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Voters rejected the ride-sharing companies' proposal to self-regulate and do their own screening of drivers

Uber and Lyft are shutting down their operations in Austin, Texas, after losing a battle over background checks. Voters rejected the ride-sharing companies' proposal to self-regulate and do their own screening, and the city will now require on-demand drivers to get fingerprinted. CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins "CBS This Morning" from San Francisco to discuss the implications of the vote.

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CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins "CBS This Morning"

Uber is clarifying its tipping policy. The on-demand car service settled a class-action lawsuit by its drivers. An Uber email to customers explains that tips are not included nor are they expected on Uber, but customers are free to tip their drivers. CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins "CBS This Morning" from Chicago to discuss the case. Hobson also comments on the merger between Comcast and DreamWorks.

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