Georgia Senate wants flat tax for ride hailing, taxis, limos
A flat 50-cent tax could soon be waiting outside for Georgians looking to hail a ride.
Georgia Senate panel eyes 50-cent tax on ride hailing, taxis
Users of ride-hailing services, taxis and limousines in Georgia would pay a tax of 50 cents per ride under a measure moving forward in the state Senate.
Uber drivers attend training session to identify human trafficking
Dozens of Atlanta-based Uber drivers attended a training session with Georgia’s first lady Marty Kemp, to learn how to recognize and report human trafficking.
Uber can now send Atlanta rider locations to police dispatch in case of emergencies
Uber has multiple systems in place that prioritize rider safety but the app can now track and send your exact location to Atlanta Police dispatch in case of an emergency.
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.