U.S. Residential Electricity Prices Rose 5% in June
New federal data show residential electricity prices rose 5% in June from a year earlier while sales slipped 0.2%, with major gaps among states.
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Why Lower Wholesale Power Prices May Not Mean Cheaper Summer Electric Bills
Wholesale power prices are forecast to fall nationally in summer 2026, but higher retail rates and heavier air-conditioning use could raise household bills.
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Rhode Island governor directs $28 million in emergency aid ahead of winter electricity-price spike
Gov. Dan McKee signed an executive order directing $28 million in emergency relief after Rhode Island Energy announced a double-digit winter electricity-price increase.
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Utilities sought $9.2 billion in rate increases as regulators weigh who pays for grid growth
Utilities requested $9.2 billion in second-quarter rate increases as electricity prices rose, putting household costs and large-load infrastructure under review.
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Why Lower Summer Power Prices May Not Mean Lower Electric Bills
Wholesale electricity prices are forecast to fall this summer, but higher cooling use, retail rates and delivery costs could still raise household bills.
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Rhode Island orders $28 million in emergency aid as winter electricity prices rise
Gov. Dan McKee signed a July 24 executive order directing $28 million in emergency assistance intended to help protect Rhode Island households from increased winter electricity prices.
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EIA: Residential Electricity Prices Rose in 45 States Through May
Preliminary EIA data show residential electricity rates rose in 45 states and D.C. through May 2026, while household bills still depend on usage.
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Why Mesa residents should watch the SRP election and who can use the Alma School ballot drop-off today
Mesa AZ – Eligible SRP voters in Mesa can drop off ballots at the Southside Water Service Center until 7 p.m. Tuesday, but many customers cannot vote at all.