Uber has formally requested the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) to lower the base pay rate for drivers by 6.1%—dropping the per-mile rate from $1.36 to $1.277. This move comes as Uber aims to make rides more affordable for customers in one of its largest U.S. markets.
New York City will discontinue a pilot program that provided migrant families with prepaid debit cards for purchasing food, city officials announced Thursday. The program, launched in February 2024, faced criticism over concerns of misuse and preferential treatment for migrants. New York City’s Food Voucher Program Highlights Initially intended to
With a shortage of millions of housing units across the U.S. and office vacancy rates at a decades-high 20%, researchers from The Pew Charitable Trusts and architecture firm Gensler have proposed a new approach to address both issues: converting vacant office spaces into dorm-style co-living residences. Their report suggests this
Unplugged Performance has unveiled the world’s first Tesla Model S Plaid police patrol vehicle, customized for high-speed law enforcement and introduced at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show. Known as one of the largest automotive trade events, SEMA showcases new products and innovations in Las Vegas each year. Power
California voters have rejected Proposition 33, a ballot measure that would have allowed cities to expand rent control, marking the third defeat for similar initiatives in recent years. With 62% voting “no,” the measure’s rejection keeps in place the Costa-Hawkins Act, a 1995 state law that restricts local rent control
Hollywood Burbank Airport is undergoing a major transformation as construction progresses on a new $1.3 billion terminal, slated for completion in 2026. The new terminal, located on the northeast section of the airport property, will replace the existing facility from the 1930s, addressing long-standing safety and space constraints. Hollywood Burbank
A ballot referendum in Chicago’s 29th Ward has shown clear opposition to public funding for a proposed new stadium for the Chicago Bears. With five out of eight precincts reporting, 79 percent of voters cast their ballots against the idea of taxpayer subsidies for the stadium, highlighting widespread resistance to
The Chicago City Council has approved a significant mixed-use development at 1200 W. Fulton St. in the Fulton Market District. Planned by JDL Development and Fulton Street Companies, the project will introduce two residential towers alongside commercial space, bringing new housing options and amenities to the area. Project Highlights in