Illinois Department of Natural Resources Director Natalie Phelps Finnie joins The Morning Newswatch.

Tom Miller sits down with IL State Rep. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) about her position on the continuing budget crisis, as well as her announcement to seek re-election.

Michael Roberts speaks with Shawlyn Dungan, organizer of the Carterville Blue Line Network, about the group's efforts to improve relationships between Carterville Police, their family members, and the community.