QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are higher energy prices crunching your household budget?
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Inflation is hitting Americans hard, and that includes energy prices.
Ameren Missouri natural gas customers are about to get hit with their second rate hike in just a few months' time. Meanwhile, gas prices remain high, and a Russian invasion of Ukraine could push energy prices even higher.
Are energy prices crunching your budget? Vote in the poll below.