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ropical Storm Isaac is miles and miles from Pittsburgh, but it could still affect your wallet. Don Bowers, from Superior Petroleum, says wholesale prices have already jumped as refineries along the Gulf Coast shut down.
Are you tired of rising gasoline prices? Maybe you'd be interested in a car powered by natural gas. It's cheaper than gasoline and the cars are now becoming available in our area.
Five months before the presidential election, this rating is disastrous for Obama – almost as disastrous as the lack of any results for America these past four years.
Gas prices have been going down in recent weeks. It's all good news for Memorial Day weekend drivers. "I don't think you're going to see any increases," Don Bowers, of Superior Petroleum, said. "I think if anything, you're going to see some decreases around the area."
Those who sell gasoline in the Pittsburgh area say they can't put numbers on it yet, but they do know we are using less gas.
Boiled down, the price of gas in Pittsburgh is about 40 cents a gallon more expensive than just a few miles away along the eastern border of Ohio.
Local gas prices are on their way back up. The local average is $3.89. The local wholesale price of gas took a considerable jump earlier this week.
Gasoline prices keep climbing -- the national average is now up to $3.81 a gallon -- up 30 cents in the past month and 50 cents since the start of the year. So is President Obama to blame for the latest increases and what can he do about it?
KDKA Radio's Mike Pintek was joined on NewsRadio1020 KDKA by Ben Brockwell, director of the Oil Price Information Service.
There are a lot of things to blame for the new $3.71 national average – Iran, refinery issues, speculators – but most of us don't care about the reason. We just want this upward ride to stop.
KDKA Radio's Robert Mangino talks to Political Science Professor Dr. Kent Moors From Duquesne University.
Trying to find the best prices at the pump? KDKA.com has compiled links to help out!
If you've filled up lately, you know gas prices are coming down. The local average is now $3.60 a gallon, down more than 20 cents in the past month. The national average has dropped to $3.54, but we're still paying nearly a dollar more a gallon than we were last year at this time. Those prices may be dropping, but how would you like to pay absolutely nothing for gas?
Kick the summer off right with a great Memorial Day Weekend! Whether you're traveling, hoping to get outdoors to enjoy your favorite sport or are planning a picnic, below are some helpful links to help you prepare.
With the steep prices for gasoline, drivers are always looking for ways to save a few pennies at the pump. However, some of the ways you think might be saving money may just be myths.
You have likely seen lower prices around the area as the wholesale cost of gasoline has dropped significantly in the past week. Despite the lower prices, they are still far from affordable and many people say they have had to make changes in their personal lives because of pain at the pump.
It's not a new concept, but carpooling is becoming more popular and now it's going high tech.
Gas prices have jumped 33 cents in the past month, but oil prices are going down. That means relief for drivers is coming – just not immediately.
Gas prices continue to climb as the national average closes in on $4 a gallon. It's hard to watch. As the price the rolls up, you notice just how much - or how little - gas you're getting.
Higher gas prices are hurting consumers in a lot of ways, but there's also been an impact on the price of groceries. Inflation is back and it couldn't come at a worse time.
Americans continue to feel the pain at the pump and there is undeniable degree of hopelessness with what the future may hold.
Americans are feeling historic pain at the pump, and everyone has their theories as to why this is taking place. The truth is there is a number of contributing factors.
Gas prices continue to climb upward, but there's an even bigger issue growing in Pittsburgh – a potential gas shortage.
KDKA AM's Mike Pintek spoke with Rayola Dougher, the American Petroleum Institute's Senior Policy Advisor.
With gas prices pushing $4 a gallon, a lot of people are trying to stretch their dollar at the gas pump, but some of them are trying to stretch it a little too far.
One consumer reported sustaining bruising and burn injuries.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Two men, a woman, and a juvenile were taken into custody after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
Two men, a woman, and a juvenile were taken into custody after a drug bust in Braddock earlier this week.
Pittsburgh could see high temperatures into the 80s on Saturday, but overnight, storms will move in.
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
According to a top Shapiro campaign official, the total more than doubles the previous benchmark for a Pennsylvania gubernatorial race at this stage.
President Trump said in a speech that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and that U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories."
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
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To close out the show, we're making sure you're prepared for the Pirates Home Opener on the North Shore!
Neighborhood Ford Store is giving away a Pirates-wrapped F-150 and Daisy learned how you can win it!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is joined by Pirates Executive Vice President of Sales David Burke to learn about the giveaways, theme nights, and so much more!
Mikey and David are joined by Aramark Chef Gabor to show off some of the newest eats at PNC Park this season!
We check in with KDKA-TV Meteorologist Trey Fulbright for the latest forecast ahead of the Pirates Home Opener!
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Konnor Griffin made his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, and a photo captured his family's heartwarming reaction to his first hit.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Teenager Konnor Griffin made a splash in his major league debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Fans are flocking to the North Shore to welcome home their Pittsburgh Pirates for a new season.
Baseball's top prospect answered questions about being promoted to the Pittsburgh Pirates, expectations, and his MLB debut.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
The first stop on Boone's new tour will be at PPG Paints Arena on July 7.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Newborns at a Pittsburgh-area hospital dressed up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Hannah Montana."
11 shows will be coming to Pittsburgh, including six winners of the Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Penns Manor, Plum, and West Shamokin high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
KDKA-TV Sports' Cassidy Wood and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Brian Batko talk about the sports topics of the day.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
