June temperatures are climbing fast, and if your air conditioner is already putting in serious work, your electric bill probably isn't far behind. But before you blast the thermostat any lower ...

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Both hearings drew crowds of Region residents upset over the prospect of a steeper monthly electric bill. "NIPSCO is robbing the people without a gun," Hammond resident Paul Buck told the officials.