Thu, March 19, 2026

[ Today @ 01:02 PM ]: The News-Herald

Cleveland's Automotive History: A Deep Dive at Mentor Library

[ Today @ 12:09 PM ]: Macworld

macOS Beta: Balancing Early Access with Growing Risks

[ Today @ 12:08 PM ]: Forbes

Travelers Prioritize Values Over Price, Priceline CMO Says

[ Today @ 11:36 AM ]: Boston.com

Maine Botanical Gardens Ranked Among Nation's Best

[ Today @ 10:54 AM ]: WKBW

Florida Beaches Hit by Oil Debris Linked to 2019 Brazil Spill

[ Today @ 10:53 AM ]: U.S. News & World Report

Trump Envoy Meets Lukashenko to Negotiate American Detainees

[ Today @ 10:51 AM ]: Business Insider

TSA Struggles: Staffing, Training, and Protocol Lapses

[ Today @ 10:06 AM ]: BBC

Russia Launches Offensive on Kharkiv Amid Biden Visit

[ Today @ 07:18 AM ]: Palm Beach Post

Nora: Fishtown Restaurant Blends History & Modern Cuisine

[ Today @ 06:30 AM ]: Valley News Live

Bachmeier Challenges Bauman in North Dakota Superintendent Race

[ Today @ 06:28 AM ]: People

Abu Dhabi to Host First-Ever Combined Harry Potter Land: Hogwarts & Diagon Alley

[ Today @ 04:57 AM ]: Fox 11 News

Bedbug Infestations Surge Across US, Impacting All Levels

[ Today @ 04:56 AM ]: NY Daily News

NYC Submerged: Historic Flooding Prompts State of Emergency

[ Today @ 02:57 AM ]: WRDW

Georgia Invests Hundreds of Millions in Mental Health Overhaul

[ Today @ 01:45 AM ]: PBS

Real ID Deadline Approaching: What Travelers Need to Know

[ Today @ 01:44 AM ]: NOLA.com

Amtrak Train Strikes, Kills Pedestrian in Biloxi

[ Today @ 01:03 AM ]: Patch

Brooklyn Library Branches Closed Due to Snowstorm

[ Today @ 01:02 AM ]: UPI

Northeast Braces for Intensifying Nor'easters

[ Today @ 01:00 AM ]: Heavy.com

Travis Kelce's Business Empire Expands Beyond Football

[ Today @ 12:20 AM ]: East Bay Times

Bolivia Mourns as Cargo Plane Crash Kills 22

[ Today @ 12:19 AM ]: Chattanooga Times Free Press

Middle East Tensions Soar as Attacks Disrupt Shipping and Energy
Wed, March 18, 2026

[ Yesterday Evening ]: The Denver Post

Colorado Measles Outbreak Sparks Public Health Alert

[ Yesterday Evening ]: People

Chelsea Handler's Psychedelic Journey Sparks Conversation on Mental Wellness

[ Yesterday Evening ]: The New Republic

"Smell War": How Misinformation Distorts Border Security

[ Yesterday Evening ]: Dallas Morning News

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[ Yesterday Evening ]: U.S. News & World Report

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[ Yesterday Evening ]: CNN

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[ Yesterday Afternoon ]: Patch

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[ Yesterday Afternoon ]: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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[ Yesterday Afternoon ]: KOB 4

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[ Yesterday Afternoon ]: TechCrunch

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[ Yesterday Afternoon ]: Fox News

Michelle Obama Criticizes White House Standards, Sparks National Debate

[ Yesterday Afternoon ]: Hartford Courant

Wadsworth Atheneum Opens 80% of Collection Online

[ Yesterday Afternoon ]: Skift

U.S. Travel Spending Shows Slight Uptick, But Recovery Remains Slow

[ Yesterday Morning ]: EURweb

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[ Yesterday Morning ]: NBC News

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[ Yesterday Morning ]: PBS

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[ Yesterday Morning ]: HELLO! Magazine

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[ Yesterday Morning ]: NBC Connecticut

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[ Yesterday Morning ]: IBTimes UK

NYC Paralyzed by Historic Nor'easter

[ Yesterday Morning ]: The Independent

Sudan Crisis Deepens as Ceasefire Talks Fail

[ Yesterday Morning ]: WTOP News

AP Highlights Vertical Photography Trend in Annual Photo Collection

[ Yesterday Morning ]: The New York Times

Zelensky Warns Russia Adapting, Urges Western Allies to Sustain Support

[ Yesterday Morning ]: Boston.com

Massachusetts Tourism: New Experiences Emerge

[ Yesterday Morning ]: WFXT

Mass Bridge Failure Cripples Boston Commute

[ Yesterday Morning ]: 7News Miami

Iran's Khamenei Vows Continued Confrontation with Israel

[ Yesterday Morning ]: BBC

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[ Yesterday Morning ]: CBS News

Historic Blizzard Paralyzes Mid-Atlantic Region

Real ID Deadline Approaching: What Travelers Need to Know

What Does This Mean for Travelers?

Beginning May 7, 2026, travelers aged 18 and older will need to present a Real ID-compliant driver's license or identification card, or another acceptable form of identification, to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities - including federal courthouses, and secure areas of federal buildings. Without compliant identification, passengers will not be permitted to pass through TSA checkpoints.

Acceptable alternatives to a Real ID include a valid U.S. passport, a U.S. Department of Defense ID, a Permanent Resident Card, a Trusted Traveler Program card (like Global Entry or TSA PreCheck), or an Enhanced Driver's License (available in some states).

What's Required to Get a Real ID?

The application process for a Real ID isn't overly complicated, but requires more documentation than a standard driver's license renewal. Generally, applicants must provide:

  • Proof of Identity: A certified copy of your birth certificate, a U.S. passport, or a Permanent Resident Card.
  • Proof of Social Security Number: Your Social Security card, a W-2 form, or a pay stub.
  • Proof of Residency: Two documents verifying your current address, such as a utility bill, bank statement, or lease agreement. These documents must be current and show your name and address.

Specific requirements can vary by state, so it's crucial to check your state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) website for the most up-to-date information. Some states allow you to begin the application process online, pre-filling forms and gathering required documents before visiting a DMV office. This can significantly streamline the process.

Why the Repeated Delays?

The initial deadline for Real ID compliance was 2008. It's been pushed back repeatedly due to a combination of factors. The initial implementation faced resistance from states concerned about the cost of upgrading their systems. Then, the COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread DMV closures and staffing shortages, exacerbating existing backlogs. The DHS has also acknowledged the need to improve public awareness and ensure that all citizens have access to the necessary documentation.

This latest extension is designed to give states more time to address these ongoing issues and provide citizens with sufficient time to obtain compliant identification. However, experts warn that procrastinating could lead to significant travel disruptions as the May 7, 2026 deadline approaches. The DHS continues to urge citizens to begin the application process as soon as possible, rather than waiting until the last minute.

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Read the Full PBS Article at:
[ https://www.pbs.org/video/deadline-to-get-the-real-id-is-extended-again-1619635487/ ]