Deadly Missouri plane crash under investigation
We are learning more this weekend as troopers in Missouri announced that 11 skydivers and a pilot died in a plane crash in the town of Butler on Sunday. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened near Butler Memorial Airport, about an hour south of Kansas City. Missouri Highway Patrol Sgt. Sources told our partners at FOX4 that 11 of the victims were skydivers. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with aviation attorney Pablo Rojas as the investigation is currently underway into what might have caused the deadly crash.
We are learning more this weekend as troopers in Missouri announced that 11 skydivers and a pilot died in a plane crash in the town of Butler on Sunday. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened near Butler Memorial Airport, about an hour south of Kansas City. Missouri Highway Patrol Sgt. Sources told our partners at FOX4 that 11 of the victims were skydivers. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with aviation attorney Pablo Rojas as the investigation is currently underway into what might have caused the deadly crash.
US airlines’ spend $6.5B in fuel cost as global profit forecast takes a sharp drop
U.S. airline fuel costs soared which were fueled in part by soaring oil prices tied to the Middle East conflict despite a minor dip in actual fuel consumption.
U.S. airline fuel costs soared which were fueled in part by soaring oil prices tied to the Middle East conflict despite a minor dip in actual fuel consumption.
Red Lobster in Times Square closing after more than 20 years
After a 23-year run, the Red Lobster in Times Square is officially shutting its doors.
After a 23-year run, the Red Lobster in Times Square is officially shutting its doors.
One southern city you've never heard of is growing faster than anywhere else in America
This is the fastest-growing city in America, where bulldozers outnumber cattle and sprawling new neighborhoods are rising almost overnight.
This is the fastest-growing city in America, where bulldozers outnumber cattle and sprawling new neighborhoods are rising almost overnight.
Mysterious airport tunnels to open beneath hub long tied to conspiracy theories
Denver International Airport is preparing to open portions of a mysterious underground tunnel system that has long been plagued by conspiracy theories.
Denver International Airport is preparing to open portions of a mysterious underground tunnel system that has long been plagued by conspiracy theories.
Southwest updates its seat policy for plus-size passengers
Southwest has updated its extra-seat policy for plus-size travelers. Here's what to know.
Southwest has updated its extra-seat policy for plus-size travelers. Here's what to know.
American Airlines to add Starlink Wi-Fi to more than 500 jets starting in 2027
American Airlines said starting in 2027 they will be equipping hundreds of their planes with Starlink Wi-Fi.
American Airlines said starting in 2027 they will be equipping hundreds of their planes with Starlink Wi-Fi.
Alaska Airlines possibly facing $165,000 fine over alleged intoxicated passengers on flights
Alaska Airlines is facing a proposed fine from the Federal Aviation Administration tied to alleged incidents that occurred on their flights.
Alaska Airlines is facing a proposed fine from the Federal Aviation Administration tied to alleged incidents that occurred on their flights.
It’s not too late to plan a trip to celebrate America’s 250th
Celebrations are happening all over the country this summer for America's 250th, and it's not too late to join in on the events.
Celebrations are happening all over the country this summer for America's 250th, and it's not too late to join in on the events.
Chair-hogging wars heat up as cruise travelers use sneaky tactics amid crackdowns
Chair hogging has long been a problem on major cruise lines, and now a few popular companies are cracking down on the tactic.
Chair hogging has long been a problem on major cruise lines, and now a few popular companies are cracking down on the tactic.
DHS secretary's threat to sanctuary city airports puts airlines, travel industry on edge
An idea from the new head of the Department of Homeland Security has the travel industry spooked and is being described by a fellow Cabinet member as a bad idea.
An idea from the new head of the Department of Homeland Security has the travel industry spooked and is being described by a fellow Cabinet member as a bad idea.
Jersey Shore beach town unleashes extreme tactics to bury viral teen mayhem for Memorial Day weekend
Mayor Tommy Vaz says officials have already stopped six unsanctioned events and will prosecute offenders' parents.
Mayor Tommy Vaz says officials have already stopped six unsanctioned events and will prosecute offenders' parents.
America 250: Greyhound launches commemorative buses honoring nation’s 250th anniversary
Greyhound has launched a commemorative "America 250 Fleet" of four buses customized with a "From Sea to Shining Sea" theme.
Greyhound has launched a commemorative "America 250 Fleet" of four buses customized with a "From Sea to Shining Sea" theme.
Cruise giants could owe $440M after Supreme Court rules they used property seized in Cuba revolution
The Supreme Court dealt a major blow Thursday to four major cruise lines accused of profiting from Cuban property seized during Fidel Castro’s communist revolution, reviving lawsuits that could cost the companies hundreds of millions of dollars.
The Supreme Court dealt a major blow Thursday to four major cruise lines accused of profiting from Cuban property seized during Fidel Castro’s communist revolution, reviving lawsuits that could cost the companies hundreds of millions of dollars.
World Cup and America 250 has TSA bracing for a busy summer
With the summer travel season right around the corner, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers are bracing for one of the busier parts of the year. On top of that, not only will the regular surge of vacation travelers be passing through their checkpoints, so will all the people planning on attending World Cup matches and America 250 celebrations.
With the summer travel season right around the corner, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers are bracing for one of the busier parts of the year. On top of that, not only will the regular surge of vacation travelers be passing through their checkpoints, so will all the people planning on attending World Cup matches and America 250 celebrations.
Cancellations at LaGuardia after sinkhole discovered
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Arthur Chi'en from our partners at FOX 5 New York after a sinkhole near a runway at LaGuardia Airport caused delays and cancellations Wednesday. Officials have said crews discovered the issue during a routine inspection. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey said the sinkhole was identified around 11 a.m. near Runway 4/22.
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Arthur Chi'en from our partners at FOX 5 New York after a sinkhole near a runway at LaGuardia Airport caused delays and cancellations Wednesday. Officials have said crews discovered the issue during a routine inspection. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey said the sinkhole was identified around 11 a.m. near Runway 4/22.
Sinkhole causes delays, cancellations at LaGuardia Airport
According to FlightAware, LaGuardia Airport was experiencing arrival delays for airborne aircraft averaging 35 minutes and increasing.
According to FlightAware, LaGuardia Airport was experiencing arrival delays for airborne aircraft averaging 35 minutes and increasing.
TSA Gold+ launching in US airports - What travelers should know
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is moving forward with a new airport security initiative called TSA Gold+, a program that could significantly expand the role private companies play in passenger screening operations across the country.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is moving forward with a new airport security initiative called TSA Gold+, a program that could significantly expand the role private companies play in passenger screening operations across the country.
Millions expected to visit the US this summer for 2026 World Cup
With the FIFA World Cup set to kick off in just a few weeks, travelers are preparing to head to the United States. The tournament, which begins in June, is projected to welcome a record-number of tourists to the American host cities.
With the FIFA World Cup set to kick off in just a few weeks, travelers are preparing to head to the United States. The tournament, which begins in June, is projected to welcome a record-number of tourists to the American host cities.
New study shows increase in cruise demand despite recent outbreaks
The demand for vacations going on a cruise remains high, despite recent outbreaks of multiple viruses reported aboard cruise ships this month.
The demand for vacations going on a cruise remains high, despite recent outbreaks of multiple viruses reported aboard cruise ships this month.



















