Robert Guaderrama

New York

National Anchor at Spectrum News

National Anchor for Spectrum News / NYC-based / 2x Emmy winner / Storyteller / Mexican-American

Articles

Fast food value wars heat up

Sep 18, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Robert Guaderrama

Americans have long turned to fast food for a quick, convenient and cheap meal, but thanks to rising costs across the board, keeping their stomachs full can empty their wallets. According to a LendingTree survey, nearly 80% of Americans feel fast food has become a luxury. "Prices are crazy high," Texas resident Chris Silva told Spectrum News. "Prices have gone up and up and up and up."John Kiernan, managing editor at personal finance website WalletHub, says fast food sticker shock is the new norm.
Thruway Authority board approves toll hikes in New York

Sep 18, 2023 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Robert Guaderrama

Drivers taking the New York State Thruway will have to cough up more money in tolls starting in January. The state Thruway Authority's board of directors voted Monday to pass two 5% toll increases, one in January and again in January 2027. Leading up to the vote, the authority's leadership said the increase was necessary to cover costs to modernize the Thruway and keep it safe, and the rising costs of maintenance.
State Thruway Authority and DiNapoli spar over proposed toll increases

Apr 19, 2023 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Robert Guaderrama