Tom Miller sits down with former IL Lieutenant Governor Sheila Simon to discuss her decision to run for the 58th District's Senate seat, soon to be up for grabs after State Sen. Dave Luechtefeld announced he will not seek re-election.

Congressman John Shimkus (R-Collinsville) joins The Morning Newswatch.

SIU Alumni Association's Molly Hudgins, City of Carbondale Special Event Coordinator, and Jungle Dogs members Eddie Chapa and Dan Shingle join The Morning Newswatch.