North Carolina travelers must act fast as the May 7 REAL ID deadline nears. Without it, you can’t board domestic flights or enter secure federal buildings.

What to know before TSA stops accepting state-issued identification that doesn't have enhanced security measures. What happens if you don’t have it?

Real ID-compliant cards will have a star marking on the “top portion of the card.” In states like California, the star is placed on an outline of a bear, while in other states, a simple golden ...

Real ID-compliant cards will have a star marking on the “top portion of the card.” In states like California, the star is placed on an outline of a bear, while in other states, a simple golden ...