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A hard deadline for getting a REAL ID has arrived after years of delays.

Starting next month, people without a REAL ID-compliant form of identification will not be allowed on domestic flights. REAL ID includes a series of verification requirements laid out in a federal law passed after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

The deadline for requiring a REAL ID to fly has been pushed back multiple times over several years. And in Missouri, drivers are not required to have a driver’s license that complies.

Have you gotten your REAL ID? Let us know by voting in the poll.

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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The Classic Highlander Clan will host the 3rd Celebration of Bagpipes.

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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

Travelers have missed the deadline to get a REAL ID ahead of a May 7 change to flying regulations.

However, the sooner people get their REAL ID-compliant documents, the sooner they can board domestic flights.

Beginning May 7, non-REAL ID driver’s licences will no longer be accepted to board regulated domestic flights. Military cards and U.S. passports will still be valid. However, for convenience and document security, U.S. residents are urged to make the switch.

“I just turned 18, and I heard it was kind of like your birth certificate and everything else, it just made it a lot easier, didn’t have to carry around as many papers, I was like, ‘Why not?'” said Thomas Flanery who got his REAL ID Wednesday.

According to the Missouri Department of Revenue, only 45% of Missouri licenses are REAL ID’s.

Temporary paper copies of REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses aren’t accepted to board a flight, and the hard copy can take 10 to 15 days to arrive by mail.

Trish Vincent the Director of Revenue for the state of Missouri recommends travelers to factor in this mailing time.

“If they’re traveling in September, they can wait to do that because there’s still plenty of time, but for those that are planning maybe a summer vacation, now would be a good time or within the next month or so,” Vincent said.

The REAL ID requirement started after the REAL ID Act was passed by Congress in 2005. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the change was to “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses and identification cards.”

The law came after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, when the airplane hijackers were able to get government identification as they plotted.

REAL IDs are also used to get into certain federal facilities and nuclear power plants. They are not needed to drive or vote. Children under 18 are not required to have a REAL ID when traveling with an adult.

“Missouri is one of those states that it’s an option for you, you don’t have to get a real ID,” Vincent said. “So, again, if you’re not traveling or don’t plan to go to Fort Wood or Whiteman, or going to a nuclear power plant or even go to a federal courthouse, you know, it’s up to you whether you want it.”

Source: Missouri Department of Revenue

To apply for REAL ID, applicants must have a document to prove their identity, a document to verify citizenship, a document to verify their Social Security number and at least two documents that verify their address. A birth certificate is a common document used to prove identity and citizenship.

Applicants will also take a new ID photo.

The DOR has a REAL ID guide to help applicants find which documents comply with each category. The website also features a checklist at the end for users to print out to remember what documents to bring to the DMV.

A standard class F REAL ID driver’s license costs around $27.

Hours vary across licensing offices, so the DOR recommends checking online for the office’s hours first.

“It’s a short wait and just it was a simple in and out,” Flanery said. “Just had to bring address and birth certificate and whatnot, and then they were able to set it up for me just fine.”

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ABC-7 has reported on how lawmakers in Texas have filed several bills that would require local law enforcement agencies to enter into agreements with ICE to enforce immigration laws.

A 1996 federal immigration law allows ICE to delegate to local forces. This law deputizes local officers, giving them the ability to question inmates in local jails and residents about their immigration status, and to serve administrative warrants.

Do you think law enforcement agencies in the Borderland should have limited immigration enforcement ability? Let us know by voting in the poll.

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Pickle Planet launches their new facility in Las Cruces, as its first and only climate-controlled indoor pickleball club.

They plan to redefine the game with three full-size, professional-grade courts built to USA Pickleball standards.

The club will provide 24/7 access to exclusive members to prevent harsh weather from stopping players from continuing their fun — whether it’s scorching summer heat or freezing winters.

Pickle Planet welcomes players of all levels — from seasoned pros using AI analytics, live streaming, and video replay to elevate their game, to first-timers eager to learn and play in a tech-driven environment.

Their amenities include:

State of the art Pickle Planet Pro Shop with top-tier pickleball gear

Certified Coaching & Lessons by PCI & PPR Professionals

Leagues, Tournaments, Open Play, Private Rentals & Events

Pickle Planet is located on 1836 W Amador Ave, Suite A, Las Cruces, NM 88005.

