Rideshare app Wridz launches; Legislative update

A Texas-based rideshare app has officially launched in Minneapolis. Wridz, pronounced “rides,” already operates in nine other states. It is now in the process of onboarding drivers in Minneapolis.
And Republicans in the Minnesota House say they could block key legislation (www.mprnews.org/story/2024/05...) after the DFL House Speaker cut off debate on a bill last night.
Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.