Illinois rideshare drivers can start forming a union after new law signed | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois is just the third state to allow rideshare drivers to unionize. Bailey Koch-Farwana from Service Employees International Union Local 1 joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the issues the union may bargain for and how it impacts rideshare users.
Illinois is just the third state to allow rideshare drivers to unionize. Bailey Koch-Farwana from Service Employees International Union Local 1 joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the issues the union may bargain for and how it impacts rideshare users.
Nearly 50,000 Chrysler vehicles recalled over seat belt safety defect
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Burned and branded: Drivers sue Mercedes-AMG over front seat logo
Two California residents claim they suffered burns caused by a metallic logo in the Mercedes AMG vehicles.
Two California residents claim they suffered burns caused by a metallic logo in the Mercedes AMG vehicles.
New Illinois law cracks down on unfair insurance rate increases
Illinois State Sen. Michael Hastings (19th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a new law signed earlier this week that protects homeowners and drivers from unfair insurance rate hikes.
Illinois State Sen. Michael Hastings (19th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a new law signed earlier this week that protects homeowners and drivers from unfair insurance rate hikes.
Some older Ford vehicles pose 'unreasonable' safety risks, regulators warn
Some older Ford cars and SUVs pose "unreasonable" safety risks, according to federal regulators. Here's what to know.
Some older Ford cars and SUVs pose "unreasonable" safety risks, according to federal regulators. Here's what to know.
More than 1.5 million Ram pickup trucks recalled over seat belt issue
The new recall affects certain Ram 1500 pickup trucks manufactured between 2019 and 2026.
The new recall affects certain Ram 1500 pickup trucks manufactured between 2019 and 2026.
Ford F-150, F-250 recall issued over rear camera issue
Ford is recalling tens of thousands of its trucks over a software issue that can sometimes prevent a driver from seeing the video from the rear-facing camera.
Ford is recalling tens of thousands of its trucks over a software issue that can sometimes prevent a driver from seeing the video from the rear-facing camera.
Kelley Blue Book: Average new vehicle price is near $50,000
It's getting harder to find a new car that costs less than $50,000, the current average new vehicle price. Kelley Blue Book managing editor Sean Tucker breaks down why new cars are getting more expensive and what you can do to save money.
It's getting harder to find a new car that costs less than $50,000, the current average new vehicle price. Kelley Blue Book managing editor Sean Tucker breaks down why new cars are getting more expensive and what you can do to save money.
Indiana’s new CDL law puts English proficiency, license checks under the microscope
A new Indiana law aimed at tightening requirements for commercial truck drivers is now changing how the state checks who is allowed behind the wheel of a big rig.
A new Indiana law aimed at tightening requirements for commercial truck drivers is now changing how the state checks who is allowed behind the wheel of a big rig.
New Indiana CDL requirements include mandatory English test
There are new requirements in Indiana when it comes to obtaining a Commercial Driver's License, or CDL. That includes completing a test in English.
There are new requirements in Indiana when it comes to obtaining a Commercial Driver's License, or CDL. That includes completing a test in English.
Mercedes-Benz faces potential US ban under new Senate bill
A new bill targeting Chinese automakers could result in Mercedes-Benz being barred from selling vehicles in the U.S.
A new bill targeting Chinese automakers could result in Mercedes-Benz being barred from selling vehicles in the U.S.
More than 500K Ford SUVs recalled over risk of engine fire
More than half a million Ford SUVs have been recalled over increased risk of fire in the engine compartment.
More than half a million Ford SUVs have been recalled over increased risk of fire in the engine compartment.
BMW to recall over 318,000 vehicles due to starter motor overheating, fire risk
BMW is recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles that were sold in the United States because of the engine starter potentially overheating and catching fire.
BMW is recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles that were sold in the United States because of the engine starter potentially overheating and catching fire.
Illinois Speed Awareness Day: What drivers should keep in mind when on the road
Gurnee Police Department Chief Jeremy Gaughan joins us to talk about Illinois Speed Awareness Day.
Gurnee Police Department Chief Jeremy Gaughan joins us to talk about Illinois Speed Awareness Day.
Speeding costs US drivers $22M, saves less than a minute, study finds
Researchers show that the costs of going over the posted speed limits do not appear to outweigh the time saved by speeding.
Researchers show that the costs of going over the posted speed limits do not appear to outweigh the time saved by speeding.
Millionaire's tax referendum is back, parking meter deadline | The Chicago Report
The Millionaire's Tax referendum was passed for the Cook County ballot. And, the Chicago City Council is pushing back against the parking meter deadline. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
The Millionaire's Tax referendum was passed for the Cook County ballot. And, the Chicago City Council is pushing back against the parking meter deadline. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
BMW recalls 29,000 vehicles, advises drivers to park outside
German automaker BMW is recalling three of its hybrid models over concerns about an issue with the starter that could cause it to overheat, even when the car is not running. The recall covers more than 29,000 vehicles in all.
German automaker BMW is recalling three of its hybrid models over concerns about an issue with the starter that could cause it to overheat, even when the car is not running. The recall covers more than 29,000 vehicles in all.
School board race, no vote on parking meter deal | The Chicago Report
The CTU's house of delegates just endorsed 14 people in the Chicago School Board of Election. And, the latest on the city's parking meter deal. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."
The CTU's house of delegates just endorsed 14 people in the Chicago School Board of Election. And, the latest on the city's parking meter deal. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."
Illinois tollway hike proposal: What happens if it's approved
The Illinois Tollway has a plan to hike rates for the first time in more than a decade. Dylan Sharkey, with the Illinois Policy Institute, joins us to talk about what could be on the horizon for drivers.
The Illinois Tollway has a plan to hike rates for the first time in more than a decade. Dylan Sharkey, with the Illinois Policy Institute, joins us to talk about what could be on the horizon for drivers.
Fiat launches tiny EV in US with shockingly low price tag – and one major catch
Fiat is bringing its tiny electric Topolino to the U.S., offering American buyers a two-seat neighborhood EV that costs less than many used cars.
Fiat is bringing its tiny electric Topolino to the U.S., offering American buyers a two-seat neighborhood EV that costs less than many used cars.