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Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Miami Herald
‘Zero tolerance for fraud': Miami tightens driver's license procedures
Miami is increasing the stringency of document checks presented by driver's license applicants as proof of their legal status. On social media, Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez issued a stern warning to those seeking driver's licenses issued by the state of Florida that his office, where driver's license applications are currently processed, will not tolerate fraud related to documentation submitted by applicants. 'Using false documents to obtain a driver's license or state ID is a crime. In Florida, driving privileges are only granted to those who meet all legal requirements, including proof of legal presence and verified residency,' he wrote on his X account on Thursday. 'As Miami-Dade County Tax Collector, I am committed to protecting the integrity of our services. No more shortcuts. Zero tolerance for fraud,' he added. Fernandez emphasized potential attempts to misuse or manipulate the system by submitting documents that do not meet verification standards, including fake bank statements or utility bills (water or electricity), to obtain a driver's license or REAL ID. He also stated that the document constituted a 'privilege' and not a right. He clarified that providing false documentation constituted a crime. 'The use of fraudulent documents not only violates the law, but also undermines the trust we strive to build in our community,' he said. 'As Miami-Dade County's tax collector, I am fully committed to protecting the integrity of our services. Our office is strengthening fraud protocols, implementing new technology, and training our staff to identify and prevent these illegal attempts,' he stated. Increased demand for driver's licenses Since early May, the REAL ID has become standard for domestic travel at U.S. airports, a requirement that Florida drivers' licenses and identification cards meet. These documents also serve as proof of regularized immigration status in the country, amidst the ongoing operations and raids by several federal agencies targeting illegal immigration. Last month, a new state regulation went into effect limiting the term of the validity of driver's licenses for certain legal immigrants. Meanwhile, Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) centers have faced long lines and chaos in Miami amid increased demand for driver's licenses and REAL IDs. In response to the chaos, the Miami-Dade tax collector's office decided to incorporate such procedures for the benefit of taxpayers. Fernández has opened several new offices, while promising to expand services to other areas of the county where they are currently unavailable. To get a driver's license in Florida, you can present several identification documents, including: ▪ Permanent residence card or green card ▪ Proof of Social Security Number ▪ Bank or credit card statements ▪ Public service receipts, such as water, electricity, and gas, in the applicant's name.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Your Stories Q&A: Any plans to redevelop the old Club 37 in Salina?
SALINA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You ask, we answer! Viewer Question: Club 37 in Salina has been sitting empty for years. Are there any plans to tear down the old club and redevelop the property? Club 37, off Route 11, near the Salina/Clay border, has been closed for over 20 years. Before it shuttered, it was the place to be seen on Friday nights. Many of our viewers have great memories, spending time at the nightclub in the 70s, 80s and 90s. Now, the once hot spot has become an eyesore of a vacant lot. The club is still standing, but it can be hard to see from Route 11 because of the overgrown bushes. Those bushes block the building and the graffiti that's been painted on the exterior. The viewer who asked the question was hopeful there was a plan for redeveloping the run-down piece of property, seeing how just a few doors down, the vacant Ponderosa was recently renovated. That building is now the new home of the Daily Diner. There are no plans for redevelopment on the radar. For years, the property has been listed for lease or sale by Pavia Real Estate. Dominic Pavia told NewsChannel 9, there's been interest over the years, but no deal has made it across the finish line. He said the property is currently available for redevelopment. In the event a deal is made in the future, the old Club 37 will be demolished for new construction. We'll keep tabs on this property and let you know if there are any developments on redevelopment. Submit a form. Your Stories Q&A: Any plans to redevelop the old Club 37 in Salina? 'The stars aligned:' Second Chance Diner in Camillus scooped up well-known vacant restaurant Your Stories Q&A: Discount chain to open this month in former Clay Big Lots Your Stories Q&A: What's moving into Marcellus pharmacy? New trash carts arrive after North Syracuse neighbors were unhappy with rollout Your Stories Q&A: Here's what's moving into the former Clam Bar in North Syracuse Your Stories Q&A: Here's what's moving into the former Zebb's in Mattydale Your Stories Q&A: What's next for closed Big Lots in Oswego? Your Stories Q&A: Here's when a popular diner will open at the former Salina Ponderosa Your Stories Q&A: With North Syracuse Rite Aid closing, what's next for iconic Sweetheart Corner Sign? Your Stories Q&A: Is construction starting on the final phases of Loop the Lake trail around Onondaga Lake? Your Stories Q&A: Dollar store proposed for old North Syracuse Walgreens Your Stories Update: New traffic light installed at 'dangerous' intersection Your Stories Q&A: Children's mental health center planned for vacant lot in Cicero Your Stories Q&A: When will Thruway exit 34A in DeWitt reopen? Your Stories Q&A: Uncle Chubby's in Clay reopening after being closed for 18 months Your Stories Q&A: What documents do I need to bring to DMV to get REAL ID? Your Stories Q&A: Is my Social Security number shown when a store scans my REAL ID license? 'Why do you have to live in a war zone if you're not part of the war?': Syracuse landlord frustrated by bullets on his block Your Stories Q&A: When will the new Chick-fil-A open in DeWitt? Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
