9/11 attack prompted more security, less privacy for travelers
Ask anyone old enough to remember travel before Sept. 11, 2001, and you're likely to get a gauzy recollection of what flying was like.
LIST: 83 construction projects on halt to help Labor Day travel
MDOT is suspending or lifting restrictions on 83 construction projects of the currently 147 ongoing projects. The suspensions start 3 p.m. Friday and end at 6 a.m. Tuesday.
Four flooded freeways ahead of Friday night's Tigers, Lions games
With both the Lions and the Tigers playing in Detroit PLUS highways closures, getting downtown is going to be tough going. Here's what you should know before you leave.
Cedar Point closes ride for rest of 2021 after woman is injured
The Ohio roller coaster's next inspection was planned for September.
Planning to travel during the COVID-19 pandemic? Here's what to know as you plan your trip
If you are planning to travel during the surge of delta variant COVID-19 cases, there's some things you should know.
Unruly airline passenger fines top $1 million, FAA says
Airlines have reported about 3,900 incidents of unruly passengers this year, and three-fourths involve refusal to wear a mask, according to the FAA.
Airbnb imposes rental restrictions to prevent parties during Halloween weekend
Home rental company Airbnb is imposing restrictions to prevent people from using properties for Halloween parties.
What to do at dark traffic lights in Michigan
When you approach an intersection with dark traffic lights in Michigan, what do you do? It's actually pretty simple - thanks to a Michigan law updated three years ago.
Detroit resident arrested after TSA agents find gun in carry-on bag at Metro Airport
A traveler was arrested at Detroit Metro Airport after TSA agents found a handgun in their carry-on bag.
Michigan gas prices just below 2021-high as 15-gallon tank nears $50
Gas prices only fell a cent from last week, but still were near the 2021-high. The price of a 15-gallon tank of gas was up $10 from when prices were their highest last January.
CDC urges against travel to Israel, France, other nations as COVID-19 delta variant spreads
In the face of the delta variant, advisories are warning against travel.
Norwegian granted ability to allow 100% fully vaccinated cruises for passengers, crew
Norwegian Cruise Line's first sailing from Florida is scheduled on Aug. 15 on the Norwegian Gem departing from Miami.
Pregnant woman stranded at LAX after Spirit Airlines cancels hundreds of flights
What was supposed to be a nearly two-hour direct flight from Cleveland to Atlanta has turned into a four-day nightmare for a pregnant woman in her third trimester. Now, she finds herself stranded at LAX.
Spirit Airlines flight cancelations strand travelers at Detroit Metro Airport
Hundreds of Spirit Airlines flights were canceled over the weekend, stranding and frustrating travelers across the U.S.
Jetpack sighting near LAX, pilot reports: 'Did you see the UFO?'
A federal investigation is underway after a pilot says he spotted a jetpack flying near the Los Angeles International Airport Wednesday night, authorities said.
Time’s World’s Greatest Places: 21 cities in US make 2021 list
Time announced this year’s World’s Greatest Places featuring 100 unique destinations, with 21 coming from the United States alone.
TSA agents find 3 guns during security screenings at Detroit Metro Airport; 2 people arrested
TSA agents at Detroit Metro Airport found three guns last week.
US extends restrictions on travel to Canada until Aug. 21
The United States has extended the non-essential travel ban to Canada until Aug. 21, days after Canada said the border would open to vaccinated U.S. citizens on Aug. 9.
Michigan gas prices set new 2021 high; summer likely to stay over $3 a gallon
The highest gas prices were in Metro Detroit this week, while the cheapest were in Benton Harbor, Traverse City, and Ann Arbor.
Passport wait times top 3 months, State Department says
The State Department says the wait for a passport is now between 12 weeks and 18 weeks, even if you pay for expedited processing.