Cooling Assistance For Low-Income Families

July 17, 2012 - CBS 2 News at 5AM

The extreme heat is prompting state administrators to revive a program that helps low-income families cool their homes.

The State of Illinois has put $10 million aside in financial aid to help families in need. If your family qualifies, you have until July 27 to apply.

For more information, call the toll free Keep Cool Illinois hotline at (877) 411-9276 from 8 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, or click here.