Labor Day weekend: Weather forecast, best times to travel
Don't ruin a sunny holiday by leaving for your trip at the wrong time. Here's everything you need to know for Labor Day travel.
Federal government planning takeover of DC's Union Station
Washington D.C.'s Union Station could soon be under the control of the federal government after Amtrak seized the central station last spring.
Southwest Airlines changes seating policy for plus-size passengers
The airline company’s new policy starts in 2026 and here’s what you need to know.
A ride on the Goodyear Blimp is up for auction: Here's how to bid
The iconic airship, which took its first flight 100 years ago, has been a regular at major sporting events since flying above the 1955 Rose Bowl.
Labor Day 2025: Last-minute trips in the DC area
Whether you're looking for a day trip, quick overnight stay or three-day weekend, here are some last-minute trips to celebrate Labor Day around the Washington, D.C. area.
TSA just banned these items from checked bags: See the list
The new rules on flying involves hair tools, marking the latest change to airport security screenings this year.
Virginia Beach aims to remove 'vulgar' t-shirt, booty-shorts displays from storefronts
The Virginia Beach City Council has approved a resolution requesting that Oceanfront shops voluntarily remove vulgar clothing and other risqué merchandise from their storefronts.
Amtrak's new NextGen Acela to debut Aug. 28: Routes between DC, Philly, NYC
Amtrak is gearing up to launch its new NextGen Acela fleet, which promises to revolutionize train travel on the Northeast Corridor. Starting Thursday, August 28, the first of 28 new trains will begin service, connecting Washington, D.C., New York City, and Philadelphia.
Mexico travel advisory raised to Level 2 amid safety concerns
The updated travel advisory includes popular destinations including Los Cabos and Cancún.
Spirit Airlines warns it may not survive another year
The low-cost carrier filed for bankruptcy in November 2024 after failed merger attempts with JetBlue and Frontier.
Delta flight clips plane at Atlanta airport causing almost 4 hour delay
A Delta flight was delayed 4 hours after it clipped another plane during push back at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
VIDEO: Royal Caribbean water slide panel breaks, injuring cruise ship passenger, officials say
A broken panel on a water slide aboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas caused water to spill down while passengers screamed in panic.
'Only took one puff': Passenger caught vaping in bathroom of SF-bound flight
Peter Nguyen recorded the Aug. 4 encounter between himself and a flight attendant on American Airlines Flight 2860 from Phoenix to San Francisco International Airport. He claimed he only took one hit of his vape.
Virginia tourism spending hits record $35.1 billion in 2024, Governor Youngkin announces
Tourism in Virginia reached new heights in 2024, with visitors spending a record-breaking $35.1 billion across the Commonwealth, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Monday. That figure represents a $2 billion increase over 2023, with travelers now spending an average of $96 million per day in Virginia.
US may require visa applicants to post $15K bond to enter country. What we know
The proposed pilot program would require people from countries considered to have high overstay rates to post bonds of up to $15,000 when they apply for a visa.
Great Wolf Lodge flash sale offers $84 rooms for one day only, including Baltimore location
North America’s largest chain of indoor water parks and resorts is offering steep discounts for one day only.
Sluggish summer in Sin City: Las Vegas sees big drop in tourists
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.
Spirit Airlines to furlough 270 pilots amid lower off-season demand
Spirit Airlines is preparing to furlough 270 pilots this fall. The airline emerged from bankruptcy in March.
Carnival Cruise Line’s 'new exclusive destination' opens
Celebration Key, Carnival’s first exclusive destination, is now open in the Bahamas with five themed areas for all ages.
Southwest assigned seats: Here's when ticket and boarding changes will happen
The new policy ends the airliner’s long standing open seating policy, and here’s what we know.