Trump administration to expand travel ban to over 30 countries, Noem says

Earlier this year, the Trump administration previously banned travel to the U.S. for 12 countries and restricted access for seven others.

NPS free days: Trump’s birthday added; MLK Day, Juneteenth dropped

NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.

These new California laws go into effect in 2026

The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.

Search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 to resume after more than a decade

Malaysia will restart the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 on Dec. 30, more than ten years after the aircraft vanished during its 2014 flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people on board.

Kristi Noem calls for 'full travel ban' after National Guard shooting

The Homeland Security secretary said the travel ban would target countries allegedly sending "killers" and "leeches" into the United States.

Disneyland releases 2026 event calendar

For dedicated planners and Disney enthusiasts, Disneyland Resort has released key event dates for 2026.

Baja California confirms tourist tax for 2026

The fee applies to all international travelers over the age of 12 entering the state (including Los Cabos and La Paz).

TSA sets all time record for daily screenings

The Thanksgiving holiday saw millions of people traveling by air, and on Sunday the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says it set a new daily screening record with over 3 million travelers screened at airports across the country.

$490 fines begin: California's EV carpool decal program is officially over

The grace period for solo electric vehicle drivers to use carpool lanes ended Monday, Dec. 1 after the Trump administration stopped the Clean Air Vehicle decal program.

Avoid the 405: Overnight freeway lane closures begin tonight through Sepulveda Pass

The first phase will involve up to two lanes closed overnight (9 p.m. to 6 a.m.) between Wilshire and Skirball Center Drive/Mulholland Drive from Dec. 1-5.

New Southwest policy could cost plus-size travelers more money

Among the handful of changes at Southwest Airlines is a new policy that will force plus-size people to purchase an extra seat in advance.

National Parks raising fees for international tourists visiting popular US parks

The fee change will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior.

These are expected to be the 10 busiest US airports this Thanksgiving

Tens of millions of people are expected to be taking to the skies for Thanksgiving travel and these are the top 10 airports that are expected to be the busiest this week.

405 Freeway traffic: Back-to-back weekend closures through Sepulveda Pass announced

If you plan on taking the 405 Freeway through the Sepulveda Pass, plan accordingly as back-to-back weekend lane closures are planned in both directions.

‘Dress a little better’: Transportation secretary urges Americans to ditch pajamas, slippers at airport

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is urging travelers to try “dressing with some respect," asking Americans to ditch pajamas and slippers during the busy Thanksgiving travel rush.

Thanksgiving travel rush in full swing
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Southern California's roads and airports are packed as people travel for the Thanksgiving holiday.