Gas prices this year could be the lowest since 2020
U.S. drivers are likely to see lower prices at the pump this year amid lower global oil prices and strong crude production.
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U.S. drivers are likely to see lower prices at the pump this year amid lower global oil prices and strong crude production.
These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.
Jim Donovan has your morning headlines and meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast in the Philadelphia area.
Gov. Phil Murphy's administration says New Jersey's gas tax will climb about 6% to 44.9 cents a gallon starting New Year's Day.
According to AAA, prices at the pump in Delaware have fallen $0.70/gal from this time last year, and experts with GasBuddy say they're the lowest we've seen since 2021.
Some families hit the road a few days early to beat the Labor Day weekend traffic on their way to the Jersey Shore and other destinations.
Low gas prices are something for drivers to celebrate this July 4th, with costs at the pump expected to hit their lowest levels for this time of year since 2021. The average price of gasoline on Independence Day is expected to be $3.50 per gallon nationwide, the lowest price it's been on the busy travel holiday in three years. Ross DiMattei reports from the Farley Service Plaza on the Atlantic City Expressway where many drivers will be passing through on the way to the Jersey Shore.
Experts say low demand for oil globally is keeping gas prices steady, even though several major Texas refineries had to shut down due to extreme cold. But when winter starts to loosen its grip in the coming weeks, drivers could see increased prices at the pump.
Gas prices hit an average of $3.27 a gallon this Thanksgiving, marking the cheapest prices since the pandemic despite an uptick in holiday travel.
Sheetz is dropping the price of unleaded 88 gas for a limited time.
The roughly 2% New Jersey gas tax increase comes after the gas tax fell in the previous two years.
Lower Merion police say scammers are trying to run up gas pump charges on victims' credit cards while taking cash from customers.
We take a look at what's pushing gas prices at the pump
Summertime surge at the gas pump has the average gallon priced at $3,82. While it's 23 cents lower than last year, it's 25 cents higher than when summer started Memorial Day Weekend
Rising gas prices are straining budgets for volunteers who drive for the charities they serve, while agency directors worry about future price hikes affecting supplies for clients.
Sheetz is dropping gas prices to $1.776 a gallon for Independence Day.
For those traveling by auto this July 4 weekend, it will cost you a lot less to fill up your tanks.
Fuel prices were about a dollar higher at this time in 2022.
Gas prices are starting to climb in the Philadelphia area, but AAA Mid-Atlantic isn't worried about prices reaching record highs like last summer.
After hitting a record high last summer, gas prices dropped dramatically in the fall but are now marching higher again.
Natasha Brown reports.
Gas prices rose in New Jersey and went up more sharply around the country at large amid increased demand and higher crude oil prices.
Gas prices dropped in New Jersey and also ticked down across the nation at large. They expect prices at the pump to decline heading toward February but believe the national averages before Christmas will likely turn out to have been the lows for this winter.
The vote, 29-19, sent the bill to the state House of Representatives, where a partisan fight for control has paralyzed the chamber a week into the new legislative session.
Prices are expected to jump as more people hit the road leading into the summer.
Tuesday in the Philadelphia region will be mild, but we're tracking storms this week that will bring rain and possibly snow.
Tyrese Maxey scored 33 points, Joel Embiid had 27 and the Philadelphia 76ers used an 80-point first half to beat the Toronto Raptors 115-102.
Brandon Hagel, Jake Guentzel and Nikita Kucherov each had a goal and an assist as the Tampa Bay Lightning notched their 10th consecutive victory with a 5-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday night.
Wawa is closing its store on the 3300 block of Market Street in University City later this month.
Mount Moriah Cemetery has been thrust into the spotlight after a Lancaster County man was accused of harvesting sets of human remains in the middle of the night.
A 16-year-old boy was shot to death inside a Chipotle bathroom on the edge of Temple University's campus as students returned to school for the spring semester.
Tuesday in the Philadelphia region will be mild, but we're tracking storms this week that will bring rain and possibly snow.
Tyrese Maxey scored 33 points, Joel Embiid had 27 and the Philadelphia 76ers used an 80-point first half to beat the Toronto Raptors 115-102.
Brandon Hagel, Jake Guentzel and Nikita Kucherov each had a goal and an assist as the Tampa Bay Lightning notched their 10th consecutive victory with a 5-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday night.
Wawa is closing its store on the 3300 block of Market Street in University City later this month.
Wawa is closing its store on the 3300 block of Market Street in University City later this month.
A 16-year-old boy was shot to death inside a Chipotle bathroom on the edge of Temple University's campus as students returned to school for the spring semester.
Democratic state Sen. Art Haywood joined clergy for a prayer vigil outside the ICE field office in Philadelphia on Monday.
Police in Allentown shot a women who reportedly threatened officers with a knife at the former Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital, the Lehigh County DA's Office said.
A person potentially infected with measles traveled through the Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station earlier this month, city health officials said.
Members of the New Jersey Group 5 state champions, Washington Township, were honored by state legislators Monday.
Richard Codey, the former governor of New Jersey and the state's longest-serving lawmaker, has died, his family announced.
The Winslow Township Eagles are soaring thanks to their head coach and former dual-threat quarterback Bill Belton.
Glassboro School District leaders say the policy they enacted last year has helped students with learning and limited distractions.
Video shows how three Woolwich Township police officers worked together to rescue a boy from a lake in Swedesboro, New Jersey.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Flights to and from the Caribbean have resumed, but travelers are still feeling the effects of the weekend restrictions.
Tyrese Maxey scored 33 points, Joel Embiid had 27 and the Philadelphia 76ers used an 80-point first half to beat the Toronto Raptors 115-102.
Brandon Hagel, Jake Guentzel and Nikita Kucherov each had a goal and an assist as the Tampa Bay Lightning notched their 10th consecutive victory with a 5-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday night.
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Members of the New Jersey Group 5 state champions, Washington Township, were honored by state legislators Monday.
Scottie Barnes hit a tiebreaking free throw with 0.8 seconds remaining in overtime and the Toronto Raptors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 116-115 in the first of back-to-back meetings between short-handed teams.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
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Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a milder Tuesday.
The shooting happened as students and staff returned to campus for the first day of the spring 2026 semester at Temple University.
Wawa is closing yet another store in Philadelphia.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on Monday night.
Doctors said many people tend to overdo it when they start working out in January, which will cause spikes in injuries.