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Utility shutoffs for nonpayment soar across Illinois and the Chicago area

Three organizations issue findings that say Illinois has the most disconnections among states that disclose that information. ComEd is part of the report’s ‘Hall of Shame.’

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 30, 2023

Yes, put Peoples Gas under the microscope. We’re ready for our close-up

The more Illinois regulators, residents and policymakers understand each part of the work we do and why we do it, the better off we’ll all be.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 29, 2023

Put ComEd, Peoples Gas rate increase requests under the microscope

Consumer advocates are calling the avalanche of rate increase requests “preposterous.” The Illinois Commerce Commission will need to work overtime to ensure consumers aren’t hit with unfair price hikes.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 23, 2023

The state should help fund CTA’s proposed Red Line extension

This extension will support the economic engine of the state, creating jobs, expanding economic development and industry, contributing to state coffers and bringing people back to Chicago and Illinois to live, work, raise families and invest.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 12, 2022

Last winter’s heating costs were bad. This year could be worse, with Chicago-area gas bills expected to spike another 30%

It may cost hundreds of dollars more to stay warm this winter in Chicago and the suburbs, with rising natural gas prices and ongoing ratepayer-funded repair work projected to raise bills by as much as 30% over last year.

Chicago Tribune · Nov 4, 2022

Turn down the dial on rising Peoples Gas costs

Many customers already are struggling to pay their bills. The cost of the pipeline replacement program has ballooned to what looks like some $11 billion by the time the project is expected to be finished in 2048, eight years behind schedule.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 3, 2022

Chicago may end natural gas hookups for new homes, businesses

The recommendation is among more than two dozen as Chicago tries to eliminate fossil fuel use.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 13, 2022

Winter isn’t here, but the heat’s already on natural-gas billpayers

Spikes in energy prices point to higher costs to heat homes, while some residents already report increases in their bills.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 5, 2022

Chicago must finish modernizing its natural gas system

Some call for the project to be stopped in view of anticipated movement to green energy sources. However, we must be realistic. An alternative energy source for the 878,000 customers in Chicago is likely decades away.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 9, 2022

Peoples Gas ofrece ayuda a clientes de bajos recursos con deudas atrasadas

Los clientes tienen hasta el martes para solicitar asistencia para pagar su balance en su totalidad.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 27, 2022