Mark Wagner is the associate professor of Anthropology at SIU, and director of the Center for Archaeological Investigations. He spoke with Tom Miller this morning about the diversity of archeological finds right here in Southern Illinois.

Illinois Municipal League Executive Director Brad Cole joins The Morning Newswatch.

Tom Miller speaks with IL State Rep. John Bradley about recent action by the House to free up funds from fuel taxes, cellphone bills, as well as video gambling, and an upcoming budget meeting between Gov. Bruce Rauner and legislative leaders.