Midway International Airport
Storms Result In Hundreds Of Canceled Flights In Chicago
With a series of thunderstorms moving through the Chicago area on Wednesday, airlines have canceled hundreds of flights at O’Hare International Airport.
Lipinski Questions Possible Overnight Closure Of Midway Tower
Congressman Dan Lipinski (D-IL) has written to the Federal Aviation Administration, questioning why Midway International Airport has been placed on a list of 72 airports where air traffic control towers could be closed overnight.
City’s Tourism Agency Getting Extra $5M To Promote Chicago, Airports
Mayor Rahm Emanuel says the City of Chicago is upping the ante in its bid to promote tourism here.
BGA Urging Open Process For Any Deal To Privatize Midway
The Better Government Association has been putting pressure on the Chicago City Council as city officials weigh possible privatization of Midway International Airport, in an effort to make sure it won’t turn out like the disastrous parking meter lease deal.
Emanuel Renews Push To Privatize Midway Airport
Mayor Rahm Emanuel has renewed the city’s efforts to lease Midway International Airport, but the plans scaled back from the one proposed—and then dropped—by former Mayor Richard M. Daley.
Very Busy Travel Day Ahead For Chicago Airports
Friday will be the busiest day of the holiday season at both of Chicago’s airports, a day after hundreds of flights were cancelled at O’Hare and Midway due to the snow.
Winter Storm Forces Airlines To Cancel Flights
With a snowstorm hitting the northwest suburbs on the way to the Chicago area, hundreds of flights were cancelled at O’Hare and Midway airports, in many cases leaving travelers stranded.
Best Holiday Travel Tips For People From Chicago
Holiday travel is difficult no matter where you’re from. Everyone is trying to get home to see their loved ones as fast as possible and generally traveling with more luggage than usual as they’re all bearing gifts. Chicagoans have a further cross to bear being a hub city and a centralized urban area. Here are a few tips to make your holiday trip less hectic.
Report: Major Upgrades May Be Coming To Midway Airport
Some major upgrades may be in store at Midway International Airport.
Sunday’s Rain Causes Flooding Problems For Homes Near Midway
Given the drought conditions gripping the Midwest, the Chicago are really needs rain, but on Sunday, some areas got much more than they could handle.
Man Arrested At Midway For Trying To Get Gun Past Security
A southwest suburban man was charged after he allegedly tried bringing a handgun onto a plane at Midway Airport on Friday morning.
New Restrictions For All Flights After Near-Mishap In Washington
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued new restrictions on takeoffs and landings across the country, after three planes came dangerously close together in Washington, D.C.
Robbers Strike Businesses Around Midway Airport
Chicago Police are warning businesses around Midway International Airport about recent robberies.
Veterans Of Battle Of Midway Honored At Namesake Airport
Veterans from the pivotal World War II Battle of Midway took center stage at Midway Airport as the airport marked the 70th anniversary of the battle, after which the airport is named.
Boy, 8, Plunges At Least 20 Feet At Midway Airport
Police say an 8-year-old boy was being treated for minor injuries Tuesday, after he either jumped or fell 25 to 30 feet from the ticketing area at Midway International Airport.
Chicago-Bound Flight Diverted To Indianapolis
A Chicago-bound Southwest Airlines flight made an emergency landing in Indianapolis Wednesday because of a medical emergency.
Leaky Luggage Prompts Hazmat Response At Midway
A substance leaking from a piece of luggage prompted a hazardous materials response at Midway International Airport Monday morning.
Air Traffic Stop Prompts Delays At O’Hare, Midway
Flights were delayed at both O’Hare and Midway international airports Tuesday morning following a traffic stop on the runways.
Biologist Sets Off Pyrotechnics To Repel Geese Near Midway
Some neighbors complained recently about sounds resembling gunfire interrupting the silence at the Stickney wastewater treatment plant near Midway International Airport.
New Fee Proposed For Chicago Airport Car Rentals
The cost of renting a car at O’Hare and Midway international airports may be going up again.
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