State Representative Brandon Phelps represents the 118th District in Illinois. He spoke with Tom Miller this morning about the legislation he's pushing in Springfield regarding back-pay for state workers and AFSCME.

Jacob resident Roger Twenhafel has donated his time and skills to Operation BBQ Relief, a volunteer group helping those affected by natural disasters. Roger joins The Morning Newswatch to talk about his experiences helping victims of the Gulf Coast Hurricanes.

Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) joins The Morning Newswatch.