Illinois residents looking to buy a used car from out-of-state are encouraged to take extra precautions after an uptick in a recent scam involving fraudulent vehicle

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias joins John Williams to talk about the push to pass new bipartisan legislation that will increase the age at which drivers must take a behind-the wheel

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said he’s optimistic new bipartisan legislation seeking to increase the age for mandated road tests from 79 to 87 will succeed where similar bills failed. The

Illinois is the only state in the country that requires seniors to have their driving skills tested on a regular basis.

Illinois will join 10 other states and territories that have adopted IDs in Apple Wallet, including Arizona, Colorado, California, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Maryland, New Mexico, Ohio, and Puerto Rico. The office has set up a sign-up page for information and updates about the program. Anyone interested can sign up at the Secretary of State's website.

Bipartisan legislation introduced in Springfield would also create a system for relatives to ask the state to step in if they think their aging loved ones are no longer capable of driving.

Older drivers in Illinois could face fewer barriers to renew their driver’s licenses next year as part of a bill that would raise the age for the state-mandated

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Currently, the law requires drivers 79 to 80 to take a road exam if their four-year license renewal is up. For drivers aged 81 to 86, it is every two years, and for drivers 87 and older, it is yearly.

Under a new bill being considered by the Illinois General Assembly, senior citizens would have to take a mandatory driving test at age 87 instead of the current age of 79. The Road Safety & Fairness Act,

Beginning Jan. 1, a new state law known as HB 4592 allowed the Secretary of State's office to issue mobile ID cards and driver's licenses. But how can you get one?

Chicago Auto Show takes place at the McCormick Place next month, and while you can see the latest innovations in the auto industry, you can also get a REAL ID at the event - without an appointment.

Currently, Illinois is the only state in the nation that requires a behind-the-wheel driving test for seniors based on age.