Janet Moore

Apr 29, 2024 | govtech.com | Janet Moore |Josie Albertson Grove

It could be Minneapolis in 2024, as it tussles with Uber and Lyft over a minimum wage for drivers. But it's also Austin, Texas, in 2016. Austin lost Uber and Lyft service for more than a year after the companies fought a city ordinance requiring drivers to be fingerprinted to protect passengers. The players, the locale and the politics may differ, but the final result could be the same. (TNS) — A large regional city with a progressive bent wants to impose new rules on Uber and Lyft.

Mar 17, 2024 | columbian.com | Janet Moore

Imagine riding a train from the Twin Cities to Phoenix, San Antonio, Denver or Seattle. Federal rail officials want to know if you think that’s a good idea — or not. A study detailing the possible restoration of Amtrak long-distance passenger service to these cities and dozens of smaller towns along the way was recently released by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), which is seeking feedback on the plan.