Illinois Drivers Alliance

05/18/2026

Hear from rideshare driver Steven Darkins from Lake Meadows on why drivers need a union, and we need it NOW! Drivers are fighting tirelessly to pass the Rideshare Drivers' Union Bill, which would give us the right to form a union and collectively bargain.

You can help by URGING your legislator to vote YES. Take 30 seconds to fill out this form and send an email: https://secure.ngpvan.com/XUBWEZXrWkSrqk_GEYPgUA2

https://chicago.suntimes.com/letters-to-the-editor/2026/05/16/ride-hailing-drivers-unionize-uber-lyft-black-cancer-screening-endeavor-health-gentrification

Drivers take on all the risk, but when something goes wrong, there’s no support. Also: gentrification, colon cancer screening, violence in hospitals and the Bears.

05/14/2026

We are lobbying in the Capitol today urging legislators to pass the Rideshare Drivers’ Union Bill! Thank you to State Rep Mary Gill, Rep. Michael Kelly, and Rep. Will Davis for standing with us.

05/11/2026

https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/report-shooting-leaves-uber-driver-and-passenger-dead-on-chicagos-west-side/
Our hearts go out to the families of Uber driver Jassen Cho and his passenger, Damarion Johnson. Our communities should not be plagued by gun violence. Drivers and passengers alike deserve to ride safely. Let’s continue to support one another and extend our deepest condolences to everyone affected.

Area Four Detectives are investigating.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all of the mothers, caretakers, and honorary mothers today! Illinois Drivers Alliance mothers keep our city moving, drive us to our appointments, and drop us off at home safely. Today and every day they deserve to be recognized for the many roles they fill. Thank you!

05/06/2026

Today at the Illinois State Capitol, we advocated for our Rideshare Drivers’ Union Bill while Springfield celebrated Latino Unity Day. With many rideshare drivers coming from Latino and immigrant communities, protecting workers’ right to organize and have a voice on the job remains essential.

We are proud to recognize the vital contributions Latino workers make to the rideshare industry and to continue fighting for dignity, fairness, and respect for all workers!

Thank you to all the legislators that stand with us!

05/04/2026

Rideshare drivers are already scraping by on shrinking wages. Now, they’re being hit with soaring costs at the pump, making it even harder to earn a living. No one should have to wonder how they’ll afford gas just to do their job.

It doesn’t have to be this way. With a union, drivers can negotiate wages that keep up with rising costs. When drivers are paid fairly, they stay on the road making rides more reliable and accessible for everyone.

05/04/2026

This May Day, rideshare drivers took to the streets of Chicago, rallying and marching for our rights and to protect our communities. Immigrant workers are being especially targeted, and we stood united to demand that every worker, no matter their background, deserves dignity and justice on the job and beyond.

As we organize for our union, May Day is a powerful reminder that workers are the backbone of our cities. A union voice is how we win real protections, fair conditions, and a say in our future.

We’re not backing down because when we FIGHT, we WIN.

04/30/2026

NEWS UPDATE: As we approach May Day, 100,000+ rideshare drivers across Illinois are standing together to demand a voice on the job. Despite generating billions for the state’s economy, drivers continue to face low wages, sudden deactivations, and growing threats from automation. This May Day, we’re calling on lawmakers to pass the Rideshare Drivers’ Union Bill.

A new study shows rideshare drivers generate $7.7 billion annually for Illinois, yet too many are struggling to make ends meet. The fight for union rights isn’t just about drivers, it’s about strengthening communities across our state.

Click the link to read our full statement.

CHICAGO, IL– Ahead of International Workers’ Day, more than 100,000 rideshare drivers across Illinois are continuing their historic fight to win union rights and secure a real voice on the job. As momentum builds this legislative session, drivers are urging lawmakers to pass the Illinois Transpo...

04/29/2026

Drivers met with legislators at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield today! We are fighting for the right to form a union for over 100,000 drivers, and improve our working conditions.

Thank you to State Senator Linda Holmes, State Senator Laura Murphy, Senator Mary Edly-Allan, Senator Javier Cervantes, State Senator Lakesia Collins, Senator Adriane Johnson, Senator Willie Preston, Senator Michael E. Hastings, Sara Feigenholtz, State Senator and many others who spoke with and stood with us!

04/29/2026

One of our members collected cards for rideshare drivers in California! United we will WIN!