Uber to require drivers and riders to wear face masks beginning May 18
Uber said it will require drivers to take a selfie in the app to enforce the rule.
California sues Uber, Lyft claiming drivers misclassified as contractors
At 10:30 a.m., Becerra will be joined by Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer, San Diego City Attorney Mara Elliott, and San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera in a virtual press briefing to make the announcement.
Uber’s new tool gives drivers more control, sparks concern
Critics say a new tool unveiled by Uber can be problematic for a neighborhood that is considered undesirable due to high crime, or that it could simply be discriminatory. Some say the ride share is trying to avoid classifying their workers as employees under AB-5.
Uber will no longer provide upfront, fixed prices for private rides in California
Uber informed its California customers on Wednesday that they would no longer receive an upfront price for private rides due to the passage of Assembly Bill 5.
Uber, Postmates sue to challenge California's new labor law
The lawsuit filed in US court on Monday argues that the law set to take effect Wednesday violates federal and state equal protection and due process guarantees.
Former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick to resign from board, effectively severing ties with company
In a statement, Uber said Kalanick is leaving the board to focus on his new business and philanthropic endeavors.
Uber reports more than 3,000 sexual assaults during 2018 rides
Uber acknowledged more than 3,000 sexual assaults occurred during U.S. Uber rides in 2018, the company said in a long-awaited safety report.
Uber laying off 350 employees
San Francisco-based Uber announced on Monday they plan on laying off 350 employees.
Sacramento Uber driver in medical coma after rider attack
A California Uber driver is in a coma induced by doctors because of a heart attack he suffered after an altercation with a knife-wielding passenger.
Possible hate crime in Napa Valley Uber investigated
An Uber driver says a passenger assaulted him and threatened to kill him because of his immigrant status. Debora Villalon reports from Napa Valley where this bizarre case unfolded.
NASA, Uber team up to get flying taxis off the ground
For decades we've been promised flying cars and on Tuesday, Uber announced we are now just two years out from seeing them take flight.
Bay Area cities consider rideshare tax
In the same way consumers eventually had to pay sales taxes on internet purchases, it looks like Uber and Lyft riders are heading for a tax on their trips. Other major cities have been assessing such taxes for a while. Tom Vacar reports
Uber reveals cover-up of hack affecting 57M riders, drivers
Uber is coming clean about its cover-up of a year-old hacking attack that stole personal information about more than 57 million of the beleaguered ride-hailing service's customers and drivers.
Uber employees to hear results of potentially damaging attorneys report
Employees of ride sharing giant, Uber, are scheduled to hear details about the recommendations of a critical report by outside attorneys, including former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder on Tuesday.
Uber moves to repair tainted image with 20 firings, 1 hiring
Uber, the world's leading ride-hailing company, has taken two big steps toward repairing its corporate image: It fired 20 employees for a host of harassment problems and hired an Apple marketing executive to rescue its tainted brand.
Uber under scrutiny after employee firings
Uber dismissed over 20 of its employees after a review of its workplace culture. Tim Higgins of the Wall Street Journal spoke to KTVU FOX 2 News about the development.
Uber releases diversity report; low numbers for women, Blacks, Latinos
Uber's first report on employee diversity shows low numbers for women, especially in technical positions. In that regard, the company is similar to other Silicon Valley giants such as Google, Facebook and Apple.
Uber scales back Oakland development plans
The shared ride firm is now considering property in San Francisco. Tom Vacar reports.
Uber looking into sex harassment claim
Uber has launched an investigation into reports that a female engineer based in San Francisco was the target of unwanted sexual advances. Deborah Rhode, a Stanford Law School professor, talks about sex harassment polices and procedures.
Charter school coach helps at-risk kids via basketball
Jon Vinson is helping a group of Oakland students reach success by motivating them through their love of basketball. Uber and the Warriors joined recently to help the coach in his effort. Amber Lee reports.