UBER EXPANDS INTO SOUTHERN ILLINOIS

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Uber has announced it’s expansion into 39 additional counties across Illinois starting Wednesday, October 7th. The move gives the company statewide coverage for it’s rides platform. A news release indicates that the expansion will offer state residents access to reliable and affordable transportation options as well as allowing prospective drivers in the service area the ability to flexibly earn money on their own schedule.  Counties in the southern Illinois expansion include Lawrence, Richland, Crawford, Clay, Edwards, Effingham, Jasper, Wayne and White among others. Uber drivers undergo a multi-step safety screening before being hired and are rescreened every year. For more information, visit Uber.com.