California gas prices could spike 50 cents under climate offset idea
California’s already high gas prices could see an additional spike of almost 50 cents a gallon tucked inside a little-known draft report aimed at meeting the state’s aggressive emission reduction goal.
Gas hits above $7 mark at one Bay Area station, among the highest in California
Bay Area gas station hits above the $7 mark for regular unleaded, among the highest in California.
California could see lowest gas prices since 2021 by Christmas
While it may remain a mystery as to why California's gasoline prices are so much higher than other states, for now, Californians are seeing substantial relief. If the downward trend continues, we could be seeing the lowest gas prices since 2021 by Christmas.
2 of 5 Bay Area refineries to stop making gasoline
The Phillips 66 and Marathon Petroleum are permanently converting their East Bay refineries to produce renewable, bio-based diesel fuel from plant-based materials.
Why are gas prices rising?
Gas prices are on the rise again, creating a pain at the pump for drivers.
CA state gas tax goes up 8% just before July 4th weekend
If you're hitting the road for the holiday weekend, you may be spending a bit more.
California watchdog will curb gas price spikes with new law in effect
California Gov. Gavin Newsom took time on Tuesday to commend the legislature for enacting a groundbreaking law aimed at curbing the oil industry and preventing excessive price hikes, with provisions to penalize producers when deemed necessary.
New California gas price law gives regulators power to penalize 'big oil'
It was just a few weeks ago that California Gov. Gavin Newsom called the oil industry the second most powerful force on earth, trailing only Mother Nature in its ability to bend the elements — both physical and political — to its will.
Plunging natural gas prices eases inflation concerns
Natural gas accounts for nearly 25% of residential energy needs, making it a big driver in last year’s worst bout of inflation in 40 years.
PG&E 'sticker shock' explained
If November's gas and electric bills didn't give you sticker shock, this month's as well as the next two, will. As of New Year's Day, the state Public Utilities Commission has granted PG&E increased gas and electricity prices.
Average price of gas plunges to cheapest in over a year
While the White House was quick to point out the latest numbers, AAA says seasonality is the main cause — and not everyone is seeing cheaper gas.
California considers penalties for oil companies over price gouging
California could become the first state to fine big oil companies for making too much money, a reaction to the industry’s supersized profits following a summer of record-high gas prices in the nation’s most populous state.
Furious Newsom set to punish oil producers, give money to drivers
Gov. Newsom has called lawmakers into a special session for the purpose of approving a penalty for oil companies when their profits pass a certain threshold.
Gas prices fall to lowest level since February, GasBuddy data shows
“It’s entirely possible the national average price of gasoline could fall under $3 per gallon by Christmas,” Patrick De Haan at GasBuddy revealed.
California's high gas prices to be focus of special legislative session
Gov. Newsom has called state lawmakers to meet for a special session next week with the hope of imposing a price gouging penalty on oil companies.
Climate activists in Oakland rally against Chevron, big oil profits
Climate activists rallied outside an Oakland Chevron station – calling for a cap on big oil profits.
Newsom blasts Valero's spike in profits
Governor Newsom continued railing against oil companies, accusing them of ripping Californians off and price gouging at the gas pump. He targeted Valero after the oil company reported a 500% increase in profits from this quarter, to the same period last year.
Newsom to call special legislative session over gas prices
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday he will call a special session of the state Legislature in December to pass a new tax on oil company profits to punish them for what he called "rank price gouging."
Pain at the pump: Bay Area gas prices inch toward record highs
Gas prices continued their climb in California and across the Bay Area, closing in on record high prices hit back in June.
Newsom proposes "Windfall" tax on oil companies to bring gas prices back down
Californians are once again feeling pain at the pump. Gas prices are on the rise, even though crude oil prices have fallen to $85 a barrel. To bring the cost down for drivers, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a change Friday to immediately increase the state's gas supply.