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Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Inflation causes price surge for Illinois groceries

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State Representative Dan Caulkins (il) | Representative Dan Caulkins (R) 88th District

State Representative Dan Caulkins (il) | Representative Dan Caulkins (R) 88th District

Illinois families are facing significant increases in grocery store prices. The USDA reports that food prices rose by 25% from 2020 to 2023, with some essential items experiencing even greater hikes. As these trends continue into 2024, consumers are feeling the impact of inflation on their household budgets.

"There's no denying that Illinois families are paying outrageous prices at the grocery store," according to a recent report.

The rising costs have led many to experience what is being termed as "inflation sticker shock." This situation has prompted discussions about the financial strain on households as they navigate through these economic challenges.

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