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Gas prices have seen a slight improvement in recent days.
The average for a gallon of regular gasoline is slightly lower this week in California, at $4.80, down five cents since last week.
A substantial 61-cent drop from the $5.41 per gallon average Californians were seeing this time last year.
Although the national average of $3.17 is slightly up from last week and 5 cents higher than last month, it’s still well below what drivers were paying this year over year.
“An increase in demand — as the weather gets nicer and more people get out and about — is pushing prices up slightly,” said Doug Johnson with AAA Northern California. “The price of crude oil is also on the lower side at $62 a barrel, compared to $82 a barrel, which is what it cost one year ago.”
According to new data from the Energy Information Administration, or EIA, gasoline demand increased from 8.46 million b/d last week to 9.41.
Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 234.0 million barrels to 229.5. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 10.1 million barrels per day.
Fuel prices around the state:
• Lake County: $4.78 (average).
• San Francisco: $4.98.
• Oakland: $4.91.
• San Jose: $4.89.
• Sacramento: $4.83.
• Fresno: $4.77.
• Stockton: $4.70.
Oil market dynamics
At the close of Wednesday’s formal trading session, WTI fell $1.40 to settle at $62.27 a barrel.
The EIA reports that crude oil inventories increased by 0.2 million barrels from the previous week.
At 443.1 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 5% below the five-year average for this time of year.
EV charging
The national average per kilowatt hour of electricity at a public EV charging station stayed the same this past week at 34 cents. In California it's 35 cents.
State stats
Gas
The nation’s top 10 most expensive gasoline markets are California ($4.80), Hawaii ($4.51), Washington ($4.28), Oregon ($3.92), Nevada ($3.87), Alaska ($3.64), Illinois ($3.42), Arizona ($3.37), Pennsylvania ($3.35), and Idaho ($3.32).
The nation's top 10 least expensive gasoline markets are Mississippi ($2.68), Oklahoma ($2.71), Texas ($2.74), Louisiana ($2.75), Alabama ($2.78), Tennessee ($2.79), South Carolina ($2.80), Arkansas ($2.80), Kentucky ($2.83), and Kansas ($2.83).
Electric
The nation’s top 10 most expensive states for public charging per kilowatt hour are Hawaii (55 cents), Alaska (47 cents), West Virginia (47 cents), Montana (45 cents), South Carolina (44 cents), Tennessee (43 cents), Kentucky (42 cents), Idaho (42 cents), Louisiana (41 cents), and Georgia (40 cents).
The nation’s top 10 least expensive states for public charging per kilowatt hour are Kansas (22 cents), Missouri (25 cents), Iowa (27 cents), Delaware (28 cents), Nebraska (28 cents), Utah (29 cents), Texas (30 cents), Maryland (30 cents), Vermont (31 cents), and North Carolina (31 cents).
Find current fuel prices at https://gasprices.aaa.com/.
The average for a gallon of regular gasoline is slightly lower this week in California, at $4.80, down five cents since last week.
A substantial 61-cent drop from the $5.41 per gallon average Californians were seeing this time last year.
Although the national average of $3.17 is slightly up from last week and 5 cents higher than last month, it’s still well below what drivers were paying this year over year.
“An increase in demand — as the weather gets nicer and more people get out and about — is pushing prices up slightly,” said Doug Johnson with AAA Northern California. “The price of crude oil is also on the lower side at $62 a barrel, compared to $82 a barrel, which is what it cost one year ago.”
According to new data from the Energy Information Administration, or EIA, gasoline demand increased from 8.46 million b/d last week to 9.41.
Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 234.0 million barrels to 229.5. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 10.1 million barrels per day.
Fuel prices around the state:
• Lake County: $4.78 (average).
• San Francisco: $4.98.
• Oakland: $4.91.
• San Jose: $4.89.
• Sacramento: $4.83.
• Fresno: $4.77.
• Stockton: $4.70.
Oil market dynamics
At the close of Wednesday’s formal trading session, WTI fell $1.40 to settle at $62.27 a barrel.
The EIA reports that crude oil inventories increased by 0.2 million barrels from the previous week.
At 443.1 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 5% below the five-year average for this time of year.
EV charging
The national average per kilowatt hour of electricity at a public EV charging station stayed the same this past week at 34 cents. In California it's 35 cents.
State stats
Gas
The nation’s top 10 most expensive gasoline markets are California ($4.80), Hawaii ($4.51), Washington ($4.28), Oregon ($3.92), Nevada ($3.87), Alaska ($3.64), Illinois ($3.42), Arizona ($3.37), Pennsylvania ($3.35), and Idaho ($3.32).
The nation's top 10 least expensive gasoline markets are Mississippi ($2.68), Oklahoma ($2.71), Texas ($2.74), Louisiana ($2.75), Alabama ($2.78), Tennessee ($2.79), South Carolina ($2.80), Arkansas ($2.80), Kentucky ($2.83), and Kansas ($2.83).
