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.

Gas prices are up
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The average price nationwide is up to $1.87, however you won't find that price here in the Bay Area.

Average price of a gallon of gas at $1.93
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Tulsa, Oklahoma currently has the cheapest price per gallon of gasoline in the nation.