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.

 

Nancy Brown and Ed Smith join Tom Miller in the studio.

 
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Congressman John Shimkus (R-Collinsville) stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss the current happenings in Congress.

 
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Republican candidate for Illinois Secretary of State John Milhiser joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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