TSA PreCheck offers faster screening at airports nationwide, including Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. How it works and how to enroll.

Being part of just one airport program that speeds you through security may not be enough anymore, especially when events like government shutdowns, major storms, and system outages can create long lines and travel disruptions.

Before I discovered this not-so-secret airport hack, though, I was one of those travelers who didn’t feel like dealing with the hassle of applying for the program. But that’s simply because I hadn’t done my research.

Travelers who panicked at the thought of losing TSA PreCheck or Global Entry benefits during the Department of Homeland Security shutdown can exhale — at least for now. After initially signaling a suspension of expedited screening perks, DHS said ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The conflict among lawmakers stems from the department's oversight of Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, but it's just one part of DHS's budget. The department also oversees ...