‘Do her damn job’: Illinois Sec. of State criticizes Kristi Noem ahead of Springfield visit!
Ahead of Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem’s visit to Springfield Wednesday — the same day Real ID requirements begin at U.S. airports — Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias had some harsh words to share.
Can you still fly or travel without a Real ID after May 7? Here’s what the new requirements say
After nearly 20 years of delays, the May 7 deadline to obtain a Real ID — a more secure form of ID that is now required in order to board a domestic flight or enter certain federal buildings — is here.
Reported crimes at Chicago Public Libraries on the rise, data shows
Chicago Public Libraries have seen a significant increase in reported crimes, with theft and sexual offenses being the most common, prompting calls for increased safety measures such as panic buttons and more surveillance cameras.
REAL ID deadline is here: What to know if you still need one
Starting May 7, a REAL ID-compliant license or identification card will be required to fly domestically in the U.S., so if you don’t have one yet, you’ll need to bring a passport or other TSA-approved form of identification when you travel.