Some New Yorkers riding crowded subway commutes during coronavirus pandemic
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, some New Yorkers are still piling on to crowded subway cars and buses to get to work every day.
REAL ID enforcement deadline pushed back to 2021
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is delaying the deadline for REAL ID enforcement to October 1, 2021, due to the crisis caused by the global coronavirus pandemic.
Virus leads FAA to briefly suspend flights to Philadelphia, New York
The FAA has lifted a brief suspension of flights to New York and Philadelphia because of coronavirus-related staffing issues.
NY Thruway Authority announces cash tolls will change to toll billing to fight COVID-19
The New York State Thruway Authority announced Friday that it is enacting emergency toll procedures that will convert the collection of cash tolls to toll billing by license plate, to help fight the spread of COVID-19.
Uber, Lyft suspending shared ride options in response to coronavirus
Uber and Lyft announced on Tuesday that they would be suspending their respective pool and shared options in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
'Confused and frustrated': Virus screenings jam US airports
Long lines and hourslong waits for required medical screenings greeted weary travelers returning to some U.S. airports amid coronavirus-related travel restrictions.
Governor to feds: 'Get your s*** together' after massive lines at O'Hare customs screening
Thousands of people waited hours in line at O'Hare Airport customs on Saturday, apparently because of new coronavirus screening procedures, prompting the governor of Illinois to tweet, "the federal government needs to get its s@#t together. NOW."
Travel ban to extend to United Kingdom, Ireland
The White House announced that the U.S. will broaden its European travel ban, adding the United Kingdom and Ireland to its list.
FAA waives rule that forced airlines to fly empty planes
The FAA is temporarily waiving a rule that has been causing airlines to fly nearly empty planes to avoid losing precious takeoff and landing rights at JFK, LGA and other major airports.
Coronavirus concerns damaging travel industry
Major fallout from the coronavirus outbreak is hitting all parts of the economy, including the travel and tourism industry.
Officials not ruling out shutting down mass transit in wake of coronavirus
State and local officials are not ruling out the possibility of a shutdown of the mass transit system in New York City.
Port Authority executive director tests positive for coronavirus
Port Authority boss Rick Cotton has the novel coronavirus and is working from home.
Federal official claims White House didn't want to tell seniors not to fly
The White House overruled health officials who wanted to recommend that elderly and physically fragile Americans be advised not to fly on commercial airlines because of the new coronavirus, a federal official told The Associated Press.
13 pounds of date-rape drug seized at Washington Dulles International Airport
A package containing 13 pounds of a date-rape drug was seized from Washington Dulles International Airport.
Travelers concerned over coronavirus screening at Newark Liberty Airport
Some passengers arriving at Newark Liberty Airport on Friday say they were questioned about where they had traveled from, while other say they were not asked anything, which some found concerning.
San Francisco supervisor: Drug overdose billboard sends wrong message
Catherine Stefani said that city funds should not be used for this purpose, and she wants the billboard taken down.
Many US airlines waiving change fees – across all flights – amid coronavirus outbreak
The new policies extend to all tickets purchased, albeit between specific dates.
MTA deep cleaning mass transit system to fight coronavirus
This might be the first time 'spick and span' has ever been used to describe the New York City subway system, but that's the MTA's plan of action amid growing concerns over the novel coronavirus.
American Airlines and Delta suspend flights between JFK Airport and Milan due to COVID-19 concerns
American Airlines and Delta have announced that they are suspending flights between Milan, Italy and JFK International Airport due to the coronavirus outbreak in Italy.
Air New Zealand testing bunk beds for economy fliers
The best way to travel is to be cozy while you do it.