The accident happened in the Flatiron district, a neighborhood packed with hotels, bars and restaurants. Source: New York Times
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St. Peter’s: A Cinderella Story That Began in Jersey City
By Gotham Rex on March 25, 2022
A tiny Jesuit college takes on Purdue tonight in the Sweet 16. It’s an underdog story that’s making New Jersey proud. Source: New York Times
Uber Partners With Yellow Taxi Companies in N.Y.C.
By Gotham Rex on March 24, 2022
The ride-hailing giant is partnering with two taxi technology companies in New York City. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Taxi Drivers Will Receive Millions in Aid After Hunger Strike
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2021
The announcement was a victory for drivers who stopped eating to protest an earlier bailout plan they said did not go far enough. Source: New York Times
Gene Freidman, ‘Taxi King’ Who Upended His Industry, Dies at 50
By Gotham Rex on October 25, 2021
He bid up the price of medallions and borrowed against them. When their value plummeted, immigrant cabbies were left deep in debt. Source: New York Times
Here's Why Uber Prices Are Soaring and You Can't Find a Cab
By Gotham Rex on June 15, 2021
The number of drivers and for-hire cars on the streets plunged during the pandemic, frustrating those seeking rides as the city starts to recover. Source: New York Times
New York to Spend $65 Million to Rescue Cab Drivers. Is It Enough?
By Gotham Rex on March 9, 2021
The city will use part of the money it expects to receive in the federal stimulus package to aid drivers who fell victim to exploitative loans. Source: New York Times
How to (Literally) Drive the Coronavirus Away
By Gotham Rex on January 16, 2021
What’s the transmission risk inside a car? An airflow study offers some insight for passengers and drivers alike. Source: New York Times
Is This the Worst It’s Ever Been for N.Y.C. Cabbies?
By Gotham Rex on November 13, 2020
Since the worst days of the pandemic, the parts of city life the taxi industry relies on the most have yet to bounce back. Source: New York Times
Uber and Lyft Consider Franchise-Like Model in California
By Gotham Rex on August 19, 2020
Under pressure to classify their freelance drivers as employees, the ride-hailing companies are discussing another option. Source: New York Times