Tom Miller speaks with IL State Rep. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) about the current budget stalemate as well as a recent vote to block a 2% pay raise for state lawmakers.

Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) joins The Morning Newswatch.

Southern Illinois Miners manager Mike Pinto joins us to talk about the new season.

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