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 Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Ilinois State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis, 118th District) joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Environmental Director for the Greater Egypt Regional Planning and Development Commission Tyler Carpenter joins The Morning Newswatch.

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