David Yepsen, Director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at SIU sits down with Tom Miller to discuss a recent poll conducted by the Simon Institute where Southern Illinoisans were asked about their thoughts on lawmakers, as well as the direction of the country, the state, and their community.

 

Tom Miller speaks with Katie Drews, Investigator for the Better Government Association about how much it would cost to fix all the problems currently in IL State Parks. The number might surprise you.

 
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Illinois State Representative David Severin (R-Benton) joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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State Representative-Elect Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) joins The Morning Newswatch to discuss what she has been learning as she prepares to be sworn into office.

 
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