Nate Perez

Crude oil prices have soared to more than $105 a barrel — the first time oil has surpassed triple digits since 2014 — after Russia attacked major Ukrainian cities last night. Just over a week ago, oil was at $90 a barrel.

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Volunteers will be out through Thursday gathering information about people experiencing homelessness.

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Local demand is a factor. But with more than 100,000 Russian military personnel surrounding Ukraine's border, oil prices have remained above $90 a barrel.