New York lawmaker urging Lyft, Uber drivers to apply for settlement
Drivers have until March 31 to apply for their share of the state's $328 million Uber/Lyft settlement fund.
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Drivers have until March 31 to apply for their share of the state's $328 million Uber/Lyft settlement fund.
Mayor Eric Adams says a deal is in place to increase access for Uber and Lyft drivers in New York City, but many drivers are slamming the agreement.
Testimony began Monday in the class action lawsuit filed against Lyft over its lack of wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
Plaintiffs want the rideshare company to provide more accessible vehicles. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports from White Plains.
Police are searching for two suspects accused of stealing cell phones from ride-share drivers in at least seven separate incidents in Brooklyn and on Staten Island.
The drivers say they are not getting any love from the ride-share platforms, so they're taking the holiday off in protest.
Thousands of drivers for Uber and Lyft were on strike Wednesday, protesting what they call unfair wage practices. The rallies were held in 17 cities across the nation. CBS New York's Christine Sloan spoke to drivers at a rally at Newark Liberty International Airport. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3wh60xf
The drivers say they are not getting any love from the rideshare platforms, so they're starting a 24-hour strike and taking the holiday off in protest. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Lyft CEO David Risher was hired in April 2023 to save the struggling ride-hailing company. He joins "CBS Mornings" for a closer look at some of the new features Lyft has rolled out and shares his plans for the company going forward.
In November, Uber and Lyft agreed to a $328 million settlement for not properly paying drivers for years.
According to city Comptroller Brad Lander, the report emphasizes issues such as unusable stations, extended periods of station unavailability, and broken bikes.
According to Comptroller Brad Lander, the report emphasizes issues such as unusable stations, extended periods of station unavailability, and broken bikes. CBS New York's Chris Wragge reports.
Uber and Lyft drivers will get money from a multimillion dollar settlement. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3saHDQe
A public hearing on the proposal will be held online in September.
New York City could become the first to mandate rideshares go all electric by 2030.
Lyft says a rider's account has been permanently removed after he allegedly stabbed his driver along the FDR on Tuesday. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/43nSTVJ
Police said Ismael English tried to rob his driver Tuesday, stabbed him, then ran off before jumping down several stories to escape police.
Police said it all started just before 3 p.m. A suspect was taken into custody.
Video shows the suspect trying desperately to flee the scene. Eventually, he jumped off the overpass of the FDR before police captured him. CBS New York's Ali Bauman has the story.
Ride share drivers in New York City will get a pay raise starting next week.
The new rates will go into effect on Monday.
They're demanding a full raise for operating costs, a stop to unfair driver deactivations, and more.
They're demanding a full raise for operating costs, a stop to unfair driver deactivations, more money for out-of-town trips and 85% of their fare or the full TLC rate. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
If you need a ride from LaGuardia Airport on Sunday, your options may be limited.
If you need a ride from LaGuardia Airport on Sunday, your options may be limited, CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
Alex Laferriere had a goal and two assists to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers on Monday night.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to lower the speed limit around hundreds of schools in New York City as part of a major escalation of the Vision Zero initiative.
A Palestinian woman who had been living and working in Paterson, New Jersey, has been released after a year in ICE custody in Texas, her legal team says.
Many paid their respects Monday to legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos. The 82-year-old died early Thursday morning of pneumonia, his family said.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
A Palestinian woman who had been living and working in Paterson, New Jersey, has been released after a year in ICE custody in Texas, her legal team says.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
New Jersey's new Portal North Bridge opened for NJ Transit on Monday, marking a milestone for commuters after weeks of disruptions.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A father and son died in an overnight fire on Long Island. Kenneth Roberts, 42, and his son Mekhi, 12, were trapped in intense smoke inside a basement apartment.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to lower the speed limit around hundreds of schools in New York City as part of a major escalation of the Vision Zero initiative.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
Alex Laferriere had a goal and two assists to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers on Monday night.
The Jets will receive a 2027 sixth-round draft pick from the Chiefs and pick up $7 million of Fields' guaranteed $10 million salary.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says the rain will exit the area during the overnight hours and Tuesday is looking sunny and brisk, with highs only reaching around 40.
He says he was hit with huge late fees he didn't know about. Out of options, he turned to CBS News New York Investigates' Mahsa Saeidi.
A bunch of them arrived at Newark Liberty International Airport on Monday and were thankful for all the hard work done to get them out of the war zone. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Leqaa Kordia walked out of an immigration center in Texas on Monday. She was among roughly 100 people arrested outside of Columbia University during protests in 2024. CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
Firefighters raced to the rescue, but the blaze proved to be too powerful. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
