
A new WalletHub study ranks the most affordable and fun US metro areas for summer 2025 travel, based on cost, convenience, and variety of attractions.
Taking a summer vacation this year? You'll be in the minority, poll suggests
Americans admit in a recent survey that they are having to figure out alternatives to taking a summer getaway due to their finances.
Southwest Airlines: All the changes coming ahead of summer travel
May 28 is the date to know if you fly with Southwest Airlines. Here’s all the changes coming that day - and it’s not just checked bags and assigned seating.
Popular American travel spot closed after hiker's death, huge spike in rescue operations
Arizona’s Lake Mead National Recreation Area officials said their closures are also due to dangerously high temperatures.
Boca Raton Florida plane crash: 3 dead, 1 injured aboard Tallahassee-bound plane: FAA
Officials say three people were killed, and one person was injured, during a small airplane crash due to mechanical issues on Friday morning in Boca Raton, Florida.
Suspect ejected after crashing during police pursuit, blocking westbound I-94
The crash happened early Monday morning, blocking all westbound lanes on the highway.
The most powerful passports of 2025: See where the US ranks
Passports in 199 countries and territories were graded based on visa-free travel, taxation of citizens, perceptions, dual citizenship and personal freedoms.
Long travel days and delays at Detroit Metro due to a stormy Wednesday
From Texas to Arkansas to Michigan, thousands of flights were delayed or canceled Wednesday due to widespread storms and rough winds. Ice storms in Toronto were the main reason travelers Tom Barnes and Jeff Spencer were stuck in Detroit overnight.
Southeast Michigan flood watch could create travel problems around metro Detroit
With all of Southeast Michigan under a flood watch Wednesday, driving could be tricky on metro Detroit highways. See our live tracker of road conditions here.
The Real ID deadline is next month - Here's what Michiganders need to know
On May 7, all travelers will need a Real ID-compliant identification to fly domestically in the United States. Still haven't gotten yours? See which other IDs meet the requirements, and how to apply for a Real ID if you need one.
Michigan family jailed in Mexico over timeshare dispute
It has been an international nightmare for two American citizens who are stuck in a Mexican jail for a dispute over a time-share for 21 days.
These are the best camping spots in America in 2025
A 2025 report has revealed the top U.S. campgrounds in the United States, using many factors to determine its rankings including guest ratings, reservation data and park features.
Detroit tourism impact concerns: Helicopter restrictions to come to major airports
The FAA announced today that it's restricting helicopter airspace at Reagan Airport in Washington D.C. Now some are asking if Detroit could be next.
Best states for roller coasters in 2025
When it comes to roller coasters, not all states are equal. Here are the best places to visit for those in search of innovation, thrills, and immersion.
Southwest charging for bags, and other airline changes in recent months
Southwest has made major changes to its policies in recent months, including the most recent of charging for checked bags. Here’s a look.
National parks saw record number of visits in 2024, but reported memo says not to publicize
U.S. national parks reported a record 331.9 million visits in 2024.
Unexploded WWII bomb halts high-speed rail travel connecting Paris to London and Brussels
The discovery of a huge, unexploded World War II-era bomb near the tracks of Paris’ busiest railway station has caused major disruptions across Europe.