Church gives $27,000 worth of free gas to hundreds of drivers on Chicago's South Side
The average price for gas in Chicago on Sunday was $4.83, according to AAA. That's $1.55 higher than it was a year ago.
The average price for gas in Chicago on Sunday was $4.83, according to AAA. That's $1.55 higher than it was a year ago.
FULL LIST: Chicago businessman announces gas stations participating in 2nd free gas giveaway
FREE GAS IN CHICAGO AREA: Chicago businessman Dr. Willie Wilson announced Friday night the local gas stations participating in his second-round giveaway of free gas.
FREE GAS IN CHICAGO AREA: Chicago businessman Dr. Willie Wilson announced Friday night the local gas stations participating in his second-round giveaway of free gas.
Spring break travelers at O'Hare not deterred by high airfare
High gas prices and the higher airfares that come with them do not appear to be keeping people from traveling for spring break if the crowds at O'Hare Airport on Friday were any indication.
High gas prices and the higher airfares that come with them do not appear to be keeping people from traveling for spring break if the crowds at O'Hare Airport on Friday were any indication.
Chicago businessman planning 2nd free gas giveaway next week
MORE FREE GAS: Chicago businessman Willie Wilson says he's planning a second gas giveaway next week and expanding to 25 gas stations in the city and suburbs.
MORE FREE GAS: Chicago businessman Willie Wilson says he's planning a second gas giveaway next week and expanding to 25 gas stations in the city and suburbs.
Free gas giveaway backs up traffic for blocks near stations across Chicago
A Chicago businessman is giving away $200,000 worth of fuel at 10 gas stations across the city Thursday, leading to long lines and snarled traffic.
A Chicago businessman is giving away $200,000 worth of fuel at 10 gas stations across the city Thursday, leading to long lines and snarled traffic.
High gas prices: Can you mix premium and regular gas to save on fuel costs?
With continuously rising gas prices can you skimp out on premium gas for regular? Here’s what the experts say.
With continuously rising gas prices can you skimp out on premium gas for regular? Here’s what the experts say.
Chicago businessman to donate $200K worth of gas Thursday
Chicago businessman Willie Wilson is donating $200,000 worth of gas across the city Thursday.
Chicago businessman Willie Wilson is donating $200,000 worth of gas across the city Thursday.
How to score free gas in Chicago this Thursday
Chicago businessman Willie Wilson and gas station owner Khalil Abdullah talk about how you could fill up your tank for free this Thursday at gas stations around Chicago.
Chicago businessman Willie Wilson and gas station owner Khalil Abdullah talk about how you could fill up your tank for free this Thursday at gas stations around Chicago.
Some call for temporarily suspending federal gas tax
"Listen, I’m all for lower taxes. There's a lot of ways to do it. But I think, in this case, it's just a gimmick," said energy expert Phil Flynn.
"Listen, I’m all for lower taxes. There's a lot of ways to do it. But I think, in this case, it's just a gimmick," said energy expert Phil Flynn.
Some call for suspending federal gas tax as fuel prices rise
President Joe Biden and others blame the war in Ukraine for soaring gasoline prices.
President Joe Biden and others blame the war in Ukraine for soaring gasoline prices.
Some calling for temporary suspension of gas tax
There are calls for a temporary suspension of the federal motor fuel tax. But there's surprising opposition to the idea on both sides of America?s political divide.
There are calls for a temporary suspension of the federal motor fuel tax. But there's surprising opposition to the idea on both sides of America?s political divide.
Record gas prices plateau in US over the weekend
It’s not a significant decrease by any means, but the news may signal a sign of relief for drivers after the average price of regular-grade gasoline shot up a whopping 79 cents over the past two weeks.
It’s not a significant decrease by any means, but the news may signal a sign of relief for drivers after the average price of regular-grade gasoline shot up a whopping 79 cents over the past two weeks.
Uber adds fuel surcharge for drivers struggling with recent gas price hikes
The national average surpassed $4.35 on Thursday, and California is leading the way with the highest state average of $5.67 per gallon.
The national average surpassed $4.35 on Thursday, and California is leading the way with the highest state average of $5.67 per gallon.
Inflation costing average American household nearly $300 per month: report
Skyrocketing inflation rates are costing the average American household $296.45 in extra expenses, according to a recent analysis.
Skyrocketing inflation rates are costing the average American household $296.45 in extra expenses, according to a recent analysis.
Should employers pump the brakes on employee return to work?
As gas prices continue to rise across the country, many wonder if and when things will return to normal -- including when employees can return to the office. Expert joins Good Day Chicago to weigh in.
As gas prices continue to rise across the country, many wonder if and when things will return to normal -- including when employees can return to the office. Expert joins Good Day Chicago to weigh in.
Illinois Republicans hope to save drivers money on gas by cutting sales tax
As gas prices continue to rise, Illinois Republicans are hoping to save drivers some cash at the pump by cutting the sales tax.
As gas prices continue to rise, Illinois Republicans are hoping to save drivers some cash at the pump by cutting the sales tax.
Illinois Republicans propose capping state sales tax on gasoline
Illinois Republicans are hoping to save drivers some cash at the pump by cutting the sales tax. Illinois has the second-highest gas taxes in the country.
Illinois Republicans are hoping to save drivers some cash at the pump by cutting the sales tax. Illinois has the second-highest gas taxes in the country.
Filling a gas-powered vehicle may still be cheaper than charging an electric one
As gas prices reach record highs across the U.S., electric car owners are reveling in their purchases -- but the cost to fill up a gas-powered vehicle might actually still be cheaper than charging an electric one.
As gas prices reach record highs across the U.S., electric car owners are reveling in their purchases -- but the cost to fill up a gas-powered vehicle might actually still be cheaper than charging an electric one.
Tips for conserving gas mileage amid skyrocketing prices at the pump
Jason Kuriger, owner of Mr. Transmission Milex Crest Hill, dishes on ways you can help offset the cost of skyrocketing gas prices.
Jason Kuriger, owner of Mr. Transmission Milex Crest Hill, dishes on ways you can help offset the cost of skyrocketing gas prices.
Tips on making your car more fuel efficient as gas prices skyrocket
If you happen to drive with a lead foot, Jason Kuriger advises easing up, especially when coming off a stop. Fast accelerators use more fuel to get the car moving again.
If you happen to drive with a lead foot, Jason Kuriger advises easing up, especially when coming off a stop. Fast accelerators use more fuel to get the car moving again.