Survey shows gas-price pain rising even as economic confidence stabilizes

Rising gas prices are dealing a major hit to household budgets, with most Americans admitting that high gas prices are severely squeezing their finances, according to a new poll.

US gas prices over 40% higher than last year after big jump in May

The pain drivers are feeling at the pump continued into May with the cost of gas rising for the fourth straight month. Prices now sit 42.2% higher than the same time last year, with most of the country experiencing an even larger increase over that time. 

Fill up now: Georgia gas tax break ends Tuesday

Georgia drivers may want to top off their tanks before Tuesday night as the state's temporary suspension of motor fuel taxes is scheduled to expire June 2, and Gov. Brian Kemp will not be extending the tax break. 

Is cheap gas bad for your car?

As gas prices soar, are the cheapest gas stations OK for your car? We talked to an expert to find out.

Newsom warns Californians to avoid Chevron over high gas prices

California Gov. Gavin Newsom urged drivers to avoid Chevron gas stations over Memorial Day weekend because of higher fuel prices.

Mideast energy crisis prompts UN to lower 2026 global growth outlook

The United Nations lowered its global economic growth forecast and raised its inflation outlook as Middle East tensions disrupt global supply chains.

April had the 6th-highest gas prices in nearly 4 years

Consumers faced record-breaking hardship at the pump in April as the national average for a gallon of gas exceeded $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022.

Shell reports nearly $7 billion profits amid war with Iran

Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.

These New York-area airports saw the most flight disruptions last month

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled in April, and things like rising oil prices and Spirit Airlines' recent shutdown haven't helped.

What is OPEC? And why UAE said it's exiting

The UAE announced it’s leaving OPEC this week. Here’s a look at the organization, and what the country’s departure means for oil production and prices.

Here's where gas prices have increased the most in US

Gas prices are spiking nationwide, with sharp increases hitting every state over the past year. New data reveals where drivers are feeling the biggest jumps.

Protesters rally in Athens during JD Vance visit to UGA area

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside Akins Ford Arena in Athens Tuesday to rally against the Trump administration and Vice President JD Vance's appearance.

Gas prices slightly down from last week's average in Georgia

Gas prices are holding relatively steady both in Georgia and across the country, offering little relief for drivers at the pump.

Indiana to suspend gas tax for one month as prices surge

Indiana is hitting pause on its gas tax as prices surge amid Middle East tensions. Here's what to know.

Oil prices plummet under $100 mark after Trump reveals US-Iran ceasefire

News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.

Gas hits almost $10 a gallon in this coastal California community

Gas prices have been soaring, leading to a lot of pain at the pump, but a station in a scenic community along California’s coast just might take the cake, with premium gas going for $9.99 a gallon.

Poll: Americans worry over gas and energy prices limited in early days of Iran war

A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.

Kemp to sign Georgia gas tax suspension after unanimous Senate vote

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp says he plans to sign a bill that suspends the state’s motor fuel tax after it cleared the Senate.