Real ID

Starting May 7, travelers need to make sure they have the proper documentation when traveling domestically.

New York State officials are urging state residents to make appointments to get their REAL IDs ahead of the May deadline.

An enhanced driver's license will be necessary for those wishing to board a plane without any other federal identification documents.

Department of Motor Vehicle offices across the state are expecting to be busier than usual the next few years as new federal standards for driver’s…