Gas prices rise, stocks slip as experts weigh EV deals and summer travel costs
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Finance professor Dan Roccato explains what to expect for gas prices and airfare this summer, whether now is the time to buy an EV, and smart ways to save on fuel and travel.

United warns of rising airfares amid fuel surge: What you can do

United Airlines is warning that rising jet fuel prices — driven by Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies — are likely to push airfares higher and could dampen travel demand.

Gas prices surge as Middle East tensions drive costs higher
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Financial analyst Phil Flynn explains how the ongoing conflict is pushing gas prices up sharply, what could happen next and when consumers might feel relief at the pump and beyond.

Oil prices surge as US–Iran conflict intensifies into 4th week
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As the US–Iran conflict escalates with strikes on key energy sites, gas prices are climbing nationwide—prompting new consumer guidance and emergency measures to stabilize supply.

Some lawmakers call for federal gas tax suspension: What to know

Lawmakers introduced the Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026 to temporarily suspend the 18.4-cent federal gas tax through October amid rising fuel costs.

Iran conflict drives oil surge, raising concerns about gas prices
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Senior market analyst Phil Flynn explains how rising crude oil prices tied to Middle East tensions are impacting gas costs and what signals could indicate relief ahead.

Iran threats to close Strait of Hormuz raise fears of global oil price surge
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Jim O'Neill of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs explains how Iran’s threats to block tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global energy supplies and send oil prices sharply higher.

Iran warns $200 oil barrels are coming: report

A spokesperson for Iran's military command reportedly warned the world to “get ready" for oil to be $200 a barrel, which would mean an even greater spike in gas prices across the U.S. Here’s what to know.

Oil prices pull back after surge tied to Iran war concerns
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Christopher Hodge from Natixis CIB Americas explains why oil prices spiked to a four-year high amid war concerns and what it could mean for stability and gas prices moving forward.

Oil prices surge as Iran tensions escalate, new leader takes power
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As fighting between Iran and Israel targets energy sites and disrupts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices climb past $100 a barrel while Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei as its new leader and tensions with the U.S. continue to rise.

Oil prices spike as Iran war intensifies: What to know

The price of oil has jumped as the Iran war is now in its second week and it's impacting consumers at the pump in the U.S.

Gas prices jump across Illinois and Indiana as Iran conflict drives oil costs higher
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Average gas prices surged 34 cents in Illinois and 41 cents in Indiana in just one week as the conflict involving Iran pushes oil prices up, with experts warning drivers could see further increases if the situation continues.

Oil, gas prices surge as Middle East war disrupts supplies and sparks fears
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With Brent crude and U.S. oil jumping sharply after strikes and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, energy expert Phil Flynn explains how these Middle East tensions — including halted Qatari LNG production and potential shipping bottlenecks — could drive higher U.S. gas and everyday prices even if we don’t buy oil directly from Iran.

Protesters push back as Peoples Gas seeks rate hike
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Customers and consumer advocates are protesting outside Peoples Gas headquarters after the utility asked regulators to approve a rate increase that could raise monthly bills by $10 to $11.

Gas prices drop below $3 a gallon in 37 states - See where

Americans are seeing relief at the pump as the national average for regular gas is now below $3 a gallon in 37 states.

Illinois gas prices fall to lowest level in four years, expert explains what’s behind the drop
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GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan joins us to break down why Illinois gas prices have plunged below the national average, how long the relief might last, and whether they could dip even further.

Illinois gas prices climb amid global tensions and refinery fire
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GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan says prices are rising again after a brief dip — driven by uncertainty over Russia, a refinery fire in Indiana, and other market factors that could keep pressure on your wallet at the pump.

Gas prices may soon drop below $3.00 a gallon, analysts say

Gas prices continue to drop across the country with industry analysts predicting a dip below $3 a gallon soon, the first time in four years.