All PennDOT driver license, photo centers to close for Juneteenth
Don't plan to get your REAL ID on Thursday. PennDOT says all of its driver license and photo centers will be closed June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday. Also known as Juneteenth National Freedom Day, June 19 is an official observance in Pennsylvania, PennDOT says in a release. Juneteenth marks when Union soldiers reached Galveston, Texas, with news of the Civil War's end. PennDOT says Juneteenth is 'a day to commemorate emancipation and the steps we've taken toward freedom.' You can still get many driver license and vehicle products and services online through PennDOT's Driver and Vehicle Services website. That includes all forms, publications and driver training manuals and more. These are some services you can get online 24/7: Driver's license, photo ID and vehicle registration renewals Driver-history services Changes of address Driver license and vehicle registration restoration letters Ability to pay driver license or vehicle insurance restoration fee Driver license and photo ID duplicates REAL ID pre-verification Driver exam scheduling There are no additional fees for using online services, PennDOT says. For a complete list of PennDOT driver and photo license center closings in 2025, click here. PennDOT asks you to call ahead for hours of operation during holidays if you're planning to visit one of its Online Messenger Service Centers. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
New York Post
12-06-2025
- New York Post
TSA approves Real ID alternative for iPhone users — but only for certain types of travel
Your passport's going digital — but don't go tossing the hard copy just yet. Apple just unveiled a buzzy new feature that'll let iPhone users upload their passport into Apple Wallet this fall, turning their device into a one-stop-shop for jet-setting — at least within U.S. borders. The new digital passport will be accepted at TSA checkpoints, making those airport security lines just a little less painful. Advertisement 3 Apple's latest trick? Turning your iPhone into a passport. The tech giant's rolling out a flashy new feature this fall that lets users stash their passport in Wallet — but don't pack your bags for Paris just yet. It only works for travel in the good ol' U.S. of A. Boston Globe via Getty Images 'While not a replacement for your physical passport, digital ID can be used for domestic travel and at supported TSA checkpoints,' an Apple spokesperson said during the company's latest splashy event, as reported by USA TODAY. This means that shiny new digital document won't take you around the world, but it'll breeze you through security on your next short hop — no fumbling in your bag required. Advertisement The rollout comes on the heels of the REAL ID enforcement kicking in this May, which had travelers scrambling to figure out whether their driver's license was compliant — or whether they'd need to whip out a passport just to fly from LAX to LaGuardia. Now, Apple's hoping to smooth things out by making travel 'just tap and go.' Along with the digital ID debut, Apple is also giving its Wallet app a travel-friendly facelift — refreshing boarding passes and amping up other in-flight features for the modern road warrior. Advertisement As per SF Gate, Apple recently noted in a statement that their new Digital ID 'offers a secure and private new way for users to store and present their ID information using their iPhone and Apple Watch.' The company went on to note that users will be able to 'seamlessly create and add a Digital ID to Apple Wallet using a U.S. passport.' But before you bench the little blue book for good, be warned — the TSA says that the Digital ID presented at TSA checkpoints 'provide identity verification for domestic travel only, and it is not a replacement for your physical Passport.' The agency continued in a statement to SF Gate, 'It is important to have the physical U.S. Passport available in case it is needed, and a physical U.S. Passport is still required for international travel.' Advertisement 3 Don't ditch that little blue book just yet — the TSA says Apple's new Digital ID might get you through domestic security, but it won't fly overseas. Jenna Hidinger Photo – 3 Apple's not stopping at digital IDs — they're giving the Wallet app a major glow-up, upgrading boarding passes and packing in new in-flight perks for today's jet-setting warriors. Getty Images Last month, scammers made headlines as they swooped in as frazzled New York flyers raced to meet the Real ID deadline on May 7. As The Post previously reported, shady websites were duping Americans with bogus promises of fast-track IDs — even though the only legit way to get one was by hauling yourself to the DMV. Desperate flyers looking for a workaround even began circulating rumors that a Costco membership card would be accepted as a substitute for official documents. 'We love hotdogs & rotisserie chickens as much as the next person but please stop telling people their Costco card counts as a Real ID because it absolutely does not,' the TSA reminded travelers last week.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Yahoo
TSA offers tips for navigating Appleton International Airport during busy summer travel season
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – With summer travel bringing higher passenger volume to Appleton International Airport, officials from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) are offering helpful tips to ensure travelers move through the checkpoint safely and efficiently. Packing smart starts at home with an empty bag, and TSA officials will host a 'how to pack your carry-on' demonstration to share best practices for avoiding prohibited items and adhering to the 3-1-1 liquids rule. The NFL Today taking CBS pregame show on the road, kicking off Week 1 at Lambeau Field The TSA also provided an update on REAL ID compliance and reminded passengers of other acceptable forms of identification. Appleton International Airport is expected to be busy all summer, with passenger traffic expected to break records. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
