Phil Gonet with the Illinois Coal Association joins us to discuss the organization's opposition to the EPA's proposed 'clean water' rules along with other topics.

Tom Miller speaks with Marion Mayor Bob Butler about a variety of topics pertaining to the city, including Jim Webb stepping down from the Williamson Co. 911 Board.

State Senator Gary Forby (D-Benton) joins The Morning Newswatch to discuss what the new year holds for the State of Illinois in regards to a new incoming gubernatorial administration.