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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—City Nature Challenge: This year marks the 10th anniversary of this friendly competition between cities around the globe to see who can record the most wildlife observations.

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Stephanie Alfaro with the Parenting Connection of Monterey County visits the News Channel 46 Studio to talk about Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month.

According to the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance – 1 in 5 mothers are impacted by mental health conditions and it’s the leading cause of maternal deaths.

75% of women go untreated for mental health issues following a pregnancy. And it isn’t just limited to those with postpartum depression.

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Idaho Falls, Idaho (KIFI) – With high prices at the grocery store, it’s hard to find Easter baskets that don’t break the bank. Here is a comparison of two affordable options, Walmart and Dollar Tree.

For baskets, Walmart takes the cake. Their baskets are only $1.24 for a bigger basket than Dollar Tree, which costs $1.25.

You’ll have to take your pick for candy. I was able to find the same Reese’s peanut butter eggs at both stores, but the size and price varied drastically. Walmart had a 9.1 oz bag for $4.48, while Dollar Tree had a 2.68 oz bag for $1.25.

Dollar Tree had much cheaper chocolate bunnies, but Walmart gets a point for more variety of chocolate animals. Dollar tree had a Russell Stover solid chocolate rabbit for $1.25, while Walmart’s Easter buddies chocolate rabbit came out to $1.36. But, Walmart also had filled chocolate rabbits, Reese’s chocolate rabbits.

Walmart also takes a point for Peeps. They sell a 10-pack for $1.47 while Dollar Tree sells a 5-pack for $1.25. Both had a variety of flavors and colors as well.

Other basket fillers were interchangeable. Walmart had more options for stuffed animals for less money. I got a stuffed rabbit for $2.97 at Walmart. Dollar Tree had a lot less Easter related stuffed animals. I found a stuffed rabbit for $5 at Dollar Tree, although I will note it is scented.

Dollar Tree had more activities and games to put in baskets. I found an Easter painting set for $1.25, while the closest thing I could find at Walmart was a set of coloring pages for $3.

I ended up spending $21.76 for a full basket from Walmart, and $10.96 at Dollar Tree.

So what’s the verdict? Walmart is probably a better option if you need to make more than one basket. They have more variety, bigger bags of candy, and prices that are competitive with Dollar Tree. But, Dollar Tree does give Walmart a run for their money, especially if you’re only making a couple of baskets or baskets for younger children that don’t eat as much candy.

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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The Border Art Residency, an  El Paso Community Foundation project, allows artists to pursue their craft without worrying about paying for housing expenses.

This year, they chose Valeria Contreras, an award-winning filmmaker and storyteller from El Paso, Texas. She is currently developing a feature film screenplay, “Oranges,” set in El Paso.

According to the El Paso Community Foundations, her first short film, “Homesick,” was screened at festivals including Femme Frontera and the Oscar-qualifying Atlanta Film Festival. Through her independent production company, Apis Mellifera Productions, Valeria is developing a slate of international feature films in collaboration with filmmakers from the U.S., Colombia, Nigeria, and Canada.

For more information, please call (915) 533-4023 or visit BorderArtResidency.com.

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Many people decide to file their taxes at the very last minute, but April 15 is the last day to file on time without being charged a penalty or interest from the IRS.

An expert at GECU shared tips on how to file your taxes on Tax Day correctly and for free.

Linda Nuñez, director of GECU Youth Community Programs, says anyone can walk in to GECU from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., all you need to bring is your original social security card and ID.

You most likely need to bring forms if you are:

Employed: Bring a W-2 form.

Self-employed: Bring a 1099 form.

Receiving social security or pension: Bring a 1099 form.

Own stocks: Bring interest forms.

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Paying student loans

Nuñez explained some common mistakes when people file their taxes.

“A lot of the times they forget to include some other forms, they either receive them later or they think that they’re they’re not required,” said Nuñez. “Sometimes they’ll try to claim dependents that are not considered dependents. They forget to file their 1085, so if they had health insurance to the marketplace, they forget to bring that form with them.”

Nuñez says when people file on their own, they can miss out on big credits, like earned income credit or child tax credit.

According to her, the process could take about at least an hour.

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