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 ...

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

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

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 ...

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 ...

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is working to clear up confusion about REAL IDs. With the federal deadline less ...

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

It seems like a lifetime ago — in 2005, as a response to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks — Congress passed the Real ID Act. At the time, the idea was to have the program implemented by 2008, but ...

The TSA says you have to get your Real ID by May 7. Why it matters: After that date, Real IDs or valid passports will be required for domestic travel and entry into certain government facilities. The ...

Legislators serving their second year in the General Assembly say they apply many lessons from their first year in office.

Finding the right funding can make a huge difference when starting or expanding a small business. Grants are particularly attractive because, unlike loans, they don't need to be repaid. However, their ...