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.

 

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

 
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[caption id="attachment_18990" align="alignright" width="144"] State Rep.
Mike Zalewski (D)[/caption]

State Rep. Mike Zalewski (D) joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Illinois State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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