Former Marine and Sheriff of Williamson County now turned author, Harry Spiller, joined Tom Miller in the studio to discuss his new book in his "Murder in the Heartland" series.

Tom Miller speaks with IL State Senator Gary Forby (D-Benton) nine days ahead of an upcoming meeting between Gov. Bruce Rauner and legislative leaders regarding the budget impasse, which has entered its fifth month.

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US Congressman John Shimkus (R) joins The Morning Newswatch.