Gary Williams, the Economic Development Coordinator for the City of Carbondale and Steve Mitchell with Connect SI join The Morning Newswatch to discuss the process underway to build an ultra high-speed broadband internet network in Carbondale, making Carbondale the region's first "Gigabit City."

Tom Miller sits down with Murphysboro Mayor Will Stephens to discuss new growth in Murphysboro, including new businesses, and completion of construction projects.

Congressman John Shimkus (R-Collinsville, IL-15) joins The Morning Newswatch.