David England is the Associate Professor of Finances at John A. Logan College. He spoke with Tom Miller with some advice and tips on how to plan for retirement. They also touched on the topic of Peabody Energy's recent filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and what we can learn from it.

Tom Miller spoke with IL State Rep. Brandon Phelps (D-Harrisburg) about the current situation regarding the ongoing budget impasse in Springfield, and the efforts being undertaken to find an amicable solution.

Second Amendment right advocate Todd Vandermyde joins The Morning Newswatch.