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  • Apr 13, 2017

    Ameren Illinois residential customers will pay less for electric delivery service in 2018 under a plan filed today with the Illinois Commerce Commission. The proposal would lower monthly bills for...

  • Apr 13, 2017

    Ameren Illinois (NYSE: AEE) residential customers will pay less for electric delivery service in 2018 under a plan filed today with the Illinois Commerce Commission. The proposal would lower...

  • Mar 29, 2017

    Ameren Illinois partnered with two local agencies this week to help more than 1,100 qualified low-income customers reduce their energy bills. One-time bill payment grants of up to $150 were...

  • Mar 23, 2017
    10% down payment offer available until March 31

    Ameren Illinois residential customers who have fallen behind on their utility bill may benefit from programs and assistance being offered by the energy company. For a limited time, eligible Ameren...

  • Mar 1, 2017
    Another round of storms, strong winds cause additional damage across the service territory; knock out power lines, poles

    Ameren Illinois crews have mobilized and continue power restoration efforts in response to a line of strong winds and thunderstorms that made their way across the Ameren Illinois service territory...

  • Feb 28, 2017
    Strong winds, hail knock down power poles, lines

    A strong line of storms, including at least four reported tornadoes, made its way across the northern part of the Ameren Illinois service territory Tuesday evening causing severe damage to...

  • Feb 28, 2017
    Employees placed on alert and prepared to respond in case of severe weather

    With the threat for severe weather and a potential for high winds and tornadoes throughout much of Ameren Illinois’ service territory today and this evening, the company activated its Emergency...

  • Feb 1, 2017
    New substation, outage detection technology among enhancements to improve service reliability and reduce customer costs

    Ameren Illinois announced today that it has begun constructing a new state-of-the-art substation and installing smart technology to support commercial and residential growth in Belleville's west end.

  • Feb 1, 2017

    Ameren Illinois has provided grants totaling $57,500 to 11 food pantries in communities across central and southern Illinois over the last two months. The pantries are using the funds to replenish...

  • Jan 13, 2017
    Hundreds of Field Personnel, Contractors Ready to Battle Mother Nature’s Wrath

    Ameren Illinois has opened its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to coordinate efforts to restore power outages that may occur as a result of Winter Storm Jupiter. The complex weather system began...

  • Jan 12, 2017

    Ameren Illinois has placed employees and contractors on alert in preparation for a winter storm that is expected to impact the company's service territory this weekend. Ron Pate, senior vice...

  • Jan 5, 2017

    Following a recent briefing with City of Aledo officials, Ameren Illinois announced today that it will launch a three-year plan to enhance the electric grid and improve service reliability between...

  • Dec 20, 2016
    National study recognizes company for delivering superior service to its business customers

    Ameren Illinois is the highest ranked energy company in the Midwest for providing superior service to business customers, according to a study by a leading market research firm. In a survey of 59...

  • Dec 14, 2016

    Ameren Illinois was recognized for "Best Social Presence" and earned an Honorable Mention in the "Best Customer Communication & Service via Social Media" category of the Midwest Energy...

  • Dec 2, 2016
    Communities recognized for efforts to improve the quality of life for residents and businesses

    Ameren Illinois recently named nine communities “Progressive Cities” for 2016 for their success in implementing forward-looking initiatives to better the quality of life for both residents and...

  • Dec 1, 2016
    Senate Bill 2814

    After intense negotiations, we are pleased to report that our fight to protect the interests of downstate customers was successful. Senate Bill 2814 will enable Ameren Illinois to continue...

  • Nov 29, 2016

    Ameren Illinois Company, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE), announced today the pricing of a public offering of $240 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.15% senior secured...

  • Nov 17, 2016

    At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 16, an Ameren Illinois gas crew responded to the scene of a gas leak in which a third party contractor ruptured an underground gas service line in downtown Canton, Illinois, located approximately 40 minutes southwest of Peoria.

  • Oct 19, 2016

    Today, Ameren Illinois presented the Village of Moweaqua with the keys to a 2006 Freightliner truck the utility is donating to the Village...

  • Oct 12, 2016
    8 teams and 12 apprentices will represent the company

    Jason Novak of Marion will lead eight Ameren Illinois teams and a dozen apprentices into the International Lineman’s Rodeo – a two-day competition, Oct. 14-15, in Bonner Springs, Kansas....

  • Sep 23, 2016
    Enhancements will help customers take control of their energy usage and costs

    The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved Ameren Illinois’ plans to accelerate upgrades to its electric grid, an effort that has already resulted in more than 235,300 fewer outages and...

  • Sep 20, 2016
    Reminds farmers to be mindful of dangers in the field

    In recognition of National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 18-24, Ameren Illinois is joining with Safe Electricity to share tips on how farmers can avoid dangers when working in the field....

  • Sep 19, 2016
    Investment supports company’s efforts to build safer, more reliable energy delivery system; strengthens local economy

    Ameren Illinois President Richard Mark was joined by state and local officials, Sept. 7, in officially opening the company’s new Gas Control Center in Decatur, Illinois. The approximately 12,100...

  • Sep 13, 2016

    Ameren Illinois is providing grants to non-profit organizations who are experiencing difficulty paying their electric bill. The funds are administered through the Energy Assistance Foundation, and...

  • Aug 23, 2016
    Connecting service and managing energy usage key as academic year begins

    With students across the state resuming classes, Ameren Illinois has a few tips on setting up and managing energy service this back-to-school season. It’s easy and convenient for college...

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