Paul Schimpf is the Republican candidate for 58th Senate Seat. He joined Tom Miller in the studio to discuss certain issues the state has faced, and share his opinions on the recent bills being pushed, including the graduated tax measure.

Veterans Airport of southern Illinois Director Doug Kimmel joins The Morning Newswatch.

April is Autism Awareness Month. Dr. Stephen Kanne is the associate professor and executive director of the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri. He spoke with Tom Miller over the phone about the autism spectrum and how medical researchers are studying early detection in helping children with autism.