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.
Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture Jerry Costello II joins The Morning Newswatch.
Todd Goodman is the CEO of Timberline Fisheries in Marion. Timberline ships live pet food all over the world. Todd joins The Morning Newswatch to discuss how a business in Marion grows at the rate at which Timberline has grown.
SIU President Randy Dunn sits down with Tom Miller and John A. Logan College President Mike Dreith for a conversation about the future of higher education in Illinois after Gov. Bruce Rauner laid out his budget proposal.
