Retired Republican Congressman John Shimkus joins The Morning Newswatch.

Tom Miller sits down with IL State Rep. Brandon Phelps (D-Harrisburg) to discuss progress on a bill co-sponsored by State Rep. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) which would re-open the Hardin Co. Work Camp.

Tom Miller speaks with IL State Senator Gary Forby (D-Benton) about today's overtime session of the General Assembly.