Janine Migden-Ostrander

Consumer groups oppose Ohio phone deregulation

Consumer groups say Ohio dereg bill would increase telephone rates. Consumer groups banded together Friday to oppose Ohio legislation that would deregulate basic landline telephone service, saying it would increase rates, weaken consumer protections and decrease service quality.
 

Consumer groups against Ohio phone deregulation

Consumer groups band together against Ohio legislation they say will increase telephone rates. Consumer groups are banding together to oppose Ohio legislation that would deregulate basic landline telephone service.
 

Ohio watchdog: Utility upgrade costs need controls

Ohio utility watchdog: Don't stick consumers with costs of phone, energy upgrades. COLUMBUS, Ohio ? Ohio's utility watchdog says she'll fight for more accountability from giant utility companies as they make the expensive conversions to green energy and extended cell phone, wireless and broadband coverage.