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.

 

Congressman Mike Bost (R, IL-12) joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Illinois State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Howard Baxter,  Democratic candidate for Perry County Sheriff, joins the Morning Newswatch

 
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