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Insurance bill combining homeowners and auto regulation passes House, awaits Senate action
3+ week, 4+ day ago (630+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CNI) - A bill that would give the Illinois Department of Insurance authority to review and approve rates for both homeowners and automobile coverage is advancing in the General Assembly. Those two proposals, which started as separate pieces of legislation,…...
Bill to regulate homeowners insurance rates could reemerge this session
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (957+ words) SPRINGFIELD (Capitol News Illinois) " Illinois lawmakers are poised to make a second attempt at passing a bill that would give state regulators more authority to control the rising cost of homeowners insurance. Gov. JB Pritzker called for the legislation last…...
Don't overlook these discounts that can lower homeowners insurance premiums
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (188+ words) DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Whether you're currently in the market for homeowners insurance or you already have a policy in effect, you know that it's a necessity--for both peace of mind and to fulfill mortgage lending requirements. But when it…...
How to protect yourself against storm-damage scams
2+ week, 1+ day ago (66+ words) KWQC How to protect yourself against storm-damage scams Previewing the Illinois vs. UConn Final Four game Illinois defense propels Fighting Illini to Final Four matchup with UConn Illini fans show out for Illinois practice ahead of Final Four game Sterling…...
Insurance rate guidance bill passes in IL State House
3+ week, 4+ day ago (37+ words) KWQC Insurance rate guidance bill passes in IL State House Bix 7 official, sponsors host press conference (Part 1) Knox County man arrested, charged with predatory criminal sexual assault...
Staying safe during floods
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (26+ words) KWQC Staying safe during floods 2 dead after car hit concrete, Sheriff says Officials: Pedestrian struck, killed in Scott County motor vehicle crash...
Rain in the forecast: How to prevent basement flooding before storms move in
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (485+ words) DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - With showers in the forecast following a dry stretch, local restoration experts said now is the time for homeowners to make sure their basements are protected. Even though widespread flooding is not expected, rain can expose underlying…...
Iowa Climate Statement focuses on rising cost of insurance due to warming climate
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (53+ words) The scientists discussed how the effects of climate change have impacted different states and rising insurance costs in those areas. Iowa Climate Statement focuses on rising cost of insurance due to warming climate Moline brings back "Meals for the Holidays…...
Iowa scientists: climate change driving up cost of insurance
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (626+ words) Iowa (ICD) - Scientists from universities across Iowa urge a shift to more renewable energy sources and updated building standards to cope with insurance premiums that are mounting due to a changing climate. Nearly 180 researchers and educators signed the 2025 Iowa Climate Statement,…...
Illinois lawmakers considering changes to insurance regulation
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (71+ words) Illinois lawmakers are considering changes to insurance regulation after a major company jumped their rates by 27%. Illinois lawmakers considering changes to insurance regulation One Eighty stability housing program adds 2 new housing options Mercer County teachers" union and district reach agreement,…...