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.

 

State Rep. and Congressional candidate Mike Bost joins us to discuss the campaign, including issues like voter turnout.

 
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Bryan Questelle, Chairman of the Southern Illinois Veterans Honor Flight joins the Morning NewsWatch.

 
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Illinois Deputy Governor Andy Manar joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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