Carbondale Mayor Mike Henry joined Tom Miller in the studio to discuss lighter topics regarding the city, including the upcoming Memorial Day ceremony at Woodlawn Cemetery. Over 100 years ago, this ceremony was one of the first in the nation to honor those who had died in the Civil War.

Tom Miller speaks with IL State Rep. Brandon Phelps (D-Harrisburg) about the aftermath of Wednesday's failed attempt to override a gubernatorial veto of union-backed legislation.

IL Congressman David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills) joins Tom Miller on The Morning Newswatch to discuss recent republican support for the Madigan budget plan.