Uber driver sexually abused passenger in Elmhurst
An Uber driver was found guilty of sexually abusing a passenger in September 2020 in west suburban Elmhurst.
Chicago Uber and Lyft drivers protest unfair working conditions
Uber and Lyft drivers gathered Thursday on Chicago's North Side to protest unfair working conditions.
Uber giving Cook County Sheriff's Office $10K in vouchers to help domestic violence survivors
The Cook County Sheriff's Office says it averages about five to six cases of domestic violence a day.
Uber helping victims of domestic violence
Uber officials joined Cook County Sheriff Thomas Dart and the Victim Support Services Unit Thursday to highlight the program locally.
Uber, Cook County partner to help domestic violence survivors
Uber is taking a stance against domestic violence and human trafficking by offering victims a free ride.
‘God must have put you in my car!’: Uber driver donates kidney to passenger
A New Jersey man’s Uber ride turned into a trip that would save his life.
Rideshare drivers plan to refuse rides from O'Hare Airport
As if the flight situation wasn't bad enough, people lucky enough to land at O'Hare Airport might not be able to get a ride!
Rideshare drivers plan to refuse rides to people at O'Hare
As if the flight situation wasn't bad enough, people lucky enough to land at O'Hare Airport might not be able to get a ride!
The 'What's My Name' Foundation works to eliminate rideshare assaults
Seymour Josephson, from The 'What's My Name' Foundation, talks about the prevalance of assaults on rideshare riders and the importance of being hyper vigilant in ensuring you don't become a victim.
Coalition of rideshare, delivery drivers coming to Chicago
The Justice for App Workers organization, a grassroots group that began on Facebook, is asking companies like Uber and Lyft to provide a living wage, a safe working environment, healthcare, the right to form a union and reliable bathroom access.
Uber sued by more than 500 female passengers over sexual assaults, other attacks on rides
Rideshare giant Uber is being sued by more than 500 women in multiple states who say they were attacked while utilizing the company's services.
Uber to expand ride reservation feature at airports ahead of busy summer travel season
Uber Reserve, which allows users to book rides up to 30 days in advance and automatically adjusts reservation times based on flight information, is expanding to 39 U.S. airports.
Carjackers targeting rideshare drivers in Englewood
Carjackers are targeting Uber and Lyft drivers in Chicago, according to police.
Women denied by Uber, Lyft over service dogs
Joy Simmons lost much of her eyesight to a brain tumor and is legally blind. But she’s been having issues with Uber and Lyft drivers denying rides.
Lyft, Uber drop mask requirements for riders and drivers
Uber, which had mandated masks since May of 2020, said Tuesday that both riders and drivers will no longer be required to wear them.
Rideshare drivers being robbed at gunpoint in Chicago Lawn
Chicago police are warning ride share drivers about an increase in instances of riders demanding money at gunpoint when they are picked up.
Uber adds fuel surcharge for drivers struggling with recent gas price hikes
The national average surpassed $4.35 on Thursday, and California is leading the way with the highest state average of $5.67 per gallon.
Uber driver charged with battery after passenger dragged by car
A woman said she was dragged Wednesday morning during an altercation with an Uber driver in suburban Dixmoor.
Chicago ranks 10th on Uber's list for worst passengers in the US
It appears Chicagoans need to do a better job of minding their manners when they ride Uber.
Uber ranks Chicago passengers 10th worst in the country
It appears Chicagoans need to do a better job of minding their manners when they ride Uber.