Illinois State Representative David Severin (R-Benton) joins The Morning Newswatch.

Scott Schluter is the Libertarian candidate for the 117th District. He joined Tom Miller in the studio to explain his Libertarian position, and discuss upcoming issues and events in Southern Illinois.

Carbondale City Manager Kevin Baity talks downtown development, the Carbondale Fire Station and what happens next after the firing of former police chief Jody O'Guinn.