Summer 2024: Uber launches shuttle service for airports, concerts, games
Uber is rolling out several features this summer. One of them is a shuttle service that will help the ride share giant capitalize on the summer travel demand.
Instacart, Uber Eats team up to offer restaurant delivery
Instacart and Uber Eats have joined forces to offer restaurant delivery services to customers in the U.S.
Beyoncé’s 'Cowboy Carter' celebrated by Uber, Lyft with discounted rides
Beyoncé’s new album, “Act ll: Cowboy Carter," was released Friday, and Uber and Lyft are both offering limited-supply discount codes.
Downtown Houston crash: Tesla's high-speed impact leaves one dead
A Tesla ran into the back of an Uber sitting at a red light, resulting in one fatality. The Houston Police Department is investigating the accident.
Uber cracking down on users who give bad ratings to get refunds
The company is implementing a new system to protect its drivers from false claims by some customers.
Uber Eats taking orders using SNAP benefits, starting 2024
In 2024, Uber Eats will begin taking grocery orders from recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Houston couple sentenced for brutal Uber driver attack and carjacking
A Houston couple has been sentenced for brazenly beating and carjacking an Uber driver in November 2022.
Uber facing lawsuit after sexual assault victims claim company doesn't have proper safety checks
More than 20 sexual assault victims across the county are suing Uber and claim the rideshare company failed to implement proper safety checks against drivers.
Uber being sued over sexual assaults
More than 20 sexual assault victims across the county are now suing Uber, accusing the rideshare company of failing to implement proper safety checks against drivers. FOX 26's Natalie Hee explains the allegations.
Uber drivers trained on human trafficking
A new partnership was announced at Houston City Hall to help combat human trafficking. Non profit group "Children at Risk" will be working with Uber to help rideshare drivers see the signs of human trafficking.
Kentucky woman who fatally shot Uber driver thought he was taking her to Mexico: police
The woman reportedly took a photo of the Uber driver after shooting him, then sent it to her boyfriend before she called 911.
Uber launches teen accounts in Houston, offering safe and convenient rides for teens
Parents and guardians can now invite their teens (ages 13-17) to create a specialized Uber account that will allow teens to request their own rides with parental supervision.
Uber allowing parents to create accounts for children, ages 13 to 17
The app will notify parents when their child requests a ride and send notifications when they reach their destination.
Uber for teens: Minors can ride Uber with an account linked to their parent, guardian
Uber will offer teens aged 13 to 17, teen accounts linked to their parents or guardian so they can now experience the convenience and freedom of Uber rides.
‘God must have put you in my car!’: Uber driver donates kidney to passenger
A New Jersey man’s Uber ride turned into a trip that would save his life.
Uber driver details frightening moments held at gunpoint in west Houston
Two men are on the run after trying to carjack and rob an Uber driver in west Houston. FOX 26's Gabby Hart caught up with the driver who managed to get away uninjured despite a gun to his head and several cryptic threats.
Uber driver recalls scary moment while picking up passenger in Fort Bend County
Dashcam video shows an unknown man approaching a rideshare driver's vehicle and chasing them after trying to get away.
Rideshares leave blind Dallas man stranded on the side on the road because of service dog
A legally blind Dallas man was left stranded when multiple rideshares refused to pick up the man and his service dog after a trip to the vet.
18-year-old hacker blamed for Uber breach
A teen hacker has been blamed for a complete compromise of Uber's systems. The 18-year-old allegedly uncovered some of the most private company information and posted screen shots of the findings.
Uber's new safety toolkit featuring live help from an agent
Uber is rolling out a revamped safety toolkit featuring live help from an ADT safety agent that will stay in touch with the user and contact 911 if necessary.