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CUB Identifies Key Challenges for Utility Affordability Ahead of 2026#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#Energy_Costs#utility_bills
CUB Identifies Key Challenges for Utility Affordability Ahead of 2026
As utility costs rise, CUB of Illinois highlights key challenges for consumers, urging action to combat escalating bills and enhance affordability for everyone.
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December 13, 2025 at 1:36 AM
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Northern Illinois Gas Customers Brace for Rising Costs Amid Rate Hikes and Supply Price Surges#United_States#Illinois#Citizens_Utility_Board#Peoples_Gas#Nicor_Gas
Northern Illinois Gas Customers Brace for Rising Costs Amid Rate Hikes and Supply Price Surges
Northern Illinois gas customers face alarming increases in supply prices, with monthly costs hitting highs of 56%. Rates from major utilities are expected to rise further as advocates warn of affordability crises.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Illinois Regulators Set to Make Historic Decision on Nicor's Record Rate Hike Proposal#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#Nicor_Gas#Illinois_Commerce_Commission
Illinois Regulators Set to Make Historic Decision on Nicor's Record Rate Hike Proposal
The Illinois Commerce Commission is poised to announce its ruling on Nicor Gas' staggering rate hike. This decision impacts millions of customers facing financial strain.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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Illinois Regulators to Decide on Ameren's Significant Rate Hike Proposal Impacting Over 800,000 Customers#USA#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#Ameren_Illinois#Rate_Hike
Illinois Regulators to Decide on Ameren's Significant Rate Hike Proposal Impacting Over 800,000 Customers
The Illinois Commerce Commission is set to announce a decision on Ameren's $128.8 million rate hike proposal this Wednesday, affecting the gas bills of many customers.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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Study Reveals Illinois Residents Have Lost Over $2 Billion to Alternative Energy Suppliers#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#ComEd#Ameren
Study Reveals Illinois Residents Have Lost Over $2 Billion to Alternative Energy Suppliers
A new report highlights the financial losses suffered by Illinois residents due to alternative energy suppliers, urging for stronger consumer protections in the state.
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August 21, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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Illinois Residents Rally Against Nicor Gas's Unprecedented Rate Hike Proposal at State Forum#United_States#Citizens_Utility_Board#AARP_Illinois#Elgin#Nicor_Gas
Illinois Residents Rally Against Nicor Gas's Unprecedented Rate Hike Proposal at State Forum
Residents are set to voice concerns about Nicor Gas's largest proposed rate increase in Illinois history during a public forum tonight in Elgin.
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August 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Record Capacity Price Spike Raises Concerns Over ComEd Bills for 2026-27#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#ComEd_Capacity_Prices#Illinois_Energy_Reform
Record Capacity Price Spike Raises Concerns Over ComEd Bills for 2026-27
Following alarming capacity price spikes, advocates urge reform in energy policy to protect consumers from escalating ComEd bills in upcoming years.
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July 22, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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Citizens Utility Board Responds to Federal Budget Bill's Impact on Energy Costs#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#Energy_Costs#budget_bill
Citizens Utility Board Responds to Federal Budget Bill's Impact on Energy Costs
The passing of the budget bill signifies increased energy costs for consumers. CUB emphasizes the need for stronger consumer advocacy and legislation.
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July 3, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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Citizen Advocates Challenge Federal Rate Hike for 'Zombie Power Plant' Amid Cost Concerns#Citizens_Utility_Board#CUB#なし#Eddystone_Generating_Station
Citizen Advocates Challenge Federal Rate Hike for 'Zombie Power Plant' Amid Cost Concerns
Consumer advocates, led by the Citizens Utility Board, are contesting a federal order which could lead to higher electric bills due to the continued operation of an outdated power plant in Pennsylvania.
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July 1, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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Public Forum in Joliet Brings Together Nicor Gas Customers to Protest Record Rate Hike#United_States#Citizens_Utility_Board#AARP_Illinois#Nicor_Gas#Joliet
Public Forum in Joliet Brings Together Nicor Gas Customers to Protest Record Rate Hike
A public forum in Joliet will allow frustrated Nicor Gas customers to express their concerns over a proposed record rate hike in Illinois. This event aims to showcase the community's dissatisfaction with utility increases.
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June 9, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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CUB Urges Ameren to Assist Customers Amid 50% Power Price Increase#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#Ameren_Illinois#Energy_Assistance
CUB Urges Ameren to Assist Customers Amid 50% Power Price Increase
As Ameren Illinois faces a 50% price hike, the Citizens Utility Board calls on the utility to support struggling customers this summer.
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June 4, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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Citizens Utility Board Alerts Ameren Customers About Imminent Electricity Price Hike#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#Ameren_Illinois#electricity_price
Citizens Utility Board Alerts Ameren Customers About Imminent Electricity Price Hike
The Citizens Utility Board has issued a warning to Ameren customers about a projected 50% increase in summer electricity prices starting June 1. This article outlines the implications and tips for customers to navigate the higher costs effectively.
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May 22, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Illinois Customers May Face Higher Electricity Bills Starting June 1, 2025, Warns CUB#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#ComEd#Climate_Jobs_Act
Illinois Customers May Face Higher Electricity Bills Starting June 1, 2025, Warns CUB
Starting June 1, electricity prices in Illinois are projected to rise significantly, prompting the Citizens Utility Board to issue urgent consumer advice on managing costs effectively.
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May 20, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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Consumer Advocacy Groups Protest Ameren's Major Rate Hike Request Amid Record Profits#United_States#Chicago#Citizens_Utility_Board#Ameren_Illinois#Environmental_Defense_Fund
Consumer Advocacy Groups Protest Ameren's Major Rate Hike Request Amid Record Profits
Consumer advocacy organizations are pushing back against Ameren Illinois' proposal for a significant gas rate hike, claiming it's unjustified given the utility's soaring profits.
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May 16, 2025 at 5:13 PM
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Citizens Utility Board Opposes Nicor Gas's Record $308 Million Rate Hike Request#United_States#Chicago#Illinois#Citizens_Utility_Board#Nicor_Gas
Citizens Utility Board Opposes Nicor Gas's Record $308 Million Rate Hike Request
The Citizens Utility Board condemns Nicor Gas's substantial $308 million rate hike proposal, arguing it unjustly burdens customers amidst financial hardships.
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January 7, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Illinois American Water Rate Increase Approved Amidst Consumer Concerns and Call for Reform#United_States#Chicago#Illinois_American_Water#Citizens_Utility_Board#AARP_Illinois
Illinois American Water Rate Increase Approved Amidst Consumer Concerns and Call for Reform
The Illinois Commerce Commission approved a staggering $110 million rate increase for Illinois American Water, prompting calls for legislative reform by concerned consumer advocates.
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December 6, 2024 at 3:57 PM