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.

 

Williamson County Commissioner Jim Marlo joins Robert Thies in the studio on The Morning Newswatch

 
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Director of The Illinois Department of Public Health Dr. Ngozi Ezike joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Travis Akin of Illinois Lawsuit Abuse Watch joins Tom Miller.

 
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