Costco's lesser-known membership benefits explained

Discover the top "hidden" Costco member benefits, including travel deals, auto savings, and massive discounts on insurance and home services.

What to do if your flight gets canceled due to winter storms

Flight cancellations are likely this weekend as a massive winter storm is expected to cripple much of the U.S. 

LA Metro approves massive $25B underground rail line to bypass 405 Freeway

The Los Angeles Metro Board has unanimously selected an underground heavy rail route to connect the San Fernando Valley to the Westside, a transformative $25 billion project aimed at providing a high-speed alternative to the 405 Freeway.

Visa freeze begins for these 75 countries

The visa freeze for 75 countries begins today, Jan. 21. Here are the countries included, and what to know about the suspension.

LA hotspot named world's worst tourist attraction: report

A new global study ranks an LA landmark as the world's most disappointing tourist destination due to poor safety ratings, overcrowding, and its distance from major transit hubs. What's your guess?

CDC reports first cruise norovirus outbreak this year, as nearly 90 people are infected

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.

Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines to merge, forming a network of 650 domestic and international routes

Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines have announced plans to merge in a move the companies say will provide air travelers with access to more affordable domestic and international flights.

Travelers without REAL ID face $45 fee soon: What to know

TSA will start charging travelers without a REAL ID or passport a $45 fee soon to get through airport security. Here’s what travelers should know.

Disneyland officially scraps major perk for hotel guests

In a major policy shift, Disneyland has announced the end of a signature benefit for on-site hotel guests, changing how visitors will need to plan their park days for 2026.

LAX ranked No. 2 for U.S. airports you need to arrive earliest to avoid travel stress

When it comes to air travel, passengers need to take into account how early they should arrive at the airport taking into account parking, passenger volume, and security wait times.  A new study reveals the U.S. airports where passengers need to arrive at the earliest to avoid trip disruptions.

What to know about traveling to Europe in 2026

Applicants who are under 18 or over 70 will be exempt from paying a fee to apply for ETIAS.

New California traffic laws in 2026: $1,000 fines, new red-light cameras

Starting in 2026, California drivers face stricter road safety mandates, including expanded "slow down and move over" requirements and intensified DUI penalties with longer probation terms.

Southern California weather shift: Santa Ana winds to blast region before New Year's rainstorm

The Santa Ana gusts are expected to catch a break by Tuesday night, but don't put away your umbrella—a new storm system is already churning off the coast of Mexico, set to bring rain by Wednesday