Chicago taxis coming to Uber app

CHICAGO (CBS)-- Uber is partnering with Chicago taxis to offer more rideshare options. 

Uber announced a new phase in their partnership with the taxi industry, providing nearly 100% of the city's 2,600 taxi drivers with access to Uber trip referrals. 

Riders in the city may begin to see a taxi option in the Uber app as soon as Thursday. 

Riders will pay the Uber-X rate with upfront pricing and have the option to tip and rate taxi drivers right from the app.