Biden calls for three-month federal gas tax "holiday"
The idea, which would require the support of Congress, is already being met with skepticism.
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The idea, which would require the support of Congress, is already being met with skepticism.
President Joe Biden is considering a federal gas tax holiday.
The state average declined 7 cents last week, after reaching an all-time high of $4.89 per gallon.
CBS4's Bobeth Yates spoke with motorists fed up with the inflated gas prices.
Soaring gas prices are putting pressure on the president to take action.
"It's insulting to the average citizen to listen to some of this drivel coming out of the White House and because they know people are upset about it."
As gas prices continue to rise, having hit $5 a gallon nationally, there may be some help on the way.
As gas prices continue to rise, having hit $5 a gallon nationally, there may be some help on the way.
CBS4's Ted Scouten reports the average for gas in Miami is $4.91 a gallon, while those in Fort Lauderdale are paying two cents more.
AAA said a family trip from Miami to Orlando in a midsized SUV will now cost more than $45 in gas alone.
Gas prices in Florida rose an average of 13 cents per gallon over the past week and are now $4.89 a gallon on average, AAA reported on Monday.
The national average price has jumped 19 cents in just the past week, and it's up $1.93 from this time last year.
CBS4's Michael George reports on the increase of gas and food prices, and how budgeting differently will help make it past this inflation.
May surge in consumer prices raises odds that the Fed will continue to sharply hike interest rates.
Gas costs have jumped 28 cents per gallon in the last week. Nationally, prices could soon exceed $5, one expert says.
Manufacturers are again downsizing packaging in an effort to ease the hit from inflation. Are they going too far?
The US average for the price of a gallon of regular gas hit $4.96 according to the most recent reading from AAA Wednesday
Broward County's gas is clocking in at $4.80 a gallon, while Miami-Dade is right behind at $4.79.
Broward County's gas is clocking in at $4.80 a gallon, while Miami-Dade is right behind at $4.79.
When you are on the highway, stick to the speed limit and avoid aggressive driving. Pressing on that gas pedal will only burn gas at a faster rate.
The national average jumped to $4.67.
A year ago, you were paying an average of $2.861 a gallon for regular gas in Florida. On Wednesday, the current average for the same gasoline jumped to $4.645.
Kara Finnstrom spoke with a AAA representative who offered some insight into the current situation regarding rising gas prices, and how to make the most of a full tank.
A grim update about soaring gas prices.
A spokesman for the American Automobile Association says gasoline prices have reached record-high levels in Florida and is offering some money-saving tips for consumers.
A judge declared a mistrial in the murder trial of former University of Miami football player Rashaun Jones on Monday.
Colorado quarterback and South Florida native Dominiq Ponder has died in a single-car crash, according to police in Colorado.
A new law is meant to get rid of boats that have been sitting in the same spot of the water for a long period of time, and it appears to be working.
Stock markets in the U.S. dropped amid concerns that the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran could drive up energy costs.
It's going to be a warm week in South Florida, and there's a chance that parts of the area could see some spotty showers.
A judge declared a mistrial in the murder trial of former University of Miami football player Rashaun Jones on Monday.
Colorado quarterback and South Florida native Dominiq Ponder has died in a single-car crash, according to police in Colorado.
A new law is meant to get rid of boats that have been sitting in the same spot of the water for a long period of time, and it appears to be working.
Stock markets in the U.S. dropped amid concerns that the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran could drive up energy costs.
It's going to be a warm week in South Florida, and there's a chance that parts of the area could see some spotty showers.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
The Supreme Court is set to convene Monday to hear a Second Amendment dispute over a federal law that bars unlawful drug users from having firearms.
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
The measure was pushed by the Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank funded by billionaires, whose intention is to eliminate public sector unions.
Frank Mora noted that the Trump Administration does not want the total collapse of the Cuban government because it could prompt an exodus of refugees from the island to the United States.
Any change to the property tax system would have to be approved by voters in November, and it seemed unlikely the House plan was going to be approved by the Senate.
Alyssa Alhadeff and Alex Schachter were murdered eight years ago at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Now, their parents are championing legislation to ensure that the tragedy never happens again.
As the partial government shutdown gets underway, Moskowitz argued that ICE should be reformed.
The Sunshine state is on track to be the second-highest, with only nine cases behind Utah, and the numbers lagging by five days.
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In a new study that could have significant implications for future Alzheimer's treatment, researchers at the University of Miami have successfully figured out how to combat one of the early signs of the neurodegenerative disease.
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
Jimmy Carter made eradicating the Guinea worm a top mission of The Carter Center. Now it could soon become the second disease eradicated in history.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.