Champaign Voices

Insurance Companies Blame Climate for Rate Hikes; Customers Blame Insurance Companies

Published: June 07, 2026

Insurers pointed to extreme weather losses as they raised premiums, a conversation that ends with everyone agreeing only that the bill is higher. What do you think?

“I'm not a hurricane and somehow I'm paying like one.”
Carol Evilsizor, Deductible Shock Absorber
“They cover everything except the thing that happens.”
Troy Pence, Roof Estimate Collector
“Raise rates quieter next time.”
April Ferryman, Claims Call Hold Music Critic