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.

SIH Pediatrician Tamara Buckles joins The Morning Newswatch....
Carbondale Mayor Mike Henry joins Tom Miller on the Morning Newswatch....
Michael Roberts sits down with SIU President Randy Dunn to discuss a new 5% increase in tuition for new students, various fee increases approved by the Board of Trustees, and the controversy surrounding Gov. Bruce Rauner’s upcoming...