New York City is suing Empower, a ride hailing service that markets itself as a cheaper alternative to Uber and Lyft, for operating without proper licenses. As of this month, Empower has illegally dispatched more than 100,000 rides in New York City as its low ride fares – advertised as 20% cheaper than comparable rides on Uber or Lyft – win over city residents frustrated by a high cost of living, according to the lawsuit filed Friday in state court. But the upstart company has failed to apply