US warns of kidnappings in Mexico linked to dating apps

In some cases, family members in the U.S. were extorted for large sums of money to secure their release, the State Department warned.

Passengers who unbuckle before the plane stops could face fines

Flyers in a certain popular tourist destination could face fines if they unbuckle and stand up too soon at the end of a flight.

Southwest Airlines’ baggage fee, other policies changing this week

Southwest Airlines has made major changes to its policies in recent months, with almost all of them going into effect Wednesday. Here’s what to know.

Southwest Airlines baggage fee changes in effect: What you need to know

It's the end of an airline industry mainstay: Southwest Airlines had touted its no-baggage fees for decades. But all of that is coming to an end. 

PCH officially reopens: What you need to know

The highway has been closed since early January. It comes months ahead of schedule following Gov. Gavin Newsom's announcement that the route would reopen by the end of May.

Visa backlog could threaten World Cup, Olympic Games lawmakers say

Los Angeles is set to host the World Cup in 2026 and the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028… but a bipartisan group of lawmakers are sending a warning, saying the US isn't ready.