Gas prices on the rise in Chicago area
Rising gas prices are about to climb even higher, due to a surprise move by oil-producing countries in the middle east.
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Rising gas prices are about to climb even higher, due to a surprise move by oil-producing countries in the middle east.
Drivers can expect to pay even more after Saudi Arabia and its allies announced they will be cutting oil production by more than a million barrels a day.
Annual holiday feast is likely to see sharply higher prices for turkey and other traditional food items.
The average gas price in the Chicago area as of Wednesday was $4.60 a gallon. That is up from $4.48 on Tuesday, and $4.35 last week.
The average gas price in the Chicago area as of Wednesday was $4.60 a gallon. That is up from $4.48 on Tuesday, and $4.35 last week. CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov reports.
Gas prices increased to $3.68 nationally.
Friday is expected to be the busiest travel time for the holiday weekend.
GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan said "it could be a bit of a bumpy ride" for drivers heading into the end of summer and the start of the new school year.
Here's some good news for drivers who have been feeling pain at the pump lately.
Recession – it’s a word we hear a lot lately. CBS 2's Chris Tye reports on some concerns, and some cautious optimism on one front.
In the suburbs, the average price is $5.34 a gallon, down 54 cents since June.
Unfortunately, you will not find any Sheetz gas stations in the Chicago area.
The idea, which would require the support of Congress, is already being met with skepticism.
"It's unfortunate that they had to do it that way, because not only were we out the gas, but we were out the repair and the timeframe to get the truck back."
Experts say gas prices could lead to demand destruction when drivers change their habits to save money.
We found premium gas in Chicago going for $7.29 a gallon on Thursday. That is a figure higher than the federal hourly minimum wage in a dozen states. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
GasBuddy said demand usually starts to fall in August, which could help the cost of gas to drop.
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $5.12 as of Tuesday morning.
For the third time, businessman and mayoral candidate Willie Wilson is giving drivers the chance to get free gas at more than a dozen locations.
"At its core, we're taking resources and putting them towards working class people, and to that extent, I find it hard to be against that," Ald. Michael Rodriguez (22nd) said.
Wilson, who has announced he is running for mayor for a third time, plans to give away $1 million in free gas on Saturday, but has yet to say where.
Most of the lower prices are in the Midwest -- except Illinois
Washington is also taking action on high gas prices. On Thursday it was announced one million barrels of the country's oil reserve will be released.
The president criticized oil companies for failing to produce what the country needs, while sitting on "record profits."
Many are pointing out the fact that both Mayor Lightfoot and Willie Wilson may be eyeing the same job.
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
Passenger Cindi Coffman also said staff told passengers to get off the plane and bring their carry-ons, but she said nobody checked their bags or patted them down before they got back on.
The Cubs were down to their last out in the ninth when Miguel Amaya hit a solo homer off Tanner Scott that landed in the basket in center field.
Bailey Ober worked six strong innings to win his second straight start, Trevor Larnach hit a two-run homer and Byron Buxton made a diving catch to end the game and seal the Minnesota Twins' 4-2 win over the Chicago White Sox.
Sources say in the past three weeks, investigators have talked to several current and past Thornton Township employees about the financial spending during Henyard's tenure.
In a virtual meeting Thursday, the board voted 9-0 to name Martinez as commissioner of the department, with two abstentions.
Johnson also took aim at Emanuel's future plans, which involve signals that he might want to run for office again.
A Maryland school board decided to end parental opt-outs for instruction featuring storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation, sparking the dispute that's before the Supreme Court.
The mayor on Monday signed an executive order establishing a new working group tasked with fixing the city's finances.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The law firms Romanucci and Blandin, representing the families of Antoine Lewis, 39, of Chicago, and Mark Lindquist Law, representing Darcy Belanger, 46, of Denver, Colorado, announced the settlement was reached on Sunday night.
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Doctors and the Illinois Department of Public Health are urging people to get vaccinated.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
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Amanda Nelson is now serving as a gestational surrogate — carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn’t know. Lauren Victory reports.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need, but she ended up losing $5,000 to the scammer. Marissa Sulek reports.
When a passenger with a gun was pulled from a United Airlines flight at O’Hare International Airport last week, his fellow fliers had questions. One week later, there were still no answers. Sara Machi reports.
Sources say in the past three weeks, investigators have talked to several current and past Thornton Township employees about the financial spending during Henyard's tenure. Jermont Terry reports.
Sources say in the past three weeks, investigators have talked to several current and past Thornton Township employees.
Passenger Cindi Coffman also said staff told passengers to get off the plane and bring their carry-ons, but she said nobody checked their bags or patted them down before they got back on.
In video of the robbery posted on Nextdoor, three men can be seen pointing guns at the couple as they walk up to their front porch.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
With the deadline to obtain a Real ID just weeks away, the Better Business Bureau is warning about a surge in scams designed to steal your identity.
The Mendez family is suing the City of Chicago and the Chicago Police Department, accusing officers of violating their civil rights and traumatizing them and their children during the raid.
The Cubs were down to their last out in the ninth when Miguel Amaya hit a solo homer off Tanner Scott that landed in the basket in center field.
Bailey Ober worked six strong innings to win his second straight start, Trevor Larnach hit a two-run homer and Byron Buxton made a diving catch to end the game and seal the Minnesota Twins' 4-2 win over the Chicago White Sox.
The award is given annually to one Bears veteran and one rookie who best exemplify the courage, loyalty, teamwork, dedication and sense of humor of the late Brian Piccolo.
General Manager Ryan Poles and the Bears front office are ready for anything as they head into the draft on Thursday holding the No. 10 overall pick and four picks in the first 72.
The NCAA passed rules Monday that would upend decades of precedent by allowing colleges to pay their athletes per terms of a multibillion-dollar lawsuit settlement expected to go into effect this summer.
Two other men also have been sentenced to prison for their roles in Officer Rivera's murder.
Jamari Edwards, 22, faces 17 years to life in prison when he is sentenced on Aug. 12.
In video of the robbery posted on Nextdoor, three men can be seen pointing guns at the couple as they walk up to their front porch.
The community leaders have seen an increase in violence in the specific area where the teen was gunned down.
Police activity disrupted train service at the Racine Avenue stop along the Eisenhower Expressway.
