Fake bomb found in carry-on bag at Chicago airport

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Thursday, June 21, 2018
Fake bomb prompts shutdown
Fake bomb prompts shutdown. Tamala Edwards reports during Action News Mornings on June 21, 2018.

A fake bomb was found in a traveler's carry-on bag at Chicago's O'Hare Airport.

TSA officials say the discovery was made at the security checkpoint.

The scare prompted a 20-minute shutdown.

Officials warn travelers: fake or not, anyone who tries to bring a weapon past security can face arrest and steep fines.

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