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CUB’s money-saving events in April

…Cable Options and Reducing Robocalls Join CUB for a virtual presentation on your TV options and reducing robocalls. A CUB representative will discuss ways to cut your cable costs and the different choices in the TV market. This event will take place in collaboration with Chicago Ald. Matt O’Shea. Register here. 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., Saturday, April 6: Homes of…

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CUB’s money-saving events in March

…on the library’s calendar. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 26: Cable Options and Reducing Robocalls Join CUB at the Logan Square Wintrust Bank (2814 Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60647) for an in-person presentation on your TV options and reducing robocalls. During this event, a CUB representative will discuss ways to cut your cable costs and the different choices in…

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CUB’s money-saving events in February

…options and reducing robocalls. During this event, a CUB representative will discuss ways to cut your cable costs and the different choices in the TV market. 7:00 – 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 27: Navigating Solar with CUB Join CUB at the Downers Grove Public Library (1050 Curtiss St., Downers Grove, IL 60515) for an in-person presentation on solar and the…

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CUB’s money-saving events in December

…CUB representative will discuss ways to cut your cable costs and the different choices in the TV market. Register for the Zoom meeting here. 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 5: Preparing for Solar: First Steps, Incentives, and Benefits In this virtual presentation, you’ll learn about the incentives and benefits available for clean energy and energy efficiency, through Illinois’ Climate…

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CUB’s money-saving events in November

…Home With Smart Energy Choices CUB will lead this event at Frankfurt Public Library (21119 S. Pfeiffer Rd., Frankfort, 60423), diving into ways renters and homeowners can access energy efficiency and cost-saving programs. RSVP here. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 7: Utility Bill Clinic with Lemont Public Library Join CUB at the Lemont Public Library (50 E. Wend…

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As ComEd and Ameren charge new winter rates, CUB issues statewide warning on alternative supplier rip-offs

…“price to compare” helps consumers avoid bad deals and make informed decisions about their power bills. Visit CUB’s Electric page to find fact sheets about making the best choices in the electricity market. Other tips: Read your bills. Look at the “Supply” sections of your ComEd or Ameren bill. If another company is listed there, check what supply rate you’re…

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CUB alerts Ameren, ComEd customers to new power prices

…Jim Chilsen said. “While there are exceptions, often your best bet is to stick with your utility. The most reliable way to save money on your electric bills is through energy efficiency.” Visit CUB’s Electric page to find fact sheets about making the best choices in the electricity market, including energy efficiency and other money-saving programs offered by the utilities….

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CUB review: Most municipal aggregation offers saving money, but changes on horizon

…green, or renewable energy-based, plans, which typically have a higher price. At least 27 communities offered customers both green and non-green options–in those instances CUB’s analysis used the non-green price. (Reasonably priced municipal aggregation green plans can be a legitimate option for interested consumers. At the bottom of this article we also list other choices that can help you be…

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CUB’s money-saving events in September

…will discuss ways to cut your cable costs and the different choices in the TV market. Register for the Zoom meeting here. 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 13: Home Energy Savings CUB will show you how to decode your gas and electric bills, spot errors, and take advantage of programs designed to save energy and money. This event will…

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CUB’s money-saving events in August

…costs and the different choices in the TV market. This event will take place at the Warren-Newport Public Library (224 O’Plaine Rd., Gurnee, IL 60031). Register here. 10:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 24: Chicago Mobile City Hall This event will take place at Gage Park (2411 W. 55th St., Chicago, IL 60632). Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia’s Mobile…

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