The deadline for obtaining REAL ID is coming up on May 7, and right now, only about 30% of people have one. Thus, demand is ...

As the deadline for the enforcement of a new identification system nears, the Illinois Secretary of State is clarifying who ...

While it seems likely the May 7, 2025, deadline will stick, according to Illinois officials, many people won't need a Real ID ...

The deadline for REAL ID enforcement is just 75 days away and the Illinois Secretary of State is trying to clear up any ...

Illinois residents with flights after May 7, 2025, should apply for a REAL ID at least 30 days before their trip. Temporary driver’s licenses or state IDs will not be accepted as REAL ID-compliant ...

People with a valid U.S. passport do not need a Real ID to fly domestically, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said. It may be required in order to visit certain federal facilities.

Last May, Giannoulias’ office launched the “Get Real Illinois” campaign to raise awareness about the requirements and ...

REAL ID was put into place by the Real ID Act after 9/11 but its enforcement had been postponed a number of times including ...

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is advising residents to avoid confusion about the federal government’s ...

Starting May 7, a REAL ID will be needed to fly within the U.S. State-level ID cards, such as driver's licenses, won't be ...

If you don’t have a REAL ID yet, time is running out! Louisiana residents will need one for flights and federal buildings soon—here’s how to get yours before the deadline.

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias says he is trying to clear up confusion surrounding the upcoming REAL ID ...