2 dead in helicopter crash on Mississippi River
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A helicopter flying over the Mississippi River ran into a powerline Thursday, then crashed into a barge and sparked a fire, killing two people, officials said.

US may require visa applicants to post $15K bond to enter country. What we know

The proposed pilot program would require people from countries considered to have high overstay rates to post bonds of up to $15,000 when they apply for a visa.

Great Wolf Lodge flash sale offers $84 rooms for one day only

North America’s largest chain of indoor water parks and resorts is offering steep discounts for one day only.

Sluggish summer in Sin City: Las Vegas sees big drop in tourists

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.

DC plane crash: Ted Cruz, Sean Duffy call for aviation safety reform after deadly collision

It's been six months since 67 people were killed in a midair collision over the Potomac River, and now lawmakers say they are taking steps to make the skies safer as the investigation into the crash continues.

Delta pilot arrested on child sex charges
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A Delta co-pilot was arrested and dragged off a flight from Minneapolis to San Francisco on child pornography charges.

Delta co-pilot arrested by federal agents after landing at SFO

The co-pilot was handcuffed and pulled off the flight by the agents, some of whom were identified as Homeland Security investigators.

Plane crash in Russia's Far East leaves 48 dead

Forty-eight people were confirmed dead Thursday after a passenger plane crashed in Russia’s Far East region.

Carnival Cruise Line’s 'new exclusive destination' opens

Celebration Key, Carnival’s first exclusive destination, is now open in the Bahamas with five themed areas for all ages.

Major TSA security changes ahead: How your next airport experience could look

The TSA may ease restrictions on liquids and other screening rules as Homeland Security signals a shift in post-9/11 airport security measures.

Royal Caribbean cruise ship hit by mysterious illness affecting more than 140 passengers

Passengers and crew members became ill with symptoms on Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas cruise to Mexico, prompting enhanced cleaning protocols on the ship.

These US airports are the worst to fly out of; see the list

AirHelp created its ranking based on on-time performance, customer opinion and the food and shopping experience.