Marion Mayor Bob Butler speaks on WJPF about the overlooking of southern Illinois by lawmakers in Springfield and the money owed from the state of Illinois to the city of Marion for the construction and opening of the Hub Recreation Center. Butler also discusses the growth of business needed for the area and status of the Star Centre Mall.

 

Democratic candidate for Illinois' 15th Congressional District Erika Weaver joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Jackson County State's Attorney Joe Cervantez joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Tom Miller speaks with IL Comptroller Leslie Munger about what lies ahead for the state without a budget in place.

 
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