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The Illinois Commerce Commission is currently considering a proposal from Nicor that would raise customers’ water rates by $316 million. If approved, this would be the largest gas hike in history and customer rates are expected to rise by more than $90 a year.
9 communities across Illinois are getting a boost in their work to become more livable for residents of all ages.
This crucial series will equip you with a solid understanding of how fraudsters operate, helping you identify and avoid suspicious communications before they can do any harm.
A blog by AARP Illinois volunteer Gail, sharing thoughts on volunteerism, caregiving, grandparenting, and other timely topics relevant to the 50+.
Enter below for a chance to win a seat at Football After Dark with Chicago Bears Wide Receiver DJ Moore
Peoples Gas is at it again, prioritizing company profits over customers. Tell them enough is enough.
In this election, as never before, the importance of voting is clear.
AARP presents: Luminous Life! A very special event coming to Chicago on November 16th! Dr. Carol Adams Hosts this exclusive event that you do not want to miss out om! Join us and local experts to learn more about taking care of your crown and information to help with your health and wealth. All Queens are welcome to this pop-up experience, we cannot wait to see you there!
This virtual performance by the Ukulele Moonshiners promises to be a lively exploration of ukulele songs and the instrument’s unique sound.
Eight Illinois entities received 2024 AARP Community Challenge grants, totaling just over $60,000. The grants fund projects aimed at improving public spaces, housing, transit and civic engagement, among other goals. Nationally, AARP awarded $3.8 million in grants for 343 projects this year.
AARP is hosting two great events to celebrate our Veterans! Both events are virtual and will be livestreamed on November 11th! The first event is a Veterans Salute by the ByGone Gals from 1-2:30PM. Then for our second event, The Military History Event will go live from 6-7PM. We look forward to seeing you all there as we honor our Veterans on this special day!
The Chicago Architecture Center has a new exhibit focusing on downtown livability, "Loop as Lab". AARP Illinois has Co sponsored this exhibit, and a 10% discount on center admission is now available to members. Use the discount code LOOPLAB24 for in-person purchase at the Center or online at https://www.architecture.org/visit-the-center/buy-center-tickets. Exhibit open NOW thru Dec 31.
Join AARP on October 24th at 9AM for a discussion about respiratory vaccines! Here Doctors Ige and Vohra will share insights and offer resources and information. We look forward to seeing you all there at Tele Town Hall!
Illinois residents can schedule new COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.
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