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CBS News
4 days ago
- Climate
- CBS News
Sunday afternoon Chicago storms prompt ground stop at O'Hare International Airport
Another day of storms has prompted a ground stop at O'Hare International Airport. There was no rain falling in downtown Chicago as of 4:30 p.m., and Midway International Airport was not affected. But the Federal Aviation Administration said there was a ground stop due at O'Hare due to thunderstorms. The National Weather Service said isolated and scattered storms would develop through the afternoon, with the relatively highest coverage in the Chicago area along the lake breeze. Downpours, lightning strikes, and gusty winds are among the risks.
Chicago Tribune
7 days ago
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Today in Chicago History: Douglas Aircraft Co. builds assembly plant near Orchard Place
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 25, according to the Tribune's archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Walter Payton: The life, career of the Chicago Bears Hall of Famer better known as 'Sweetness'Weather records (from the National Weather Service, Chicago) 1889: Nineteen sea lions arrived at Lincoln Park Zoo from Santa Barbara, California. They were captured by Capt. Cyrus Alvah Eastman, who hand-fed the sea lions fish throughout their weeklong train journey to Chicago. 'They get used to a man quickly, ' he told a Tribune reporter. 'I've no doubt they will eat from the keeper's hand in a short time.' Months later, zoo neighbors complained to commissioners about the noise created by these animals: ' … during the long watches of the night most of them, having no place to rest, swim back and forth in the pond and bark incessantly to express their disapproval of their cramped quarters,' the Tribune reported on Oct. 22, 1889. O'Hare International Airport: From farm to global terminal1942: After the Douglas Aircraft Co. announced plans to construct an assembly plant on 1,347 acres at Orchard Place, near the intersection of Mannheim and Higgins roads south of Des Plaines, work began to demolish homes, level land and create a spur line of the North Western Railroad at the site. The site later became O'Hare International Airport. Subscribe to the free Vintage Chicago Tribune newsletter, join our Chicagoland history Facebook group, stay current with Today in Chicago History and follow us on Instagram for more from Chicago's past.
Time Out
24-07-2025
- Time Out
O'Hare just beat its own record for the airport's busiest day ever
The days of speeding through the airport are becoming more and more of a challenge when flying out of or connecting through Chicago's O'Hare International Airport. And if you don't have TSA Pre-check or Global Entry, and you're checking a bag, you might find yourself waiting in long lines ahead of reaching your gate. This past Sunday, July 20, was the busiest day in history for TSA at ORD, Chicago's largest airport; and this record-setting data marks the seventh time this has happened in 2025. Yikes. 'Sunday, July 20 was the busiest day of all time for TSA at O'Hare—breaking a record that was set less than a month ago,' wrote the Transportation Security Administration in a social media post that was shared on Twitter/X on Monday. Safely fielding 115,962 travelers as they made their way through TSA on Sunday could not have been an easy feat. This record-setting amount beats the June 22 numbers of 113,772, the previous record. These soaring numbers are in contrast to October 14, 2024's data, which accounted for a mere 108,353 travelers. Relief isn't expected anytime soon, especially with the knowledge that seven of the busiest days on record at ORD have occurred this year alone. TSA has advised passengers to 'arrive early and pack smart when flying this summer!'. It's no surprise that O'Hare is a busy airport, and the expanded daily flights from various carriers like United and American Airlines doesn't help. While more options can be a fortuitous thing, especially if you're looking for a direct flight or a good deal, travelers should expect delays and plan accordingly. Tips for traveling through O'Hare as speedily as possible: Can you fly on a weekday or take a red-eye flight? Avoiding travel over holidays or school vacation days may help. Make sure you've downloaded the air carrier's app, saving your mobile ticket to your phone. Avoid wearing belts, overcoats and sweaters, or clunky items that you'll have to remove prior to getting through security. Remember to empty your water bottle. And, if you don't have TSA Pre-check, you'll need to take out your larger digital devices like laptops and iPads and place them in the security bins separately. Remember that fluids over 3.4 ounces aren't allowed in your carry-on. And though you no longer need to remove your shoes, be sure to empty your pockets!
