Illinois Representative Brandon Phelps visited Tom Miller in the studio today and discussed topics like the state's request for flood aid from FEMA that has been denied, as well as the impeding state budget.

State Senator Gary Forby spoke with Tom Miller about the spending plan for social services and colleges approved by state Democrats, which now sits at the desk of Governor Rauner. They also discussed Forby's earlier visit to John A. Logan college to hear their concerns about lack of budget funding.

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Director Heidi Mueller joins The Morning Newswatch.