Californians could receive another round of checks from the government

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposal to send people another round of government checks, this time to help offset the record-high cost of gas, will do more than just win him political points in an election year — it could help him balance the state’s budget.

Gas prices in LA County climb another 13 cents overnight

The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County recorded its second-largest increase since July 14, 2015, on Wednesday, rising 13.3 cents, its 31st record in 33 days.