Articles filed under Midway International Airport
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Air traffic tower closures will strip safety netMar 15, 2013 5:48 pm - The planned shutdown of up to 238 air traffic control towers across the country under federal budget cuts will strip away an extra layer of safety during takeoffs and la...
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Sequester could trigger control tower cutsMar 01, 2013 2:20 pm - Gridlock in Washington could mean close calls at suburban airports, flight delays for travelers and postponing a new O'Hare International Airport runway, aviation expert...
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Chicago looks to boost travel through airportsFeb 22, 2013 3:41 pm - The organization created to boost Chicago tourism is getting an additional $5 million to promote access to the city through O’Hare and Midway international airports. Cho...
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O’Hare still No. 2, and Midway creeping upFeb 05, 2013 1:31 pm - When it comes to launching passengers, O’Hare International Airport is busy but not busiest and Midway International Airport is getting busier. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlant...
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Durbin wants cash payback before privatizing MidwayFeb 01, 2013 3:03 pm - Not so fast, Sen. Dick Durbin cautioned federal regulators who have final say on whether Midway International Airport should be privatized. The city of Chicago is studyi...
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FAA OKs request to privatize MidwayJan 18, 2013 6:31 pm - Chicago was given federal approval Friday to privatize Midway International Airport, and the city promptly began asking potential buyers to get in touch. The city hopes ...
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Chicago to explore leasing Midway airportDec 23, 2012 6:25 am - Chicago plans to explore leasing Midway International Airport and would proceed with a deal only if a transaction would benefit taxpayers and travelers, Mayor Rahm Emanu...
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Hundreds of flights canceled as snow startsDec 21, 2012 7:03 am - Gas up the snowblower and break out the shovels because the first recorded snowfall in 290 days has begun. A winter storm warning is now in effect and lasts until 3 a.m....
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Southwest baggage handler charged with laptop theftsAug 11, 2012 4:32 pm - In criticizing competitors who charge passengers for checking luggage, Southwest Airlines has touted being bag friendly in numerous commercials. But Cook County prosecut...
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Midway reopens after power outage shuts down runways ThursdayJun 29, 2012 5:33 pm - Chicago's Midway International Airport reopened this morning after a power outage forced the second largest airport in Chicago to shut down for four hours Thursday night...