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  • This replica Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was in a traveler’s carry-on bag at the Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD).

    TSA Week in Review - June 4th - 10th

    June 20, 2018

    This replica Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was in a traveler’s carry-on bag at the Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). As a result, the checkpoint was closed for a total of 19 minutes before the Chicago Police Bomb Squad was able to…
  • TSA discovered 97 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation. Of the 97 firearms discovered, 77 were loaded and 36 had a round chambered.

    TSA Week In Review: May 28th - June 3rd

    June 12, 2018

    TSA discovered 97 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation. Of the 97 firearms discovered, 77 were loaded and 36 had a round chambered. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality. TSA may impose civil penalties of up to $13,066 per…
  • TSA Week in Review - May 21st - 27th

    TSA Week in Review - May 21st - 27th

    June 5, 2018

    TSA officers discovered 84 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 84 firearms discovered, 70 were loaded and 31 had a round chambered. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality. TSA may impose civil penalties of up to…
  • TSA discovered 101 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 101 firearms discovered, 85 were loaded and 28 had a round chambered.

    TSA Week In Review - May 14th - 20th: 101 Firearms Discovered in Carry-on Bags

    June 1, 2018

    TSA discovered 101 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 101 firearms discovered, 85 were loaded and 28 had a round chambered. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality. TSA may impose civil penalties of up to $13,…
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    Be Prepared for Record Breaking Number of Air Travelers This Memorial Day Weekend

    May 25, 2018

    This is the big kick-off of the summer season! With over 13.5 million travelers projected to fly between May 25 and May 30 this year, we wanted to give you a few tips to help get you to your gate smoothly. Arrive Early: We’ll have plenty of…
  • TSA discovered 84 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 84 firearms discovered, 75 were loaded and 29 had a round chambered.

    TSA Week In Review: May 7th - 13th

    May 25, 2018

    TSA discovered 84 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 84 firearms discovered, 75 were loaded and 29 had a round chambered. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality. TSA may impose civil penalties of up to $13,066…
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    TSA’s 5 Essential Summer Travel Tips

    May 16, 2018

    Summertime is almost here! If you plan on traveling this year, take advantage of these five travel tips and you’ll sail smoothly past TSA on your way to your gate. 1) Stay Hydrated: It’s going to be hot out and you’ll need to stay hydrated. You’ve…
  • TSA discovered 90 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 90 firearms discovered, 73 were loaded and 35 had a round chambered.

    TSA Week In Review - Apr 30th - May 6th - Record 26 Firearms Discovered in One Day

    May 10, 2018

    TSA discovered 90 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 90 firearms discovered, 73 were loaded and 35 had a round chambered. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality. TSA may impose civil penalties of up to $13,066…
  • TSA discovered 94 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 94 firearms discovered, 78 were loaded and 34 had a round chambered.

    TSA Week in Review - April 23rd - 29th: 94 Firearms Discovered In Carry-On Bags

    May 5, 2018

    TSA discovered 94 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 94 firearms discovered, 78 were loaded and 34 had a round chambered. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality. TSA may impose civil penalties of up to $13,066…
  • TSA discovered 79 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 79 firearms discovered, 70 were loaded and 31 had a round chambered.

    TSA Week in Review: April 16th - 22nd

    April 25, 2018

    TSA discovered 79 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation last week. Of the 79 firearms discovered, 70 were loaded and 31 had a round chambered. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality. TSA may impose civil penalties of up to $13,066…

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