ILLINOIS GAS PRICES KEEP RISING

Gas prices in Illinois continue to climb, with the average cost for a gallon of regular unleaded reaching $4.36, according to AAA. That’s an 89-cent jump compared to just a month ago, and 16 cents higher than last Tuesday. The price hike places Illinois well above the national average, which was recorded at $4.14 per gallon. Experts attribute the surge to supply uncertainties and increased seasonal demand. Drivers across the state are feeling the pinch at the pump, with many adjusting travel plans to cope with rising fuel expenses. This trend is being closely monitored as summer approaches.