Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias
@ilsecofstate.bsky.social
Our upgraded IRP system makes renewing commercial trucks faster, simpler, and more flexible. Saving the people of Illinois time and reducing unnecessary paperwork by modernizing our services is at the heart of our mission we strive for each and every day.
February 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Our upgraded IRP system makes renewing commercial trucks faster, simpler, and more flexible. Saving the people of Illinois time and reducing unnecessary paperwork by modernizing our services is at the heart of our mission we strive for each and every day.
Heads up, Illinois travelers: the TSA’s $45 fee for flying without a REAL ID or passport is now in effect. Avoid the fee and get your REAL ID at our Chicago Supercenter (191 N. Clark St.) or any DMV statewide. Find a facility and make an appointment at apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
February 4, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Heads up, Illinois travelers: the TSA’s $45 fee for flying without a REAL ID or passport is now in effect. Avoid the fee and get your REAL ID at our Chicago Supercenter (191 N. Clark St.) or any DMV statewide. Find a facility and make an appointment at apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
Need help reinstating your license? Our team will be at the 14th Driver’s License Reinstatement Expo, hosted by @pilsenneighbors!
🗓️ Saturday, Feb. 7th, 2026
⏰ 9AM–3PM
📍 Malcolm X College
✅ Pre-registration required: pilsenneighbors.org/dlre
🗓️ Saturday, Feb. 7th, 2026
⏰ 9AM–3PM
📍 Malcolm X College
✅ Pre-registration required: pilsenneighbors.org/dlre
February 2, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Need help reinstating your license? Our team will be at the 14th Driver’s License Reinstatement Expo, hosted by @pilsenneighbors!
🗓️ Saturday, Feb. 7th, 2026
⏰ 9AM–3PM
📍 Malcolm X College
✅ Pre-registration required: pilsenneighbors.org/dlre
🗓️ Saturday, Feb. 7th, 2026
⏰ 9AM–3PM
📍 Malcolm X College
✅ Pre-registration required: pilsenneighbors.org/dlre
Illinois has a proud legacy of resilience, innovation, and leadership from Black communities that have shaped our culture and progress. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate those stories and commit to building an even brighter future together.
February 1, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Illinois has a proud legacy of resilience, innovation, and leadership from Black communities that have shaped our culture and progress. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate those stories and commit to building an even brighter future together.
🚨 FINAL DAY 🚨Today is your last chance to take advantage of expanded Saturday REAL ID hours! Busy weekday schedule? Downtown walk-ins, extra DMV appointments and on-site vital records are available today. Get your REAL ID now and avoid TSA’s $45 penalty starting Feb. 1.
January 31, 2026 at 2:00 PM
🚨 FINAL DAY 🚨Today is your last chance to take advantage of expanded Saturday REAL ID hours! Busy weekday schedule? Downtown walk-ins, extra DMV appointments and on-site vital records are available today. Get your REAL ID now and avoid TSA’s $45 penalty starting Feb. 1.
Ride Safe, Ride Smart, Ride Ready! This week, we launched a new statewide effort to strengthen education around the current rules for micromobility devices, while working to set clear standards to keep riders, drivers and pedestrians safe. Learn more at
ILSOS.gov/oneroad
ILSOS.gov/oneroad
January 31, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ride Safe, Ride Smart, Ride Ready! This week, we launched a new statewide effort to strengthen education around the current rules for micromobility devices, while working to set clear standards to keep riders, drivers and pedestrians safe. Learn more at
ILSOS.gov/oneroad
ILSOS.gov/oneroad
Tomorrow is your last chance to use expanded Saturday hours and avoid TSA’s new $45 REAL ID penalty starting Feb. 1. Walk-ins are available in Chicago's Loop and added appointments are available statewide. Don’t wait until the airport – act now!
January 30, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Tomorrow is your last chance to use expanded Saturday hours and avoid TSA’s new $45 REAL ID penalty starting Feb. 1. Walk-ins are available in Chicago's Loop and added appointments are available statewide. Don’t wait until the airport – act now!
