Liz Lively, the Democratic candidate for Williamson County Clerk and current Herrin Chamber of Commerce Director, joins us to discuss her campaign.

State Rep. Brandon Phelps (D-Harrisburg) stops by The Morning Newswatch to speak about a variety of topics, including fracking, and activity in the General Assembly, including a conversation with Governor-Elect Bruce Rauner (R-Winnetka)

Illinois State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) joins The Morning Newswatch.