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Electric vehicle sales appear to be revving up as the average price of a gallon of regular gas approaches $6. But is an impulse purchase of an electric vehicle the right turn for everyone?
Drivers throughout Southern California are fuming about the high cost of fuel — the prices are also pushing some people to the brink of considering some major life changes.
A year after Gov. Gavin Newsom addressed Californians from an empty Dodger's Stadium, the Governor returned to the podium to put COVID-19 in the rear-view and to combat the other crises the state faces.
Gas prices have been breaking records in Southern California with many stations passing the six dollar mark in recent weeks.
With gas prices breaking record highs almost daily, rideshare drivers like Misak Yapundzhn are considering finding a new line of work.
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose twice over the weekend – 9.5 cents on Saturday and 12.8 cents on Sunday. The average price hit a record high for the 29th time in 31 days on Monday, going up again 5.4 cents to $5.429.
For drivers who transport people to and from LAX and other Southland airports, this uptick in gas prices has made it extremely hard to make a profit.
Californians are spending an average of $20 more than last year at this time to fill up their tanks.
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose 9.5 cents Saturday to $5.247, one day after recording its largest one-day increase since July 14, 2015, 13.8 cents.
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles and Orange counties recorded their largest increases since July 14, 2015, Friday.
The spike is mostly due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. However, other factors such as inflation and California's switch to the summer blend could keep prices high for several months.
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County recorded its largest increase since Feb. 19, 2021, Wednesday, rising 3 cents to $4.928, its 24th record in 27 days.
Once again, the price for a gallon of regular gasoline reached another record high on Sunday, according to the Auto Club of Southern California. Drivers are now paying an average of $4.88 per gallon of regular unleaded gasoline, according to Doug Shupe of AAA Southern California.
Sky 2 spotted the stunning sight Thursday night at the corner of Beverly and La Cienega boulevards, near the Beverly Center – a Mobile gas station displaying $6.15 for a gallon of regular gas.
The average price of a gallon of regular rose Thursday to $4.82, a new record.
The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline rose three-tenths of a cent to $4.78.
California now has the most expensive gas in the country.
It's only February, but gas prices in Orange County have reached a record high.
Doing so would cost the state about $523 million in revenue for things like roads and bridges.
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose four-tenths of a cent Friday to $4.68, the highest amount to end a year.
However, the average price is $1.54 higher than one year ago.
According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, prices are up 14%. On average, a Thanksgiving meal for 10 will cost $53.31, which is $6.41 higher than in 2020.
AAA spokesperson Jeffrey Spring discusses with KCAL 9's Alex Biston the causes of the recent surge in prices and why he believes it will soon decrease.
In Los Angeles County, the average price of a gallon of regular is $4.67, with Orange County at $4.63 and Riverside County at $4.59.
Dr. Leo Feler, a senior economist with UCLA Anderson Forecast, breaks down the recent spike in gas prices.
Shohei Ohtani had five RBIs, Mookie Betts homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers pummeled the Los Angeles Angels 15-2 for their fourth straight win.
It took nearly 70 firefighters about 30 minutes to control the fire, which had broken out in a two-story commercial building in the 7400 block of N. Valjean Avenue.
The 33-year-old man was arrested for a fatal stabbing that left a 64-year-old family member dead in the 2600 block of W. Avenue N-8 in Palmdale, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Gabriel Pec had a goal and an assist to back goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski and the Los Angeles Galaxy beat Seattle 2-0, ending the Sounders' 22-match unbeaten streak at home as well as a nine-match unbeaten run this season.
A homicide investigation was launched in East Los Angeles early Saturday morning after a boy was found fatally shot, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
It took nearly 70 firefighters about 30 minutes to control the fire, which had broken out in a two-story commercial building in the 7400 block of N. Valjean Avenue.
