Annette McMichael with Southern Illinoisans Against Fracturing Our Environment (S.A.F.E.) joins us to explain the group's reaction to the new rules on hydraulic fracturing.

Region 5 Regional Hospital Coordinating Center Manager Arien Herrmann joins The Morning Newswatch.

Bob Baer and Mike Kentrianakis join Tom Miller on The Morning Newswatch to discuss preparations, safety, and what to expect during the total solar eclipse.