Boston Mayor Martin Walsh, BC ’09, appeared before the Massachusetts Legislature’s Joint Committee on Financial Services on July 23 to support increasing taxes and fees on ride-sharing services.
Boston, Metro
MassDot Launches Pilot Program to Expand Handicap Accessible Transport
The program provides financial incentives to the companies in attempt to increase the availability of wheelchair accessible vehicles. For every hour that wheelchair accessible vehicles are made available for use, Lyft and Uber will receive a subsidy of $24 from MassDot and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).
Featured Story, Off Campus, News
Evans Airs Concerns About Ride-Sharing Services
Boston College Chief of Police Bill Evans thinks that ride-sharing poses some of the most troubling dangers that students face day-to-day.
Athletics, Top Story, News
Boston College Athletics Announces Partnership With Lyft
Lyft now has the designation of the Official Rideshare Partner of Boston College Athletics at Alumni Stadium and Conte Forum.
Editorials, Opinions
All-Female Rideshare Service Only Temporary Solution
“SafeHer is a rideshare company in Boston that will be launching a female-only service nationwide.”
Featured Story, Metro
New Background Check Regulation Tackles Ride-Sharing Safety
In a vote of 139 to 16, the Massachusetts House of Representatives finally approved one of the most anticipated statutes of the legislative session, which would introduce a series of regulations on the ride-hailing industry.
Featured Story, Business, Metro
Fasten Challenges Uber, Lyft With New Approach To Ride-Sharing Apps
Fasten launched just four weeks ago in Boston, and the company has been surprised about the buzz generated by the app.
Featured Column, Boston, Column, Metro
It’s Time For Uber To Improve Driver Background Checks
After a Boston Uber driver was convicted of sexual assault, the company needs to increase safety and background checks for its drivers.
Politics, Top Story, Business, Metro
Uber, Lyft, And Boston Cabbies Face Off Through Legislation
A new bill could ultimately result in legislation governing the popular but controversial ride-hailing apps.