Illinois roads are changing fast – but the rules of the road haven’t kept up. “Ride Safe, Ride Smart, Ride Ready” is our new statewide effort to set clear standards, strengthen education and keep riders, drivers and pedestrians safe. Learn more at ILSOS.gov/oneroad
January 30, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Illinois roads are changing fast – but the rules of the road haven’t kept up. “Ride Safe, Ride Smart, Ride Ready” is our new statewide effort to set clear standards, strengthen education and keep riders, drivers and pedestrians safe. Learn more at ILSOS.gov/oneroad
Micromobility technology is advancing faster than our rules. Some devices now travel at highway speeds, yet there are few clear standards & safety requirements. Common-sense solutions that reflect today’s reality will make our streets safer. Learn more at ilsos.gov/oneroad
January 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Micromobility technology is advancing faster than our rules. Some devices now travel at highway speeds, yet there are few clear standards & safety requirements. Common-sense solutions that reflect today’s reality will make our streets safer. Learn more at ilsos.gov/oneroad
Big news for Illinois businesses and drivers! Our upgraded system makes renewing commercial trucks faster, simpler, and more flexible. This will save time and boost convenience statewide. Modernization at your fingertips. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rjdDug
January 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Big news for Illinois businesses and drivers! Our upgraded system makes renewing commercial trucks faster, simpler, and more flexible. This will save time and boost convenience statewide. Modernization at your fingertips. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rjdDug
Don’t forget: TSA’s new $45 fee kicks in this Sunday for those without a REAL ID. With one more Saturday of extended hours at the downtown Supercenter (191 N. Clark St.) there’s still time to walk in, get it done, and avoid the extra cost.
January 28, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Don’t forget: TSA’s new $45 fee kicks in this Sunday for those without a REAL ID. With one more Saturday of extended hours at the downtown Supercenter (191 N. Clark St.) there’s still time to walk in, get it done, and avoid the extra cost.
🚨 Due to unsafe road conditions on January 27th, road tests are postponed at some DMV's for the safety of residents and staff. Please check before you go by visiting: https://apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
January 27, 2026 at 1:46 PM
🚨 Due to unsafe road conditions on January 27th, road tests are postponed at some DMV's for the safety of residents and staff. Please check before you go by visiting: https://apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
Illinois is continuing to modernize! Our new system makes renewing commercial trucks faster, easier, and more flexible, saving time for businesses and drivers statewide. Learn more: https://www.ilsos.gov/news/2026/january-26-2026-giannoulias-moves-commercial-truck-renewal-process-online.html
January 27, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Illinois is continuing to modernize! Our new system makes renewing commercial trucks faster, easier, and more flexible, saving time for businesses and drivers statewide. Learn more: https://www.ilsos.gov/news/2026/january-26-2026-giannoulias-moves-commercial-truck-renewal-process-online.html
Stay warm and skip the lines! ❄️
Did you know that there are dozens of services you can access right from home? That includes renewing your license or plates, updating your address, requesting records, managing business filings, and more. Convenience is just a click away at ilsos.gov.
Did you know that there are dozens of services you can access right from home? That includes renewing your license or plates, updating your address, requesting records, managing business filings, and more. Convenience is just a click away at ilsos.gov.
January 26, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Stay warm and skip the lines! ❄️
Did you know that there are dozens of services you can access right from home? That includes renewing your license or plates, updating your address, requesting records, managing business filings, and more. Convenience is just a click away at ilsos.gov.
Did you know that there are dozens of services you can access right from home? That includes renewing your license or plates, updating your address, requesting records, managing business filings, and more. Convenience is just a click away at ilsos.gov.
🚨Due to extreme cold and unsafe road conditions on January 26th, there will be no walk-in road tests before noon for the safety of residents and staff. Please check before you go by visiting:https://apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
January 26, 2026 at 12:30 PM
🚨Due to extreme cold and unsafe road conditions on January 26th, there will be no walk-in road tests before noon for the safety of residents and staff. Please check before you go by visiting:https://apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
🚨 Due to extreme cold on January 24th, there will be no walk-in road tests for the safety of residents and staff. Please check before you go by visiting: https://apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
January 24, 2026 at 1:30 PM
🚨 Due to extreme cold on January 24th, there will be no walk-in road tests for the safety of residents and staff. Please check before you go by visiting: https://apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
Cold weather doesn’t change our mission: meeting people where they are and serving them with care.
