Paul Schimpf is the Republican candidate for 58th Senate Seat. He joined Tom Miller in the studio to discuss certain issues the state has faced, and share his opinions on the recent bills being pushed, including the graduated tax measure.

Political expert Dr. John Jackson, a visiting professor at Paul Simon's Public Policy Institute at SIU Carbondale and Illinois Municipal League CEO Brad Cole joins The Morning Newswatch.

Incumbent Carterville mayoral candidate Brad Robinson joins Tom Miller on The Morning Newswatch.