Articles by Katie McFadden
Man Accused of Pointing Green Lasers at Planes to Distract Pilots in Oregon
An Oregon man was accused of pointing laser pointers at two different commercial planes at a busy airport in the state. The man has pleaded not guilty to federal charges.
Plane Crash Arkansas: Couple Killed in Accident
A plane crash in Arkansas left a couple dead on Monday. A plane crash in Arkansas left a couple dead on Monday. Ivan Williams, 63, and Adina Williams, 52, of Pryor were flying from Alabama to Claremore when the plane crashed in Arkansas, killing them both.
American Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Turks and Caicos
An American Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Turks and Caicos on Tuesday after the pilot reported that there was a fire in the cockpit, the engine was smoking and the flight had lost fuel.
Favorite Car Color: White Dominates as World's Favorite Color
What's the favorite car color? It isn't silver anymore. White has replaced silver as world's favorite car color.
Wayne Newton: Entertainer's Yacht Sinks in Marina
Wayne Newton's yacht had an unfortunate end. Authorities are investigating how the Las Vegas entertainer's boat sank a Lake Mead marina.
TSA to Use Information from Government & Private Databases to Pre-Screen Passengers
The TSA knows a lot more about passengers than they probably should. According to a New York Times article, the Transportation Security Administration has access to several huge federal and private databases that it uses to keep track of people traveling via U.S. airports.
SpongeBob Headstone: Family Upset After Cemetery Removes Massive Cartoon Headstone
A SpongeBob headstone is causing quite the controversy. Cemetery officials removed the headstone for the Iraq Veteran after determining it was inappropriate.
Halloween 2013: Best Destinations Around the World for Halloween
Halloween is almost here, so it's a perfect time to plan a last-minute spooky getaway. To help travelers choose the perfect Halloween destination, Travelocity released a list of the Top Halloween Destinations Around the World.
Ryan Reynolds Goes Shirtless Mid-Flight After Passenger Throws Up on Him
Imagine getting to fly next to a shirtless Ryan Reynolds? That's what some passengers got to do on a recent flight but Reynolds was half-naked for some unfortunate circumstances. Someone threw up on him.
China Smog: High Pollution Levels Reduce Visibility & Impacts Travel
China is full of smog lately, leaving people unable to see less than half a football field ahead of them due to a high rate of pollution.
Australia: Wildfires Tear Through State Across 190 Miles
Australia is dealing with destructive wildfires across the state. Firefighters are working hard to fight a major blaze that stretches 190 miles near the town of Lithgow.
Passenger Hospitalized Due to Severe Turbulence on United Airlines Flight
A passenger was hospitalized and several other were injured after a flight hit severe turbulence. A passenger was hospitalized and several other were injured after a flight hit severe turbulence.
Halloween 2013: Top 5 Spooky Destinations in the U.S. for Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner and that means its the perfect time for pumpkins, candy and scary events. To help travelers celebrate Halloween, Travelocity has determined the best destinations to celebrate Halloween.
Lionfish Invasion: Species Could Be Disaster for Atlantic Ocean
A lionfish invasion could mean trouble for the Atlantic Ocean. Environmentalists are concerned by the overabundance of lionfish around Bermuda.
Hurricane Raymond Threatens Mexico as Category 3 Storm
Hurricane Raymond gained major strength as it neared Mexico on Monday. Now a Category 3, Raymond is lashing the coast with heavy and potentially dangerous rain.
Air Marshal Caught Taking Pictures Up Passenger's Skirts on Southwest Flight
An air marshal did some very unheroic. A federal air marshal was arrested on Thursday after he was accused of using his cell phone to take pictures from underneath the dresses and skirts of female passengers as they boarded a flight to a Nashville airport.
Saber-Toothed Whale: Rare Species Washes Up in California
A saber-toothed whale washed ashore in California this week. A saber-toothed whale washed ashore in California this week. You read that correctly. It isn't rare for whales to wash up but a recent find left marine scientists very surprised.
San Francisco Evacuated: Suspicious Package Sets off Security Alert in Union Square
Parts of San Francisco were evacuated on Thursday after a suspicious package was left in Union Square.
LAX: Police Arrest Suspected Airport Employee Who Planted Dry Ice Bombs
LAX police have arrested a suspect who set up dry ice bombs around Los Angeles International Airport. The airport worker will be charged with two counts of possessing a destructive device in a public place.
Miami Boat Capsizes: 4 Dead & 11 Taken into Custody
A Miami boat capsized leaving four dead and 11 other taken into custody. The boat, consisting of Haitians and Jamaicans, capsized on Wednesday off the coast of South Florida.
Best Cruise Lines of 2013 According to Cruise Critic
There are hundreds of cruises to choose from when booking a cruise vacation. However some might be better than others. Cruise Critic, the world's largest cruise reviews site, has made the choice a little easier by releasing its 2013 Editors' Picks Awards in which they name some of the best cruise lines, ships and ports in 18 categories.
Laos Plane Crash: At least 44 Killed in Lao Airlines Accident
A Laos plane crash left at least 44 people dead on Wednesday. The Lao Airlines flight crashed into the Mekong River.
Papua New Guinea Rocked by Large Earthquake, No Damage Reported
Papua New Guinea was hit with a powerful earthquake on Wednesday. A magnitude 6.8 shook parts of the South Pacific nation. There do not appear to be any casualties or major damage.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Chosen for 2014, Nirvana Makes List for First Time
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees have been announced. Among the first-timers are Nirvana, Linda Ronstadt, Peter Gabriel, Hall and Oates, and The Replacements.
Craze Supplement: Meth-Like Substance Found in Product
Craze supplement is found to have a chemical that is similar to meth. Craze supplement is found to have a chemical that is similar to meth. Craze, a popular body-building supplement is sold as a "performance fuel" that provides "the ultimate in pre-workout power," but researchers who studied the ingredients found that it contains a chemical found in methamphetamine.
Eddie Guerrero Alive? Internet Hoax Claims Wrestler Isn't Dead
Eddie Guerrero is alive? At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the wrestling star didn't rise from the dead. The rumors of his return are nothing but a hoax. Eddie Guerrero is not alive.
Boeing 787 Dreamliner: Panel Falls off Mid-Flight Leaving Hole in Air India Plane
The Dreamliner drama continues as a large panel fell off an Air India flight, leaving a large hole in the aircraft as it was flying
Giant Oarfish: 18-Foot Sea Creature Found off Southern California Coast
A giant oarfish was found on the coast of Southern California this week. A giant oarfish was found on the coast of Southern California this week. A group of snorkelers found an 18-foot long, serpent-like oarfish after a marine science instructor spotted it.
3 Dry Ice Bombs Go Off at Los Angeles International Airport, Police Say It's Not Terrorism
Two dry ice explosions set were set off by a disgruntled employee at Los Angeles International Airport, but police are saying it wasn't an act of terror.
Hot New Hotels Around the World
Hot new hotels are popping up every year. TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site, came up with a list with some of the Hot New Hotels around the world.
