Bryan McDaniel with the Citizens Utility Board joins The Morning Newswatch to discuss the rate hikes currently being undertaken by Ameren Illinois and Commonwealth Edison.

Carbondale Mayor Mike Henry joins The Morning Newswatch.

[caption id="attachment_19585" align="alignright" width="300"] Preston Nelson[/caption]

Preston Nelson, a libertarian running as a republican in the 12th congressional district primary, joins The Morning Newswatch.