Michael Roberts speaks with Marsha Griffin, a Jonesboro school teacher who recently announced her intent to seek election to the 115th District in the IL House.

Jim Chilsen, Communications Director for the Citizens Utility Board, speaks with Tom Miller about the rate hike proposed by Ameren which would go toward their "smart grid" technology. Chilsen says while the technology is beneficial for IL consumers, the rate hike is simply too high.

Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department's Carrie Eldridge joins The Morning Newswatch.