Determined Uber driver returns $3K left in car, finds out it was man's entire savings
CHICAGO -- When an Uber driver noticed a wallet left behind in his car, he knew what he had do -- he just wasn’t sure how to do it.The passenger, who didn't speak english, had his life’s savings in that wallet, but neither could figure out how to connect, according to WGN.The man had just landed at O’Hare.
YUM! #UberIceCream is coming to Milwaukee on Friday!
MILWAUKEE -- The hottest days of summer are here -- and Uber wants to cool you off by offering you a delicious treat.According to Uber officials, #UberIceCream is coming to 400 cities worldwide on Friday, July 15th -- including Milwaukee!Uber will deliver frozen treats (four Magnum ice cream bars for $10) and some lucky Uber customers may receive their ice cream via Pedal Tavern!Here's how it will work:
Class action lawsuit: Wisconsin Uber drivers sue Uber
MILWAUKEE -- Uber is being sued by its own drivers!
Closed-door meeting set for Friday between Uber, airport officials on proposed new rules
MILWAUKEE -- An Uber spokeswoman tells FOX6 News a closed-door meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 10th involving Uber officials and those with General Mitchell International Airport.This, as a 90-day pilot program period involving Uber and Lyft services at the airport is set to expire on June 15th.The Uber spokeswoman tells FOX6 News at this point, there is no deal in place between the airport and Uber beyond the 15th of June.According to the Milwaukee Business Journal, airport officials have presented new rules that Uber and Lyft will have to follow to pick up passengers from the airport to the Milwaukee County Board.The proposed new rules call for fees of $3 for each pick-up, and $125 per pick-up vehicle per year.
Taxi cab drivers protest Uber, Lyft at General Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE -- Some Milwaukee taxi drivers protested on Monday morning, April 11th at General Mitchell International Airport.These drivers said the playing field isn't fair when it comes to drivers of ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft.The taxi cab drivers said they're upset that Uber and Lyft drivers aren't regulated and licensed like cab drivers are -- allowing them to offer rides at half the price."They stealing from us, and they selling to people for half price and people have been happy with this because it's cheap," Alexander Friedman said.The cab drivers are also upset that Uber and Lyft drivers can use just about any vehicle, while cab drivers have to go through continuous inspections on their cabs under city rules.
Family members mourn Uber driver, passenger killed in crash as firefighter awaits homicide charges
WEST ALLIS -- FOX6 News is learning more about the 64-year-old and 38-year-old men killed in a crash near 60th and Pierce in West Allis on Monday, April 4th.
Rider crashed Uber car during police chase, while driver took a nap
COLESVILLE, New York — Authorities say an Uber passenger who took the wheel while the driver slept later crashed the car while trying to elude police.State police say 20-year-old New York City resident Juan Carlos hired the car in Philadelphia to take him 200 miles to central New York.Police say the driver asked Carlos to take the wheel Saturday, April 2nd while he napped, and a trooper later clocked Carlos going 86 mph in a 65 mph zone on Interstate 81 near Binghamton.When the real driver woke up and asked Carlos why he was driving so fast, Carlos told him it was because police were chasing them.Carlos soon crashed.
90-day test run: Uber, Lyft now permitted to pick up passengers at Mitchell Intl. Airport
MILWAUKEE -- The curbs could get more crowded at Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport very soon.
Uber will deliver puppies to your doorstep for one day only!
MILWAUKEE — It is an offer you can take advantage of ONLY ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH — and only in the City of Milwaukee.
"Puppies on demand:" Uber will deliver puppies to your doorstep for one day only!
MILWAUKEE -- It is an offer you can take advantage of ONLY ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH -- and only in the City of Milwaukee.
Need to sign up for health care? Uber will get you there for free
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has partnered with Uber, a ride sharing company that allows people to request transportation from a smart phone application, and provide free rides to anyone who is in need of transportation to sign up for health care coverage.The deadline to sign up for coverage through Health Insurance Marketplace is Sunday, January 31st.By using the promo code "MKEHEALTH" on the Uber app, a coupon will apply to new customers only for a ride up to $20.
Uber passengers outraged at New Year's Eve 'surge' pricing
New Year's Eve revelers around the world woke up to quite the shock after they saw the charges they racked up using Uber.
"Very convenient:" Flu shots just a tap away for Uber users, for one day only
MILWAUKEE -- Getting a flu shot was just a tap away for Uber app users on Thursday, November 19th.
One day only: Nurses travel in Uber vehicles to deliver flu shots to you
MILWAUKEE -- For one day only, on Thursday, November 19th, nurses will travel around in Uber vehicles delivering vaccinations.
Uber driver accused of sexually assaulting female passenger
DALLAS — Uber says an internal investigation found it mistakenly granted driver status to a man now accused of sexually assaulting a female passenger.WFAA-TV of Dallas-Fort Worth reports Uber Dallas General Manager Leandre Johns revealed the problem in a letter to Dallas code compliance officials.Johns said Talal Ali Chammout presented a fake city permit to obtain Uber approval as a driver.
Transit union leaders call for 72-hour "work stoppage:" Alternatives for getting around town
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) officials say members of Milwaukee County’s transit union have called for a strike — and bus service will be suspended effective 3:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 1st.
"So much goes on in MKE:" VISIT Milwaukee teams up with Uber to encourage folks to tour their city
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- How often do you get out and tour your own town?
Uber, Visit Milwaukee team up for a cool contest in National Travel & Tourism Week
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's National Travel and Tourism Week.
Lawmakers asking Governor Walker to veto bill calling for regulations for Uber, Lyft
MADISON (AP) — Democratic lawmakers are asking Governor Scott Walker to veto a bill that opponents argue doesn't do enough to regulate ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft.The veto request Tuesday, April 28th comes after two Madison women reported incidents of unwanted sexual contact over the weekend by Uber drivers.Eleven Dane County Democrats are requesting that Walker veto the bill that passed both the Assembly and Senate on bipartisan votes earlier this month.The letter notes that the Madison Police Department asked Uber for information about the drivers in both incidents, but the company said it couldn't provide that without a warrant or subpoena.The lawmakers say the bill is flawed by not allowing for more local oversight of the companies.Walker's spokeswoman Laurel Patrick didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.
Senate committee approves bill that would impose regulations on ride-sharing companies
MADISON (AP) — A bill that would impose statewide regulations on ride-hailing companies such as Uber and Lyft has cleared a state Senate committee.The Senate's government operations committee approved the bill 4-1 on Thursday, clearing the way for a vote in the full Senate perhaps as early as next week.