Those who wish to obtain a REAL ID must visit their local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office and present a number of ...

Across the country, government offices extended their hours to help meet the demand. But despite that, some people waited for hours Tuesday to get a REAL ID ahead of the long-delayed deadline.

A REAL ID-compliant driver’s license has a symbol ( in most states, a star ) in the top corner of the card. In California, about 58% of all driver’s license and ID cardholders have a REAL ID. The ...

In Chicago, officials established a Real ID Supercenter for walk-in appointments, while officials in California and elsewhere planned to continue offering extended hours for the crush of appointments.

REAL ID, a federally mandated security upgrade to driver licenses and non-driver IDs, will be required to board domestic flights starting May 7, 2025. Travelers can use a valid U.S. passport if ...

Travelers who haven’t obtained a REAL ID by this week’s deadline received assurances from the head of Homeland Security that they will be able to fly after additional identity checks.

Across the country, government offices extended their hours to help meet the demand. But despite that, some people waited for hours Tuesday to get a REAL ID ahead of the long-delayed deadline.

The REAL ID Act was passed in 2005 as a response to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and was originally set to take effect in 2008. However, enforcement has been delayed several times due to ...

Across the country, government offices extended their hours to help meet the demand. But despite that, some people waited for hours Tuesday to get a REAL ID ahead of the long-delayed deadline.

TSA officials are not expecting any extended wait times for those who have their Real ID. Travelers at the Redmond Airport told KTVZ News Thursday that things seem to be running smoothly.

Currently, REAL ID is required to board domestic flights and enter some federal buildings. Without one, you will need a military ID or a passport to fly.