Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration Administrator Chrissy Nizer joined WTOP to explain what Real ID does and what you need to do to be compliant before the deadline.

The Real ID Act takes effect on May 7. Michigan travelers must either already have a Real ID or use an approved alternative. Here's what to know.

Don’t have a REAL ID yet? That could cause you travel headaches after May 7 - The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast ...