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Uber rolled out new features on Tuesday.

Technology

Uber rolls out text-to-911 – and its annual lost-and-found index

Riders can now discretely text 911 during Uber trips.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

Policy

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Uber cap lawsuit dismissed

A Manhattan Supreme Court judge dismissed the company’s suit against a New York City law.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

Policy

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Gig worker fight continues in New York as California law speeds along

California’s new law, that would classify most gig economy workers as full employees, is receiving pushback from Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

Policy

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Commentary

How New York City taxis can get ahead of Uber and Lyft

Giving cabs access to the most advanced technology would enable them to compete.

By EMIL SKANDUL

Opinion

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A helicopter on the Pier 6 helipad in Lower Manhattan.

On-demand helicopters prompt climate concerns

Climate activists thought car emissions were bad but these helicopters are another story.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

Policy

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Society doesn’t break down with 14th Street closed to cars

Despite critics’ dire warnings, everything seems to be going well.

By AMANDA LUZ HENNING SANTIAGO

Policy

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Public transportation is the future for ride-hail giants

Lyft and Uber are expanding their apps to include public transit information and directions.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

Policy

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Will New York follow California on gig worker protections?

AB5 would turn gig workers into full employees, and New York may soon follow.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

Policy

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City Council looks for answers on ride-hailing regulations

Acting TLC head Bill Heinzen fields questions from lawmakers and advocates alike.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

Policy

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Ride-hails say they’re in compliance with TLC accessibility rules

But advocates argue much more needs to be done.

By ETHAN STARK-MILLER

Policy

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