Transportation
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Uber’s women-only option goes nationwide in the US
Mar 12, 2026 3:58 pm - Uber launched a feature Monday to allow both women riders and drivers across the U.S. to be matched with other women for trips, expanding a pilot program aimed at addressing concerns about the safety of its ride-hailing platform.
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Google overhauls its Maps app, adding in more AI features to help people get around
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Drivers wonder if they should go electric as the war spikes gas prices
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O'Hare and Midway so far avoiding TSA delays plaguing airports elsewhereMar 11, 2026 6:59 pm - Chicago Department of Aviation officials are advising spring break travelers to arrive early at airports amid TSA meltdowns elsewhere.
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As another shutdown impacts travelers, some see eliminating TSA agents as a solution
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Iran targets busiest international airport as top UN body demands halt to attacks on Gulf neighbors
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What FAA flight reductions could mean for O’Hare passengersMar 10, 2026 7:37 pm - Passengers will know in plenty of time if any trips are canceled, experts said. Also, an update on airfield construction.
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White House says it fired NTSB member over misconduct but Todd Inman denies the allegations
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‘It’s horrible’: Consumers rocked by gasoline spike as Iran war broadensMar 09, 2026 6:44 pm - Gas prices in the Chicago region surged 50 cents in one week to $3.69 per gallon following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran that began February 28. The conflict has disrupted oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which handles 20% of the world's oil supply.
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Cary aims to ease traffic — and concerns of neighbors — at new development
Mar 09, 2026 12:17 pm - The village of Cary is discussing ways to mitigate traffic now that a residential road will be connecting to Route 31 for a new mixed-use development.