Even in frigid Illinois temperatures, our DMV teams showed up to deliver essential services. Grateful to staff statewide who continue serving through challenging conditions. ❄️💙
Even in frigid Illinois temperatures, our DMV teams showed up to deliver essential services. Grateful to staff statewide who continue serving through challenging conditions. ❄️💙
January 23, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Cold weather doesn’t change our mission: meeting people where they are and serving them with care.
Even in frigid Illinois temperatures, our DMV teams showed up to deliver essential services. Grateful to staff statewide who continue serving through challenging conditions. ❄️💙
Even in frigid Illinois temperatures, our DMV teams showed up to deliver essential services. Grateful to staff statewide who continue serving through challenging conditions. ❄️💙
🚨 Due to extreme cold, we are closing our senior centers tomorrow, January 23rd 2026. Please check before you go by visiting: https://bit.ly/4ke1uoh
January 22, 2026 at 11:00 PM
🚨 Due to extreme cold, we are closing our senior centers tomorrow, January 23rd 2026. Please check before you go by visiting: https://bit.ly/4ke1uoh
This morning, I joined @RPCoalition to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his vision of a Beloved Community – one rooted in justice, dignity, and shared responsibility. His work reminds us that progress is built through service and action, every day.
January 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
This morning, I joined @RPCoalition to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his vision of a Beloved Community – one rooted in justice, dignity, and shared responsibility. His work reminds us that progress is built through service and action, every day.
In 1964, Civil Rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. joined hands and voices with local faith leaders in singing “We Shall Overcome,” @SoldierField. On this #MLKDay, we reflect on Dr. King's words and actions while honoring his enduring call to justice, unity and equality.
January 19, 2026 at 2:01 PM
In 1964, Civil Rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. joined hands and voices with local faith leaders in singing “We Shall Overcome,” @SoldierField. On this #MLKDay, we reflect on Dr. King's words and actions while honoring his enduring call to justice, unity and equality.
Busy weekday schedule? New Saturday REAL ID hours are here! We're teaming up with @cookcountyclerk to expand weekend service access downtown, making it easier to get a REAL ID and avoid surprise fees at the airport on Feb. 1. Visit realid.ilsos.gov to learn more.
January 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Busy weekday schedule? New Saturday REAL ID hours are here! We're teaming up with @cookcountyclerk to expand weekend service access downtown, making it easier to get a REAL ID and avoid surprise fees at the airport on Feb. 1. Visit realid.ilsos.gov to learn more.
If you get a text claiming to be from the “Illinois State Department of Motor Vehicles” threatening suspension or Jan. 17 enforcement – don’t click or reply. Our office never sends texts for payment or personal info. Stay vigilant and report scams to protect yourself and others.
January 16, 2026 at 7:38 PM
If you get a text claiming to be from the “Illinois State Department of Motor Vehicles” threatening suspension or Jan. 17 enforcement – don’t click or reply. Our office never sends texts for payment or personal info. Stay vigilant and report scams to protect yourself and others.
In observance of #MLKDay, our offices and DMV facilities will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.
📣 SKIP THE LINE, DO IT ONLINE! Access our online services any time at http://ILSOS.gov. For DMV info/appointments, call 800-252-8980.
📣 SKIP THE LINE, DO IT ONLINE! Access our online services any time at http://ILSOS.gov. For DMV info/appointments, call 800-252-8980.
January 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM
In observance of #MLKDay, our offices and DMV facilities will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.
📣 SKIP THE LINE, DO IT ONLINE! Access our online services any time at http://ILSOS.gov. For DMV info/appointments, call 800-252-8980.
📣 SKIP THE LINE, DO IT ONLINE! Access our online services any time at http://ILSOS.gov. For DMV info/appointments, call 800-252-8980.
🚨Road tests are temporarily suspended at some DMV facilities due to snow and icy road conditions. Please check before you go by visiting: https://apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility
January 16, 2026 at 1:27 PM
🚨Road tests are temporarily suspended at some DMV facilities due to snow and icy road conditions. Please check before you go by visiting: https://apps.ilsos.gov/facilityfinder/facility