Move over, soccer stars. Ranch dressing may be the most surprising breakout star of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

A House committee has discussed the future of the Transportation Security Administration as the Trump administration lobbies to replace TSA officers with private contractors.

President Donald Trump is nominating David Cummins to lead the Transportation Security Administration.

President Donald Trump has signed a bill funding much of the Department of Homeland Security and ending the longest agency shutdown in history.

The House has taken a crucial step toward funding the Department of Homeland Security.

Travelers flying out of Houston now have a new way to speed through airport security.

Heading into the weekend, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to pay the tens of thousands of TSA officers who have been working without pay for over a month during a partial government shutdown.

President Trump has signed an emergency executive order to temporarily pay TSA workers amid a federal shutdown, aiming to alleviate staffing shortages and long airport security lines in Houston and nationwide.

Members of Congress have repeatedly introduced bills to ensure the federal employees who control air traffic and conduct airport security screenings get paid during government shutdowns.

With TSA wait times at Bush Airport in Houston stretching beyond 4+ hours at times, it’s sparked some entrepreneurs or less-stressed travelers to cash in on the crisis.

The sight of travelers suffering through long security lines at U.S. airports this week have many people showing up way before their flights.

President Donald Trump says the American air travel system has reached a "breaking point."

Wait times at George Bush Intercontinental Airport are expected to worsen over the weekend as agents miss a second paycheck and increasingly call in sick.

President Donald Trump has signed a promised executive action to pay Transportation Security Administration employees after a bid to end the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security abruptly fell apart in Congress.

Long security lines and widespread TSA staffing shortages at airports across the country are raising concerns about potential security vulnerabilities, according to a former top federal aviation official.

President Donald Trump said Thursday he would sign an emergency order instructing the Homeland Security secretary to immediately pay Transportation Security Administration agents as Congress struggles to reach a deal to end the budget impasse that has jammed airports and left workers without paychecks.

President Donald Trump says he will sign an order instructing the Homeland Security secretary to immediately pay Transportation Security Administration workers.

Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport shows how the partial government shutdown is straining air travel as TSA workers miss shifts without pay.

As the partial federal government shutdown stretches into its 40th day, the Houston Police Officers’ Union is reaching out to TSA employees at Houston-area airports, highlighting career opportunities at the Houston Police Department.

Federal officials have confirmed that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are now operating inside U.S. airports to support security operations as staffing shortages continue to impact screening lines.

The acting head of the Transportation Security Administration says it may have to shut down operations at some airports as travelers are experiencing record waiting times.

Tens of thousands Transportation Security Administration officers are set to receive another $0 paycheck this week.

Passengers traveling through George Bush Intercontinental Airport are facing extended security wait times this week, with some reporting delays of more than four hours as staffing challenges impact screening operations.

For years members of Congress and their staff had special privileges at airports, allowing them to quickly skip TSA screening lines.

Members of Congress who typically get special accommodations at airports won’t get that same service on one major airline during the ongoing TSA partial government shutdown.

U.S. senators are discussing a proposal to end the Homeland Security budget stalemate by funding much of the department, including Transportation Security Administration airport workers who are going without pay.

In a story published March 25, 2026, about Homeland Security funding, The Associated Press erroneously reported the surname of the acting TSA administrator.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are now working alongside TSA officers at Houston-area airports, but exactly what they’re doing—and how much authority they have—remains unclear.

The list of reasons why air travel can be stressful has grown as long as the security lines at some U.S. airports in recent months.

After TSA security lines at major airports reached an all-time high, the Trump administration deployed ICE agents to help airlines and passengers.

Staffing shortages tied to the ongoing federal government shutdown are impacting airport security operations nationwide, including at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, where absentee rates among screeners are among the highest in the country.

Armed federal immigration officers in tactical gear moved through terminals at some of the busiest U.S. airports Monday, standing near security lines and checkpoints after President Donald Trump ordered their deployment during a partial government shutdown that has disrupted air travel nationwide.

