Gas price stimulus checks proposals head to Congress

There are a few proposals that could involve Americans getting a stimulus check to ease the pain of the rising gas prices.

Los Angeles becomes 1st in US to reach $6 gas average

Los Angeles on Tuesday became the first major city in the U.S. to reach an average gas price of $6 or more.

Chevron workers strike: 500 Richmond refinery workers walk picket lines

More than 500 Chevron union workers took to the picket line on Monday, when contract negotiations broke down. The workers say Chevron's offer is insufficient, given the Bay Area's high cost of living. The company brought in replacement workers.

Chevron refinery workers to go on strike

Workers at the Chevron oil refinery are going on strike in Richmond tomorrow.

California gas prices increase as national average falls

Drivers are still seeing the price of gasoline increase in California even as the average price of a gallon has fallen nationally. 

$400 gas rebate could be in Californians' future under Democrat proposal

California Democrats on Thursday offered their proposal for a $400 rebate to offset the rising cost of gas. The rebate would be offered to all taxpayers in the state. 

Californians may get $400 gas rebate

California Democratic assemblymembers announced that they are proposing a $400 rebate for taxpayers due to the rising gas prices.

DoorDash paying back drivers to offset high gas prices

Delivery company DoorDash said Tuesday it will refund its drivers for some U.S. gasoline purchases to help offset higher prices at the pump.

Republican California lawmakers call for immediate suspension of gas tax

Saying consumers need immediate relief and because the state of California already has a $65 billion budget surplus, Sacramento legislative Republicans demanded an immediate suspension of the state gas tax on Monday.

Lawmakers seek investigation on price gouging as gas prices and thieves soar

Congressman John Garamendi is calling for an investigation into price gouging by oil companies while gas prices and thieves continue to soar in California.

Gas prices turning long commutes into financial nightmares

Skyrocketing gas prices have made things especially difficult for people with extended commutes. One person even said they're putting off having children because it's just too expensive.

Returning money to California taxpayers in wake of gas prices may help balance budget

Gov. Newsom and lawmakers can cut taxes, spend more money on things such as infrastructure and public education, or return money to taxpayers. That last option has been the most popular choice.

California gas prices jump to record high

The average price of gasoline in California is now $5.44 per gallon, up $0.10 from the day before. It's also up $0.76 from just a month ago.