Happy Wednesday! In this week’s Big I Buzz: the top U.S. airports for flight delays this holiday season, and changes coming to Wisconsin liquor laws.

The 5 Worst Airports for On-Time Flights this Holiday Season

AAA projects that 81.8 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home during the Thanksgiving period, from Tuesday, Nov. 25, through Monday, Dec. 1. This year’s domestic travel forecast includes 1.6 million more travelers than last year, setting a new record.

Weather challenges, heavy passenger volumes, and congested airspace are all contributing to expected delays as airports prepare for record-breaking crowds. According to Transfeero, these airports have the worst on-time performance heading into the holiday season:

1. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
2. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
3. San Diego International Airport (SAN)
4. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
5. George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston (IAH)

Read more here.

Horse Out of the Barn on Toughened Wisconsin Liquor Laws

New liquor licensing requirements in Wisconsin will soon apply to all venues—including wedding barns—after a judge dismissed a challenge to the state’s major 2023 alcohol law overhaul. The lawsuit claimed the changes unconstitutionally targeted wedding barn businesses, but the judge sided with regulators, noting the state’s responsibility to prevent excessive drinking.

Beginning in 2026, barn owners must obtain either a traditional liquor license or a special permit allowing beer and wine service up to six times a year, according to Wisconsin Public Radio. Previously, wedding barns operated without these restrictions. Read more here.

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