Daily Mirror
24-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
Passenger death forces plane into international diversion - but there's 'no record' of body
A Turkish Airlines passenger died during a journey from Istanbul to California last week, but it appears neither airline nor airport can explain where the body has gone The body of a passenger who died during a long-haul international flight cannot be located, it has been claimed. A Turkish Airlines customer was travelling on an international flight from Istanbul heading to San Francisco on July 13 when they suffered a medical emergency. While it was en route to America, an "incident unfolded" over Greenland, the aviation blog Aviation A2Z reported. Ertugrul Gulsen, the Turkish Airlines station manager in the US, later confirmed that the flight diverted to Chicago O'Hare International Airport after a passenger died. However, a spokesperson for medical examiner, Natalia Derevyanny, said there is "no record" of a body being brought to them from the flight. SFGATE report that they were "not notified" of the death -and that the office have "no cases that would match the description of the incident". Mirror Online have contacted Turkish Airlines and the airport for confirmation. According to the New York Post, Turkish Airlines station manager Ertugrul Gulsen confirmed the diversion to Chicago O'Hare and added that the passenger's remains were later placed on a separate flight to San Francisco. The outlet say he did not elaborate further on the matter. 'Upon entering the airspace over the United States, the crew opted to land at CHICAGO O'HARE (ORD), a major international hub capable of handling emergency landings with adequate medical support and facilities,' Aviation A2Z reported, confirming the steps taken following the incident. It isn't the only recent tragedy on board a Turkish Airlines plane after a pilot died mid-air last year. The flight took off from Seattle in the USA in October and was forced to land at New York. It was originally bound for Istanbul before tragedy struck and the pilot died on board. An airline spokesman said: "The pilot of our Airbus 350... flight TK204 from Seattle to Istanbul collapsed during the flight. After an unsuccessful attempt to give first aid, the flight crew of another pilot and a co-pilot decided to make an emergency landing, but he died before landing." The spokesman said the 59-year-old pilot, Ilcehin Pehlivan, had worked for Turkish Airlines since 2007. They added he had passed a medical examination in March, which gave no indication of any health problems. The spokesman added: "We wish God's mercy upon our captain and patience to his grieving family, all his colleagues and loved ones." It is not clear how many passengers were onboard at the time. It landed successfully at JFK airport in New York shortly before 6am local time (about 11am BST). The original flight from Seattle to Istanbul should have taken around 11 hours. The Turkish Airline plane was diverted after around eight hours flying time.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Everson Griffen accused of unruly outburst that forces Delta Air Lines flight back to Chicago
Photo byEverson Griffen, the former Minnesota Vikings star and four-time Pro Bowler once celebrated for terrorizing NFL quarterbacks, is now making headlines for all the wrong reasons. On Wednesday, passengers on a Delta flight from Chicago to Minneapolis found their journey abruptly cut short when the plane turned around to remove the 37-year-old defensive end for allegedly unruly behavior. The mid-air disruption forced the aircraft to land back at O'Hare International Airport, leaving fellow travelers stranded and reviving questions about Griffen's troubled history off the field. It's the latest public crisis for a man whose personal battles have long played out in the spotlight. Former NFL Pro Bowler Everson Griffen's Delta Air Lines meltdown forces Chicago return, spotlighting mental health struggles The drama unfolded Wednesday morning aboard a Delta Air Lines flight that departed Chicago's O'Hare International Airport at 10:56 a.m. CDT. Shortly after takeoff, the Minneapolis-bound aircraft was forced to reverse course due to what the airline called 'an unruly passenger.' Flight logs show it landed back in Chicago at 12:09 p.m. CDT, confirming the unscheduled return. While Delta did not specify Griffen's actions on the flight, the airline was clear about its stance. 'Delta has zero tolerance for unruly behavior and will always work with law enforcement to that end,' a spokesperson said in a statement. 'We apologize to our customers for the delay in their travel as safety and security comes before everything else at Delta.' Details about Everson Griffen's behavior remain murky, and it's unclear whether he was arrested after being escorted off the plane. Earlier in the day, however, Griffen appeared carefree, even sharing an upbeat Instagram Story from a car on the way to the airport. The 6-foot-3, 273-pound defensive end played in the NFL from 2010 to 2021, building a reputation as one of the league's most fearsome pass rushers. But his off-field challenges have been equally high-profile. In 2021, Griffen alarmed fans and authorities after posting a disturbing video on Instagram from his Minnetrista, Minnesota home. 'Yo, yo, yo,' he said while waving a handgun. 'I'm in my house. N****** trying to pop me. I still got clips left. This is my gun, .45 Wilson Combat, registered to me,' he explained. He also claimed Vikings running back Dalvin Cook 'helped me purchase this gun.' Later that morning, Griffen called 911 around 3 a.m. to report an intruder at his home, telling dispatchers he had fired his weapon. The Minnetrista Police Department later said no intruder was ever found but confirmed they spent hours negotiating with Griffen. 'At this time, law enforcement officers are confident Griffen is alone inside the home and continue to work with him to resolve the situation,' police said. Griffen ultimately exited peacefully, with the Vikings coordinating to send mental health professionals to help. Everson Griffen's NFL legacy clouded by mental health struggles and controversy Wednesday's dramatic in-flight incident is the latest in a series of troubling moments for Griffen, who has openly acknowledged battling mental health issues, including a 2018 'nervous breakdown' in which he threatened to shoot hotel staff and jump from an ambulance. Now retired with three sons and his wife Tiffany, Griffen's NFL legacy as a four-time Pro Bowler is unmistakable—but so too is the question of whether he's receiving the help he needs to avoid more headlines like this in the future. Also Read: Chilling 911 call details emerge as Cleveland Browns rookie Quinshon Judkins faces domestic violence charge Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
