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Did a Conan O'Brien Skit Expose the Mainstream News Media "You Don't Need Us to Tell You Gas Prices are On the Rise" [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 22:01:34 +0000

A skit aired on Conan O’Brien’s late night show revealed something either amusingly funny or potentially scary. Watch the video first, then meet me back below and we’ll discuss it. So obviously the gag is that each of these newsreaders used the exact same phrase, “You don’t need us to tell you that gas prices are on the rise.” [...]

California Gas Prices Are Record-Breaking

Trudy — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:10:41 +0000

Gas prices aren’t low here in Central New York but next time you groan when filling up the tank, be glad you’re not living in California. The Golden State has the highest gas prices in the country. As of last Sunday, the average price for gas in California was $4.65 for a gallon of [...]

Why Are Gas Prices Up Recently? 9/11 Price Update [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 22:00:15 +0000

The team at Saratoga Springs-based Stewart’s Shops has given an update on why gas prices have risen recently. I’ve noticed prices in the area approaching $4.00/gallon again. The reasons cited by Stewart’s: Refinery Explosion in Venezuela Gulf production disruption due to Isaac Switchover from summer to winter gasoline

Lower Oil Prices Could Lead to Lower Gas Prices

Mark Richards — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:08:12 +0000

As heard on the most music morning show during your information update, Kristine Bellino gave us the good news that future lower oil prices could lead to lower prices at the pump. getty images An OPEC forecast for the next year might be good news for motorists in the U.S. The organization predicts a drop [...]

Utica – Rome Gas Prices Highest in New York State

Eric Meier — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:38:47 +0000

Outraged at the price at the gas pump? Maybe you have reason to be, the Utica-Rome area is paying the highest gas prices in New York State. AAA in Utica tells WIBX Drivers in the Utica-Rome area are paying the highest price for a gallon of gas in the state. AAA’s Ed Welsh says while [...]

Some Experts Think Gas Prices Have Peaked

Mark Richards — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:48:31 +0000

We're paying over $4 a gallon for gas here in Utica but the good news is that the price is a penny cheaper than where the national average for a gallon of regular stood last week, according to the AAA.

Indeed, there are signs that the run-up at the gas pump has or will soon reach its peak. Those who think the numbers could soon start falling point to factors such as the weak European economy, the American recovery and signals from the Iranian government it may be willing to compromise on its controversial nuclear program. And did you know you could win $100 in free gas from Lite 98.7 tomorrow? Enter to win right now.

Gas Prices Top $7 Per Gallon on California's Catalina Island

Eric Meier — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:48:22 +0000

We think we’ve found the highest gas prices in the nation, California’s Catalina Island, about 25 off the coast of Los Angeles. Regular unleaded gasoline has topped $7.00 per gallon. Everything on the secluded resort island is brought in by barge, and that includes gasoline. While national fuel prices average just over 3.90 and California’s average is nearly 4.30, Catalina’s prices are [...]

Who Do You Blame for Rising Gas Prices? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:28:01 +0000

As gas approaches an average of $4.00 a gallon, the public isn’t happy with the way President Obama is dealing with the issue. According to a recent survey from Reuters/Ipsos, 68 percent disapprove of the way the president is handling gas prices, whereas only 24 percent give him the thumbs up. However, that doesn’t mean [...]

Will Uninsured Drivers Still Be Able to Buy Gas?

Shauna Wright — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:01:58 +0000

Uninsured driving is a serious matter in the eyes of the government, but perhaps none more so than for UK officials. In fact, some government authorities from across the pond would like to prohibit gas stations from letting those people fill up their tanks.

High Gas Prices Mean More Americans Use Public Transportation — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:01:05 +0000

While public transportation was the primary way Americans got around in the 1940s, the boom in car ownership eventually meant fewer people on subways and buses.

But thanks to high gas prices and an improving economy, that seems to be changing.

15 Clever Ways to Save Money on Gas

Kathy Landin — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 14:51:46 +0000

Turmoil in the Middle East is nothing new. Gas prices going up is nothing new. What is new is the possibility that we could be looking at prices at the pump lurking in the neighborhood of $5 a gallon by the summer. And that’s painful.

How Much Is Too Much to Pay for Gas? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:36:14 +0000

With the average price of gas approaching four dollars a gallon, the question becomes whether Americans are going to start to seriously changing their current driving habits and vacation plans, in light of this hike. Poll Position asked 1,142 adults at what price per gallon they will start to change their behavior. Forty-nine percent said that four bucks is, [...]

Gas Prices Rise Live On Air On 'ABC World News' [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14:03:48 +0000

Anchor Diane Sawyer and corespondent Cecelia Vega react with shock as gas prices jump 10 cents at a station in Los Angles in the span of a 2 minute news story. See the video after the jump. From ABC World News video platformvideo managementvideo solutionsvideo player

Gas Prices Closer To $4.00 A Gallon

Dave Wheeler — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:33:54 +0000

Gas prices are inching closer and closer to the $4.00 a gallon mark. Are you ready for it to get even higher? WIBX is reporting: “According to AAA’s Ed Welsh, the average price in the Utica-Rome market is $3.83 a gallon, an increase of 18-cents from a month ago. Welsh reports that nationally, prices are [...]

Just How High Will Gas Prices Go in 2012? – Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:08:16 +0000

Remember the summer of 2008 when the highest gas prices on record occurred and the price for a gallon of fuel hit $4.11?

Hate to break this to yah, but a warm winter and tensions in the Middle East have some analysts predicting current prices will top $4 by this spring — and could even climb as high as $6.50.

Gas Prices Will Continue To Rise In Utica

Dave Wheeler — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:43:38 +0000

Have you ever noticed that gas is more expensive in Utica than in Syracuse? How about, did you notice gas in Utica is more expensive than in Albany? Well it’s only getting higher. WIBX is reporting that gas prices will continue to climb at the pump. AAA’s Ed Welsh says the average price in the [...]

Gas Prices Could Hit Record High This Year — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:35:16 +0000

If it seems like it’s costing more and more to fill up your gas tank, it’s not just your imagination.

On average, a gallon of fuel costs 22 cents more than it did at this time last year. Worse yet, experts think it’ll climb higher still.

Gas Prices Are Still Dropping

Mark Richards — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:15:07 +0000

Good news Central NY travelers, gas prices in the U.S. fell more than 5 cents over the past two weeks as crude oil prices continue to drop, according to the latest data from the Lundberg Survey. That means gas prices have dropping a total of 24 cents a gallon over the past six weeks. The [...]

Gas Prices Hit $4 In Hawaii, San Francisco

Eric Meier — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 22:28:54 +0000

Hawaii has become the first state in the Union to have its statewide average for a gallon of regular gas top $4. That frightening watermark has also hit San Francisco, although California’s statewide average is still in the high $3 range. The photo you see was taken earlier today (Wednesday March 16) in San Fran. From [...]

Are You Trying To Save Money On Gas?

Mark Richards — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:45:48 +0000

As heard on the most music morning show this morning, your efforts may be for naught. According to yahoo.com, you may be getting some bad advice. GAS SAVING TIPS THAT DON’T ACTUALLY WORK (Yahoo.com) 1. Turning Off the AC Air conditioning in your home does a number on your electric bill, so it must drain [...]