Illinois Citizens Utility Board

John C. Griffith, CEO of American Water Works took home more than $7 million in 2025. Now, the Citizens Utility Board said its subsidiary, Illinois American Water is trying to overcharge Illinois customers by more than $50 million through a rate hike request before state regulators.

“Today consumers face an overwhelming number of options on their utility bill. Now there are energy programs to consider, solar offers, and rebates. It’s a real mixed bag,” said Moskowitz.

EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. (AP) - A consumer advocacy group has joined Illinois' top prosecutor in calling for a federal investigation of what they call…