lyft – Temple Update

Rideshare Drivers Cope With Citywide Business Shutdowns

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 20:46:25 +0000

Over the past few weeks many businesses have taken a hit due to COVID-19. Those who are self-employed like rideshare drivers have also been feeling a lot of the impact. For many drivers, this hustle is the only way to pay the bills, leaving many worried as people are not using the services as often. 59-year-old Claude Maleka is from the Democratic Republic of Congo and is a father of five.

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Safety With Ride Sharing Services

Sat, 20 Apr 2019 02:49:23 +0000

Samatha Josephson, a student from South Carolina’s future came to an abrupt end when she got into a car she thought was her Uber. Now those closest to Sammy are demanding changes of how riding sharing services operate. Spencer Tracy has the story on how students on Temple Campus can stay safe while catching a ride. Whats My name… is a simple question you can ask before using ride sharing…

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Burleigh Murder Trial: Hupperterz Roommate Testifies

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 15:28:27 +0000

“I honestly don’t even know what to expect from this kid at this point.” That’s what Joshua Hupperterz’ roommate texted to a friend after being contacted by Temple Police. Jack Miley, 24, testified in court Thursday he had been friends with Hupperterz for several years but only lived with him in North Philadelphia for about a month. Miley took the stand just two days after…

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Ride-Sharing Services Uber, Lyft, in Legal Limbo

Thu, 13 Oct 2016 14:09:56 +0000

Ride-Sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are once again in legal limbo within the city of Philadelphia. Uber successfully appealed a cease and desist order and is now operating in the city without any type of legislation and Lyft is following its lead. Even though published reports say the Philadelphia Parking Authority still intends to enforce the ride-sharing ban despite Uber’s successful…

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UberX, Lyft Ruled Illegal in Philadelphia

Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:57:19 +0000

Just months after being legalized, Uber and Lyft have been banned from operating in Philadelphia, per a judge’s orders. Common Pleas Judge Linda Carpenter banned UberX and Lyft from operating in the city on Thursday, following disputes and lawsuits from the Taxi Workers alliance. As of now, both ride-sharing services are considered illegal. Those who ride with UberX will not be punished…

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Off-Campus Shuttle Service Accessible through App

Wed, 24 Feb 2016 19:25:43 +0000

Combining the efforts of both Temple Student Government and Campus Safety, the bus service will launch by the middle of March. View More » ]]>