Benton Mayor Fred Kondrtiz spoke to Leigh Caldwell of WJPF. One of the topics of discussion is the prevention of the Zika virus, and a particular recycling program that the city is implementing to reduce the numbers of mosquitos.
State Rep. Terri Bryant joins Tom Miller to discuss yesterday's override vote of the governor's budget veto.
Michael Roberts speaks with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) about a budget agreement recently made in Congress, his meeting with other Southern IL lawmakers, and his thoughts on the IL budget impasse.
Illinois State Representative Paul Jacobs joins The Morning Newswatch.
