Tom Miller speaks with IL State Senator Gary Forby (D-Benton) nine days ahead of an upcoming meeting between Gov. Bruce Rauner and legislative leaders regarding the budget impasse, which has entered its fifth month.

Marion Police Chief David Fitts joins The Morning Newswatch.

Carbondale Chamber of Commerce Director Les O'Dell joins us to discuss the economic impact of students returning to the area for the fall semester at SIU-C.