Electric
The nation’s top 10 most expensive states for public charging per kilowatt hour are Hawaii (55 cents), Alaska (47 cents), West Virginia (47 cents), Montana (45 cents), South Carolina (44 cents), Tennessee (43 cents), Kentucky (42 cents), Idaho (42 cents), Louisiana (41 cents), and Georgia (40 cents).
The nation’s top 10 least expensive states for public charging per kilowatt hour are Kansas (22 cents), Missouri (25 cents), Iowa (27 cents), Delaware (28 cents), Nebraska (28 cents), Utah (29 cents), Texas (30 cents), Maryland (30 cents), Vermont (31 cents), and North Carolina (31 cents).
Find current fuel prices at https://gasprices.aaa.com/.
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UPPER LAKE, Calif. – The Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake has made a significant donation to assist with funding for an upcoming spay and neuter clinic.
The tribe said it has donated Pet Fix - Lake County, a partnership between The SPCA of Lake County, Dogwood Animal Rescue Project and Clearlake Animal Association.
Habematolel’s donation includes $4,000 to fund a feral cat clinic and $18,500 to support half the cost of the upcoming three-day "Pet Fix - Lake County" spay and neuter clinic scheduled for June 13 to 15.
The tribe’s support will allow the SPCA to spay and neuter approximately 200 owned cats and dogs over the three-day weekend, while also supporting a dedicated clinic for unowned, feral cats in the community.
In addition to spay and neuter services, pets will receive vaccinations to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
“This donation reflects our tribe’s deep commitment to supporting the health and well-being of all members of our community,” said Chairperson Danielle Cirelli of the Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake. “We’re especially grateful to Tara Downey for bringing this need to our attention. Her advocacy and support for tribes and for Lake County is inspiring, and this collaboration is a strong example of how intergovernmental relationships can make a positive impact.”
Tara Downey, a Clearlake city councilmember and member of the Mechoopda Indian Tribe, has been instrumental in building cooperative bridges between the city of Clearlake and the tribe. Her outreach on this issue exemplifies the kind of partnership HPUL seeks to foster throughout the region.
“There is an ongoing overpopulation crisis of cats and dogs in Lake County,” said Fawn Williams, treasurer of the SPCA and a veterinary assistant for the clinic. “Many residents simply cannot afford to spay or neuter their pets, and this incredible gift from the Tribe will provide so many benefits to our Lake County neighbors. Beyond controlling the pet population, this donation is going to decrease the spread of disease, prevent suffering, and improve the lives of animals and humans alike.”
The SPCA of Lake County is a nonprofit dedicated to providing high-volume, low-cost spay and neuter services. Their work is essential in addressing the growing number of stray and unowned animals in the area.
By spaying and neutering feral cat colonies, the SPCA helps stabilize and eventually reduce colony populations, curbing the spread of disease and preventing injuries among animals.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The annual burn ban in Lake County starts on Thursday, May 1, to address concerns over both fire hazard and air quality.
The burn restriction applies to all areas in Lake County.
All burn permits expire on April 30.
The burn ban includes all open green waste burning, though exemptions are possible for agricultural operations, essential control burns for fire hazard reduction projects and public safety burns.
The annual burn ban was first implemented in 1986 in response to weather conditions that often create extreme fire danger and poor air quality.
A managed approach incorporating fire and air agency concerns has been implemented and improved upon for many years.
The ban allows a quick fire agency response to all fires observed from May 1 on, as all fires are assumed to be uncontrolled unless specifically authorized by an exemption permit and have been cleared for fire safety.
This successful program is one of the primary reasons Lake County has superior and healthful air quality.
The requirements to obtain an exemption permit to burn after May 1 can be found at www.lcaqmd.net. Please email a complete exemption request form toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for consideration.
Burning during the ban without an exemption permit is a violation and may be subject to citation, fines, and suppression costs to extinguish the fire.
“Please help us reduce the danger and losses caused by uncontrolled fires, and protect our clean air,” the Lake County Air Quality Management District said in a Wednesday statement. “Public cooperation is greatly appreciated and results in a safer and more healthful environment for us all.”
The burn restriction applies to all areas in Lake County.
All burn permits expire on April 30.
The burn ban includes all open green waste burning, though exemptions are possible for agricultural operations, essential control burns for fire hazard reduction projects and public safety burns.
The annual burn ban was first implemented in 1986 in response to weather conditions that often create extreme fire danger and poor air quality.
A managed approach incorporating fire and air agency concerns has been implemented and improved upon for many years.
The ban allows a quick fire agency response to all fires observed from May 1 on, as all fires are assumed to be uncontrolled unless specifically authorized by an exemption permit and have been cleared for fire safety.
This successful program is one of the primary reasons Lake County has superior and healthful air quality.
