Gas Prices Show Slight Uptick as U.S. Military Action Resumes

Illinois drivers are keeping a close eye on gas prices after the United States launched new military strikes against Iran on Tuesday. AAA reported the average price for regular unleaded in Illinois at $3.99 a gallon Wednesday, up from $3.975 the day before. The national average stood at $3.80, rising less than a penny over the same period. Analysts often watch Middle East tensions closely because uncertainty can affect global oil markets and, eventually, prices at the pump. For now, Illinois remains above the national average, with motorists facing the possibility of more fluctuation in the days ahead.