Rising diesel prices could push up costs across the U.S. economy, as many goods move by diesel-powered trucks.

Business owners say they're trying not to pass the costs on to their customers.

Diesel fuel prices surged past $5 a gallon nationwide on Tuesday, with AAA reporting the Med City average remained below that mark at $4.72.

Skagit Farmers Supply says someone stole about 500 gallons of diesel worth more than $3,000 from its Burlington fuel station, and Burlington police are investigating. The reported theft happened the

The average price for diesel hit $5 per gallon on Monday.

Several gas stations in Marysville have E-85 fuel as a cheaper alternative to regular gasoline, which is around 30 cents cheaper per gallon.

Crews spent Wednesday morning cleaning up a diesel fuel spill at a Kwik Trip in Waukesha. Firefighters responded because of an "unattended diesel nozzle." Officials estimate 50 gallons of fuel spilled onto the property.

Waukesha Fire Department clears scene, says drinking water won't be affected

Users shared the rumor weeks after the Trump administration and Israel started a war with Iran, resulting in oil prices rising to over $100 a barrel.

The largest oil market shock on record, triggered by the war in the Middle East, is set to have a greater impact on products such as jet fuel and diesel than on crude, according to Goldman Sachs Group.