The requirements to obtain an exemption permit to burn after May 1 can be found at www.lcaqmd.net. Please email a complete exemption request form to
Burning during the ban without an exemption permit is a violation and may be subject to citation, fines, and suppression costs to extinguish the fire.
“Please help us reduce the danger and losses caused by uncontrolled fires, and protect our clean air,” the Lake County Air Quality Management District said in a Wednesday statement. “Public cooperation is greatly appreciated and results in a safer and more healthful environment for us all.”
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Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced that California has officially overtaken Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, according to newly released data from the International Monetary Fund and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
“California isn’t just keeping pace with the world — we’re setting the pace,” said Newsom. “Our economy is thriving because we invest in people, prioritize sustainability, and believe in the power of innovation. And, while we celebrate this success, we recognize that our progress is threatened by the reckless tariff policies of the current federal administration. California’s economy powers the nation, and it must be protected.”
According to the International Monetary Fund’s 2024 World Economic Outlook data released Tuesday and U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis data, California’s nominal GDP reached $4.1 trillion, surpassing Japan’s $4.02 trillion, and placing California behind only the United States, China, and Germany in global rankings.
California’s GDP figure is based on the latest state-level GDP data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Outperforming the nation
California’s economy is growing at a faster rate than the world’s top three economies. In 2024, California's growth rate of 6% outpaced the top three economies: U.S. (5.3%), China (2.6%) and Germany (2.9%).
California's success is long-term — the state’s economy grew strongly over the last four years, with an average nominal GDP growth of 7.5% from 2021 to 2024. Preliminary data indicates India is projected to surpass California by 2026.
California is the backbone of the nation’s economy
With an increasing state population and recent record-high tourism spending, California is the nation’s top state for new business starts, access to venture capital funding, and manufacturing, high-tech, and agriculture.
The state drives national economic growth and also sends over $83 billion more to the federal government than it receives in federal funding.
California is the leading agricultural producer in the country and is also the center for manufacturing output in the United States, with over 36,000 manufacturing firms employing over 1.1 million Californians.
The Golden State’s manufacturing firms have created new industries and supplied the world with manufactured goods spanning aerospace, computers and electronics, and, most recently, zero-emission vehicles.
Protecting California’s economy
Governor Gavin Newsom is protecting California’s economy, and last week filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging the president’s use of emergency powers to enact broad-sweeping tariffs that hurt states, consumers, and businesses.
The lawsuit seeks to end President Trump’s tariff chaos, which has wreaked havoc on the economy, destabilized the stock and bond markets, caused hundreds of billions of dollars in losses, and inflicted higher costs for consumers and businesses.
These harms will only continue to grow, as President Trump’s tariffs are projected to shrink the U.S. economy by $100 billion annually.
“California isn’t just keeping pace with the world — we’re setting the pace,” said Newsom. “Our economy is thriving because we invest in people, prioritize sustainability, and believe in the power of innovation. And, while we celebrate this success, we recognize that our progress is threatened by the reckless tariff policies of the current federal administration. California’s economy powers the nation, and it must be protected.”
According to the International Monetary Fund’s 2024 World Economic Outlook data released Tuesday and U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis data, California’s nominal GDP reached $4.1 trillion, surpassing Japan’s $4.02 trillion, and placing California behind only the United States, China, and Germany in global rankings.
California’s GDP figure is based on the latest state-level GDP data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Outperforming the nation
California’s economy is growing at a faster rate than the world’s top three economies. In 2024, California's growth rate of 6% outpaced the top three economies: U.S. (5.3%), China (2.6%) and Germany (2.9%).
California's success is long-term — the state’s economy grew strongly over the last four years, with an average nominal GDP growth of 7.5% from 2021 to 2024. Preliminary data indicates India is projected to surpass California by 2026.
California is the backbone of the nation’s economy
With an increasing state population and recent record-high tourism spending, California is the nation’s top state for new business starts, access to venture capital funding, and manufacturing, high-tech, and agriculture.
The state drives national economic growth and also sends over $83 billion more to the federal government than it receives in federal funding.
California is the leading agricultural producer in the country and is also the center for manufacturing output in the United States, with over 36,000 manufacturing firms employing over 1.1 million Californians.
The Golden State’s manufacturing firms have created new industries and supplied the world with manufactured goods spanning aerospace, computers and electronics, and, most recently, zero-emission vehicles.
Protecting California’s economy
Governor Gavin Newsom is protecting California’s economy, and last week filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging the president’s use of emergency powers to enact broad-sweeping tariffs that hurt states, consumers, and businesses.
The lawsuit seeks to end President Trump’s tariff chaos, which has wreaked havoc on the economy, destabilized the stock and bond markets, caused hundreds of billions of dollars in losses, and inflicted higher costs for consumers and businesses.
These harms will only continue to grow, as President Trump’s tariffs are projected to shrink the U.S. economy by $100 billion annually.
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- Written by: LAKE COUNTY NEWS REPORTS