PM Springfield with Patrick Pfingsten (formerly known as Springfield's Morning News) dives deep into the stories shaping Springfield and beyond.  With sharp analysis, candid commentary, and a steady stream of interviews with lawmakers, insiders, and newsmakers, this show is your essential guide to the political pulse of the Prairie State.

Focus in on the interviews you want to hear with the PM Springfield Interviews podcast.

Patrick Pfingsten talks with Springfield’s key newsmakers weekdays on  97.7 FM and 970 AM WMAY weekdays 3pm - 6pm with a repeat of hour one from 6p - 7pm. 

For more news anytime visit wmay.com

PM Springfield with Patrick Pfingsten (formerly known as Springfield's Morning News) dives deep into the stories shaping Springfield and beyond.&nbsp; With sharp analysis, candid commentary, and a steady stream of interviews with lawmakers, insiders, and newsmakers, this show is your essential guide to the political pulse of the Prairie State.
Focus in on the interviews you want to hear with the PM Springfield Interviews podcast.
Patrick Pfingsten talks with Springfield&rsquo;s key newsmakers weekdays on&nbsp; 97.7 FM and 970 AM WMAY weekdays 3pm - 6pm with a repeat of hour one from 6p - 7pm.&nbsp;
For more news anytime visit <a href="https://www.wmay.com">wmay.com</a>

PM Springfield Interviews

PM Springfield with Patrick Pfingsten dives deep into the stories shaping Springfield and beyond.  With sharp analysis, candid commentary, and a steady stream of interviews with lawmakers, insiders, and newsmakers, this show is your essential guide to the political pulse of the Prairie State.

With two podcasts, you can listen the way you want.  With PM Springfield Hour by Hour you can hear the whole show.  With PM Springfield Interviews focus in on the interviews you want to hear.

Patrick Pfingsten talks with Springfield’s key newsmakers weekdays on  97.7 FM and 970 AM WMAY weekdays 3pm - 6pm with a repeat of hour one from 6p - 7pm. 

For more news anytime visit wmay.com

PM Springfield with Patrick Pfingsten dives deep into the stories shaping Springfield and beyond.&nbsp; With sharp analysis, candid commentary, and a steady stream of interviews with lawmakers, insiders, and newsmakers, this show is your essential guide to the political pulse of the Prairie State.
With two podcasts, you can listen the way you want.&nbsp; With PM Springfield Hour by Hour you can hear the whole show.&nbsp; With PM Springfield Interviews focus in on the interviews you want to hear.
Patrick Pfingsten talks with Springfield&rsquo;s key newsmakers weekdays on&nbsp; 97.7 FM and 970 AM WMAY weekdays 3pm - 6pm with a repeat of hour one from 6p - 7pm.&nbsp;
For more news anytime visit <a href="https://www.wmay.com">wmay.com</a>

PM Springfield with Patrick Pfingsten

Former Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss suspending or reducing the state gas tax, the state budget, and an independent candidate for governor. 

Former Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss suspending or reducing the state gas tax, the state budget, and an independent&nbsp;candidate for governor.&nbsp;

PM Springfield: Former Rep. Demmer Talks State Gas Tax, Budget & More! - 5/8/2026

Rep. CD Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss if the legislature should reduce the gas tax and the Govenror's controversial homebuilding and zoning plan

Rep. CD Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss if the legislature should reduce the gas tax and the Govenror's controversial homebuilding and zoning plan

PM Springfield: Rep. Davidsmeyer Talks Pritzker's Controversial Homebuilding & Zoning Plan - 5/8/2026

Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the gasoline tax debate at the Capitol. 

Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss&nbsp;the gasoline tax debate at the Capitol.&nbsp;

PM Springfield: Brenden Moore, Capitol News Illinois Reporter Talks Gas Tax Debate - 5/8/2026

Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss legislation cracking down on sexual offenders in schools, gas taxes, and the Bears megaprojects bill. 

Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss legislation&nbsp;cracking down on sexual offenders in schools, gas taxes, and the Bears megaprojects bill.&nbsp;

PM Springfield: McClure Talks 'Mega Bill', Crackdown On Sexual Offenders In Schools & More - 5/7/2026

Republican candidate for Lt. Governor, Aaron Del Mar, joins Patrick to discuss Darren Bailey's recent policy position reversals, his preparation for the office, and the entrance of an independent into the race. 

Republican candidate for Lt. Governor, Aaron Del Mar, joins Patrick to discuss Darren Bailey's recent policy position reversals, his preparation for the office, and the entrance&nbsp;of an independent into the race.&nbsp;

PM Springfield: Aaron Del Mar, Republican Candidate For Lt. Governor - 5/7/2026

Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joins Patrick to discuss Gov. Pritzker's goals for the final weeks of the legislative session. 

Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joins Patrick to discuss Gov. Pritzker's goals for the final weeks of the legislative session.&nbsp;

PM Springfield: Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Talks Pritzker's Goals For Legislative Session - 5/7/2026 

Longtime SJ-R reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss the news and media landscape in central Illinois and covering the statehouse in May. 

Longtime SJ-R reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss the news and media landscape in central Illinois and covering the statehouse in May.&nbsp;

Patrick Pfingsten Chats with Longtime SJ-R Reporter and Columnist Bernie Schoenburg

Democratic Lt. Governor candidate Christian Mitchell joined Patrick to discuss why he joined the ticket, if the race against Darren Bailey is competitive, and what should be done about gas taxes. 

Democratic Lt. Governor candidate Christian Mitchell joined Patrick to discuss why he joined the ticket, if the race against Darren Bailey is competitive, and what should be done about gas taxes.&nbsp;

Patrick Pfingsten Talks with Democratic Lt. Governor Candidate Christian Mitchell

Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Patrick to discuss the Bears stadium saga, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's asks for the General Assembly, and the Chicago White Sox. 

Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout&nbsp;joined Patrick to discuss the Bears stadium saga, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's asks for the General Assembly, and the Chicago White Sox.&nbsp;

Patrick Pfingsten Chats with Chicago Sun-Times Political Reporter Mitchell Armentrout

Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the Bears bill saga, gas taxes, and the state budget as lawakers return for the final month of the legislative session. 

Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the Bears bill saga, gas taxes, and the state budget as lawakers return for the final month of the legislative session.&nbsp;

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