Have you noticed an unusual smell or flavor in your tap water over the past few days?

What's wrong with Raleigh tap water? Algae bloom at Falls Lake behind the smell, color

'Earthy and musty:' Here's why your tap water may taste strange this weekend in Raleigh

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods, so purchasing separate flood insurance is crucial in North Carolina, especially in high-risk areas.

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods: How to protect your home in North Carolina

Princeville residents weigh options after Hurricane Matthew

All assets associated with the tag: luggage

Luggage Coverage

NBC's Sam Brock reports on an American tourist facing 12 years in jail after Turks and Caicos authorities found ammunition in his luggage.

It was the 40th birthday celebration for Ryan Watson, celebrated with his wife Valerie and two other couples that went from bliss to torture in an instant to not be with my kids, to not be home with Valerie right now is it's the most awful thing that I have ever lived through at this point. I don't know what's in store for Ryan. I don't know what's going to happen with our kids. The chain of events started by what Watson says was a simple mistake on a trip to Turks and Caicos two weeks ago, not realizing his duffel bag contained deer hunting bullets from a trip months earlier. I never recall putting those that ammunition in that bag. But you know, they ended up in there. The Turks and Caicos government tightened its laws in 2022 around firearms and ammunition with a mandatory term of imprisonment of not less than 12 years. Last September, the Bahamian embassy and us governments issued warnings to travelers but the Watsons say they were unaware I had never ever intended to bring any type of ammunition into this country. NBC Boston first broke the story of the couple's detention as their seven and nine year old kids waited for them in Oklahoma City. I was like, we, we can't both be in prison for 12 years. We have kids at home. Valerie was released and reunited with her kids, but Ryan can't leave the island. Another American Brian Harich is also being detained there and awaiting trial. The Pennsylvania father of two was arrested in February when authorities also found hunting bullets. He said he didn't know were in his back. This has happened to enough individuals already. We certainly don't want to see this happen to anybody else. Turks and Caicos officials say eight firearms and ammunition prosecutions have involved us tourists since the law went into effect. That includes this Indiana man who received a shorter eight month sentence for exceptional circumstances. Ryan Watson says he's desperate to get home to his family. We can't set any type of expectations on when I can be home uh to those kids. And, and that is and will always be my ultimate goal.

US tourist faces 12 years in prison after airport staff find bullets in luggage

Man found with ammo in Turks and Caicos facing prison sentence

NBC's Lindsey Reiser has details on travel chaos and lost luggage reports skyrocketing across the globe.

your bags are packed, you're ready to go. But where those bags go might be another story about $4000 worth of clothes, baby formula for our little daughter mar V Wright says she flew air France from Oregon to spain and after a chaotic carousel of flight changes her suitcase full of gifts, clothes and personal items was nowhere to be found. My mom is 83. She has dementia and I was hoping to have some time with her and go through some pictures that I printed for her while air France says they regret the current situation and apologized to customers concerned, marty says she still hasn't gotten her bag back 23 days later and her story isn't unique. Look at these airport images from Dublin and Amsterdam to new york and dc. When twitter user calling the scene a graveyard of lost bags, y'all this is in insane. And just this week, Delta flew a plane carrying 1000 stranded bags. No people from London's Heathrow Airport to Detroit. The reason why we're seeing so many lost bags is the same reason why we're seeing so many delayed flights is the same reason we're seeing so many long lines at the airport. A labor shortage across the economy and across airlines. According to the most recent air travel Consumer report in april, nearly 220,000 bags were lost or damaged in the US A jump of 135% since last year when fewer people were traveling. What should we do to make sure that our bags are going to be there when we land avoiding checking a bag is the single best thing you can do, but that's not realistic for many of us, So, experts say. Consider a small GPS tracking device. Take a picture of your valuables inside and know your rights. Not only are the airlines required to compensate you for lost bags up to $3800 for domestic flight and up to 1000 $780 from international flight, but they're also on the hook for any incidentals along the way, Making sure your summer plans don't grind to a halt Lindsay, riser, NBC news new york.

The summer of lost luggage frustrates travelers

Lost luggage

They're still asking for passenger help, though. Conspicuously place your itinerary or business card inside your checked bag and remove all old bag tags and barcodes.

Airlines credit technology for getting leg up on lost luggage

"The general rule that we tend to tell people is that if you can spray it, spread it, pump it or pour it, it should go in your checked bag," states Jenny L. Burke, TSA Press Secretary.

Holiday foods TSA will and won't allow in a carry-on

The airport is encouraging passengers to anticipate delays and arrive early. 

Delaying baggage for 5 hours, RDU conveyor belt glitch fixed

Baggage conveyor belt glitch linked to delays at RDU airport's Terminal 2

If you roll through the airport with multiple bags or one really big one, it may be time to maximize space and learn to pack efficiently.

Paring back, efficient packing helps save on baggage fees

Since baggage fees can add $30 to $50 to an airline ticket, more and more travelers are going with just a carry-on.

Tuck and roll to maximize space in carry-on bags

Carry-on luggage

When you're traveling, it's important to have luggage that can easily keep up -- but what's the best material?



Hard or soft? What to look for when buying luggage

Hard or soft luggage? Which is better?

5 on Your Side has a comparison of hard and soft luggage. Which one is best for you?