President Donald Trump’s decision to order federal immigration agents to U.S. airports to help with security is drawing concerns that their presence may escalate tensions among air travelers and screeners.

Nonprofits and airport communities across the country are feeding Transportation Security Administration officers who keep working without full pay during the partial government shutdown.

Airline passengers are saying that Transportation Security Administration workers need to get paid.

A bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security has failed to advance in the Senate amid growing concerns about long lines to get through screening at some of the country’s biggest airports.

The public is experiencing the consequences of a partial U.S. government shutdown in long wait times at some airports as Transportation Security Officers take time off to manage the financial strain.

Travelers flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport should be prepared for long security lines again on Friday as the partial government shutdown continues to impact TSA staffing levels.

As the partial government shutdown stretches on, thousands of federal employees across the country continue to report to work without pay.

The wait times at airport security checkpoints have become a guessing game during the shutdown of a single U.S. government department.

As the partial government shutdown continues to impact airports across the country, TSA officers in Houston are feeling the financial strain, and local businesses are stepping in to help.

Airline CEOs are urging Congress to address the impact of the government shutdown, which has left TSA workers unpaid, leading to significant airport delays. With TSA officers receiving no paychecks and increased absenteeism, security lines are lengthening, and airlines are struggling to manage the situation during peak travel periods. The CEOs emphasize the urgency of the issue, advocating for legislative solutions to ensure aviation personnel are compensated during shutdowns, warning that without action, travel disruptions will persist.

The CEOs of the nation’s top airline companies are imploring Congress to restore funding to the Department of Homeland Security and embrace a bipartisan solution to pay federal aviation workers, including airport security officers, during a partial government shutdown.

Thousands of flights are canceled or delayed one day after powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and disrupted thousands of others.

More than half of the TSA agents scheduled to work at Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) on Saturday didn’t show up for work.

One month into the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, Houston's airports face significant strain, with lengthy TSA lines amid the spring break travel surge. Over 300 TSA employees have quit due to the shutdown, exacerbating delays as workers, deemed essential, continue without full pay. This situation arose after funding expired on February 13 due to political clashes over immigration policies, impacting travelers nationwide. Passengers are advised to arrive at airports earlier to navigate the increased congestion.

A recent security scare at Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport is raising new concerns about airport safety as the federal government shutdown continues to strain the nation’s airport security workforce.

A taser was discovered aboard a Southwest Airlines plane at Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport, prompting passengers to be removed and re screened before departure.

As spring break travel ramps up across Houston, some passengers flying out of William P. Hobby Airport are facing unusually long waits to get through security.

Catch up on the latest news updates from Houston and around the world.

The federal government shutdown has led to longer wait times at Houston's William P. Hobby Airport due to a staff shortage at the TSA, exacerbated by employees working without pay. The shutdown began on February 14 following a funding impasse for the Department of Homeland Security, affecting agencies like ICE and FEMA, with no clear end in sight.

The Department of Homeland Security says the Global Entry program shuts down for as long as the partial government shutdown continues.

Another shutdown for parts of the federal government has begun as a fight over proposed restrictions on President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agenda drags on.

A shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security has gone into effect.

Air travelers in the U.S. without a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification are subject to a new fee starting Sunday.

The Transportation Security Administration is renewing efforts to end a collective bargaining agreement with airport screening officers.

The Transportation Security Administration has announced that U.S. air travelers without a REAL ID will face a $45 fee starting in February.

The Transportation Security Administration said Monday that it screened a record 3,133,924 people at airport checkpoints on Sunday, the highest single-day total in the agency’s history, pushing all 10 of the busiest days on record to the last two years.

A Virginia transportation security officer is accusing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security of sex discrimination over a policy barring transgender officers from performing security pat-downs.

With TSA staffing shortages and potential flight delays, travelers at Houston airports could face longer security lines. Programs like TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and CLEAR can help you move through faster.

