Tom Miller sits down with IL State Rep. Brandon Phelps (D-Harrisburg) to discuss progress on a bill co-sponsored by State Rep. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) which would re-open the Hardin Co. Work Camp.

Mariah Hayes is the executive director of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Franklin County. She spoke with Leigh Caldwell of WJPF about CASA, the organization that supports abused and neglected children.

Doctor Jeff Ripperda joins The Morning Newswatch.