Illinois Quick Hits: Fuel prices tick lower, remain elevated

AAA says Illinois fuel prices ticked lower on Tuesday. The average statewide price for a gallon of regular unleaded fell to $4.67, down from $4.70 on Monday. A week earlier the average was $4.65, while a year ago it was $3.21. Diesel in Illinois averaged $6.57 per gallon, down a penny from the previous day; one year ago diesel averaged $3.70. The report also notes a related items roundup: comedian Jerry Seinfeld responded to hecklers in Chicago in a social-media video; a poll by Noble Predictive Insights found 88% of U.S. voters are concerned about the federal deficit; and Illinois’ 2026 fall trout season is set to open Saturday at 60 sites, with catch-and-release already underway at select locations.