Airports across the country have experienced shortages of air traffic controllers and security workers, who have gone weeks without pay amid the shutdown.

The government shutdown is causing chaos, with the longest wait lines at Bush Intercontinental Airport. What are your rights as an air traveler during a shutdown?

At Bush Intercontinental Airport, only TSA checkpoints at Terminals A and E will be open for passengers, beginning at 4 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1.

The U.S. government shutdown’s strain on the aviation system is starting to show.

Officials from Dallas’ two major airports said the video runs afoul of their policies that prohibit political advertising.

Airports around the country are saying they won’t play a video with a message from Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown and its impacts on operations to screen travelers.

The government shutdown is being felt inside Houston’s airports, where Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employees continue screening passengers without pay.

Sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson has addressed her recent domestic violence arrest in a social media post and apologized to her boyfriend Christian Coleman.

Newer airport screening machines that operate like medical CT scanners are better at spotting liquid explosives, but many airports still lack that expensive equipment.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has hinted at possible changes to TSA's liquid restrictions.

For the first time in almost 20 years, travelers no longer have to take off their shoes during security screenings at certain U.S. airports.

The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years of postponements and delays.

Authorities say a man passing through security at a New Jersey airport was found to have a live turtle concealed in his pants.

A union representing Transportation Security Administration workers calls the Department of Homeland Security's decision to end the collective bargaining agreement with them an “unprovoked attack.”.

In the thick of holiday travel, another unticketed passenger attempted to stow away on a Delta Air Lines flight.

"We're currently experiencing a technical issue with all American Airlines flights," the airline said in a post on X.

Whether you’re checking in a 50-pound suitcase or relying on a carry-on, packing smart is key. Here’s a guide to help you get through TSA security efficiently.

Walking into the TSA screening machine and raising your hands is part of the travel ritual. But did you know your bag goes through a more advanced screening?

The Thanksgiving travel rush is expected to be bigger than ever this year.

The last-minute Thanksgiving travelers are packing their cars and carry-on bags to hit the nation's highways and airports.

Packing for your next trip? Ensure a smooth journey by knowing what to pack in your carry-on versus your checked luggage.

Airports, highways, beaches and theme parks are expected to be packed across the U.S. this Labor Day weekend as a lot Americans mark the unofficial end of summer the same way they celebrated the season’s unofficial start: by traveling.

Agents for the U.S. Transportation Security Administration on Sunday screened 3 million airline passengers in a single day for the first time ever.

A long Fourth of July holiday weekend in the United States is expected to create new travel records.

The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and the travel rush is already heating up.

If you think airports are crowded this summer, it's not your imagination.

A record was broken ahead of the Memorial Day weekend for the number of airline travelers screened at U.S. airports.

Airport security officers in Miami found a slithering surprise last week.

A bipartisan group of senators wants restrictions on the use of facial recognition technology by the Transportation Security Administration.

The U.S. government has started requiring migrants without passports to submit to facial recognition technology to take domestic flights under a change that prompted confusion this week among immigrants and advocacy groups in Texas.

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Federal airport security officials have unveiled a prototype passenger self-screening system at busy Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas but say they do not plan to use it in other cities around the country.

Federal and local officials say they're taking steps to crimp counterfeiting, ground drones and curb human trafficking during Super Bowl week in Las Vegas.

The holiday travel rush is hitting its peak as mild weather and lower flight cancelation rates raise hopes for merrier drivers and airline passengers than last year.

Over 115 million Americans are expected to travel this holiday season between Saturday and New Year’s Day, according to AAA.

Whether you’re traveling the skies or roads, here are a few helpful tips for making it to your destination safely, and with fewer headaches.

The Transportation Security Administration says security officers found 17 bullets concealed inside a disposable baby diaper at New York’s LaGuardia Airport.

Airports and highways are expected to be busier this Christmas season than they were a year ago.

A record number of passengers traveled through U.S. airports over Thanksgiving weekend, the Transportation Security Administration said Monday.

Holiday travelers are starting their final sprint.