Aaron Smith, a Republican candidate for 118th House District Representative in the June 28 Primary, joins The Morning Newswatch.

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

Tom Miller spoke with IL State Rep. Brandon Phelps (D-Harrisburg) about the current situation regarding the ongoing budget impasse in Springfield, and the efforts being undertaken to find an amicable solution.