On Sunday Chicagoans will face another spike in their water bills after seeing rates more than double over the past 15 years. The latest increase—4 percent—comes as environmental justice groups are fighting for more water-affordability protections.  “Water is just as important as energy,” said Iyana Simba, city government affairs director at the Illinois Environmental Council. … Continue reading As Chicagoans Brace for Higher Water Bills, Groups Push for Affordability Reforms