The 33-year-old man was arrested for a fatal stabbing that left a 64-year-old family member dead in the 2600 block of W. Avenue N-8 in Palmdale, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
A homicide investigation was launched in East Los Angeles early Saturday morning after a boy was found fatally shot, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
The agreement includes exclusive local broadcasts of Rams preseason games, weekly year-round programming, a coaches show featuring head coach Sean McVay and original Rams content available across all CBS LA platforms.
It took nearly 70 firefighters about 30 minutes to control the fire, which had broken out in a two-story commercial building in the 7400 block of N. Valjean Avenue.
The 33-year-old man was arrested for a fatal stabbing that left a 64-year-old family member dead in the 2600 block of W. Avenue N-8 in Palmdale, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
A homicide investigation was launched in East Los Angeles early Saturday morning after a boy was found fatally shot, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
Two brush fires, the Corral Fire and the Grand Fire, both broke out early Saturday afternoon in the Antelope Valley.
There are beach hazards and high surf advisories throughout Southern California's coast, and a red flag warning for the Antelope Valley this weekend.
A 71-year-old man in Irvine is accused of beating a group of ducklings, killing one before throwing them in a trash can.
More than 100 deaths have been attributed to e-Bikes and e-motorcycles in the U.S., and injuries have spiked 430% in just the last four years in Southern California, according to the Orange County District Attorney's Office.
An Orange County mother appeared in court on Tuesday as she faces involuntary manslaughter and several other charges for a deadly e-motorcycle crash in which her son struck an 81-year-old man and left him with critical injuries that eventually resulted in his death in April.
A 21-year-old from Laguna Niguel was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that killed two people three years ago.
The 80-year-old man and 79-year-old woman were both found suffering from traumatic injuries inside their Bermuda Dunes home on Friday during a welfare check, according to Riverside County sheriff's deputies.
An 18-year-old man was arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with a shooting on the 10 Freeway in Banning that wounded a woman last weekend.
Someone stole a truck from the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society while its staff responded to a wildfire in a Chino Hills neighborhood.
There are beach hazards and high surf advisories throughout Southern California's coast, and a red flag warning for the Antelope Valley this weekend.
The Riverside County Sheriff's Office said the violent arrest happened after the deputy pulled the girl away from a fight.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday.
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Sens. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois and Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin say their concern is there may be more emergency exit doors than flight attendants in the event of an evacuation.
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off in a debate hosted Thursday by CBS News California and the San Francisco Examiner.
Top gubernatorial candidates met onstage Thursday at a debate hosted by CBS News California and the San Francisco Examiner.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Shohei Ohtani had five RBIs, Mookie Betts homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers pummeled the Los Angeles Angels 15-2 for their fourth straight win.
Gabriel Pec had a goal and an assist to back goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski and the Los Angeles Galaxy beat Seattle 2-0, ending the Sounders' 22-match unbeaten streak at home as well as a nine-match unbeaten run this season.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
Andy Pages hit a three-run homer, eight relievers combined on a two-hitter and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-0 to secure their first three-game winning streak in May.
René Cárdenas, the first Spanish-language broadcaster for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Houston Astros and Texas Rangers during a 60-year career, has died.
Spencer Pratt has said he was compelled to launch his unlikely mayoral run after his home was destroyed in last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Los Angeles firefighters battled a second-alarm fire at a Van Nuys commercial building on Saturday night.
Brittney Ermon reports from East Hollywood, where she speaks with a group of residents who are concerned over the potential safety risk posed by the tiny home village being constructed for temporary homeless housing.
Zach Boetto reports from Fontana, where groups of hopeful future firefighters gathered on Saturday for a friendly competition to put them on the right path to one day fulfilling their dreams.
Despite the abrupt cancellation of the annual Long Beach Pride festival, thousands of people still flocked to Long Beach on Saturday to create their own party. Lauren Pozen reports.
Alex Biston takes a look at what Southern Californians can expect in the coming days with her NEXT Weather Forecast.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
