Interviews with local newsmakers on the 92.7 WMAY, Springfield's News & Talk. Get more from #WMAYNews: https://www.wmay.com/
Former Illinois Republican Party Chair Pat Brady discusses the race for president, rhetoric, and why Republicans in Illinois are facing more legislative losses in November.
Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about her reporting on "harm reduction" organizations that provide clean needles, Narcan, and fentanyl test kits to drug users and where they are hoping to get more funding.
Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a new law allowing the storage of CO2 gas underground in Illinois and how it could put drinking water at risk.
Glenwood Coach David Hay, Springfield HS Coach Jon Hebb, Williamsville Head Coach Aaron Kunz, New Berlin Head Coach James Dambacher and State Journal-Register sports reporter Ryan Mahan join Springfield's Morning News to preview week three of the high school football season.
Peter Hancock from Capitol News Illinois joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Supreme Court arguments over the SAFE-T Act and a federal court trial next week challenging the state's assault weapons ban.
Former Illini All-American J Leman, now with the Big Ten Network, previews Saturday's Illinois/Central Michigan game and talks about early season struggles of top Big Ten Teams.
Illinois Times reporter Scott Reeder joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the presidential debate, the Springfield Police Department, Rep. Marry Miller, and Taylor Swift.
Sangamon County Democratic Chair and Illinois Democratic State Central Committeeman Bill Houlihan joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Tuesday night's debate and the future of Sen. Dick Durbin.
Bill Scher, Politics Editor for Washington Monthly magazine joins Springfield's Morning News to give his take on the Harris/Trump debate and if Taylor Swift's endorsement has any impact in the race.
Illinois Republican Party Chair Kathy Salvi joins Springfield's Morning News to weigh in on why she thought Donald Trump outperformed Kamala Harris in Tuesday's debate.
National political reporter Tom LoBianco of 24sight.news joined Springfield's Morning News to preview Tuesday night's Harris/Trump debate.
Reed Galen of The Home Front podcast and Substack newsletter and pro-democracy group "The Union" joined Springfield's Morning News to preview the Trump/Harris debate.
Semafor Political Reporter Kadia Goba joins Springfield's Morning News to preview Tuesday's presidential debate and the preparation and expectations for each candidate going into the high profile showdown.
In Week Two of our High School Football Hour on Springfield's Morning News, we're joined by Glenwood Head Coach David Hay, Springfield High Coach Jon Hebb, Rochester Coach Derek Leonard, SH-G Coach John Allison, and PORTA coach Lonnie McAnally.
IlliniBoard.com writer Robert Rosenthal stops by Springfield's Morning News to discuss the Illini football game Saturday night against Kansas.
Longtime State Journal-Register columnist and reporter Bernie Schoenburg joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about how elusive former House Speaker Michael Madigan was with media and how Madigan's criminal defense attorneys are blaming media for negative coverage of him.
Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss Russian interference in the 2024 election, his opposition to Donald Trump, and his decision to speak at the Democratic National Convention.
Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a federal court ruling on concealed carry on public transit and Governor JB Pritzker's controversial reaction to the ruling
Former Rep. Mark Batinick, who now works with polling firm M3 Strategies, joined Springfield's Morning News Wednesday to discuss national polls and potential struggles for Republicans in Illinois this fall.
Sangamon County Coroner and Acting Sheriff Jim Allmon joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss his appointment as Acting Sheriff, if he plans to make any reforms to the office, and re-establishing public trust after the killing of Sonya Massey.
Ahead of the Springfield City Council's proposed ordinance banning homeless encampments, Alderman Brad Carlson joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss whether the issue is a matter of public safety or public nuisance.
State Journal-Register Sports Reporter Ryan Mahan joins Springfield's Morning News to preview the kickoff of the 2024 high school football season.
High school football coaches from Glenwood, Pleasant Plains, New Berlin, Williamsville, and Auburn join Springfield's Morning News to preview week one of the high school football season.
Former State Representative Tim Butler, who sits on the commission investigating whether Illinois needs a new state flag, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss why the flag should be replaced and what it should look like.
University of Illinois play-by-play man Brian Barnhart joined Patrick Pfingsten on Springfield's Morning News to preview Illinois' season opener against Eastern Illinois and talk about the upcoming season.
Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about Kamala Harris sitting down for her first interview and to preview a potential Trump/Harris debate.
National security attorney Brad Moss joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the new charges filed against former President Trump, the ongoing classified documents case, and if Trump will really end up in prison.
Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton) joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the proposed closure of the Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln, making health care more affordable, and efforts to pass a medical-assisted suicide bill.
Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joins Springfield's Morning News to talk about corruption in Illinois politics and the upcoming trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
Former congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss allegations of "stolen valor" against Tim Walz, the DNC, and the ongoing war in Israel
24sight.news reporter Tom LoBianco checks in to discuss the Democratic National Convention, Kamala Harris, and the confidence of Illinois Democrats.
Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Kamala Harris' convention speech, the state of the campaign, and if Donald Trump can be disciplined enough to win in November.
Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) an original 2019 supporter of Kamala Harris for President reflects on the convention, how she has changed the race, and the next three months.
Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea, a delegate to the Democratic National Convention, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss his experiences at the DNC, the choice of Tim Walz as the Democratic VP nominee, and union hopes for new stadiums in Chicago.
Springfield lobbyist and Democratic National Convention delegate Liz Brown-Reeves joins Springfield's Morning News to talk about the candidacy of Kamala Harris and the renewed excitement for Democrats headed into the final day of the DNC.
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza, who has been spotted literally everywhere during the Democratic National Convention, explains how many events delegates and officials are attending and her response to Vice President Harris being tagged as a "DEI hire."
Republican Congressman Darin LaHood of Peoria visits with Patrick Pfingsten to respond to the Democratic National Convention, discusses "Project 2025" and defends the Trump campaign strategy for the fall.
WGN-TV reporter Tahman Bradley joins Springfield's Morning News from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to discuss Governor Pritzker's speech Tuesday night, the Obama appearances, and what to expect from Tim Walz.
Longtime Democratic spokesman Steve Brown joins Springfield's Morning News and responds to criminal charges against his former boss, former Speaker Michael Madigan and talks about the Democratic National Convention.
Daily Line reporter Ben Szalinski joins Springfield's Morning News from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to talk about Monday's late night production, protestors, and what to expect from Governor JB Pritzker.
Comedian Brad Williams joins Springfield's Morning News ahead of his show Saturday at the UIS Performing Arts Center. We chat about horseshoes, parenting, and our overhyped political divisions
Tara Nickerson of Special Olympics Illinois joins Springfield's Morning News to chat about the upcoming Cardboard Regatta at Sheedy Shores, how you can help SOIL and the participants from across Illinois, and more!
Sangamon County Board Chairman Andy Van Meter was a guest on Springfield's Morning News to discuss the resignation of Sheriff Jack Campbell and a new community commission designed to address issues in law enforcement, mental health responses, and community relations.
Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Springfield's Morning News to recap State Fair political days and preview the Democratic National Convention.
Illinois Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Lou Sandoval joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss biometric privacy, economic plans, and Illinois' business climate
National Review columnist Noah Rothman joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss how neither candidate for president is selling an agenda for the center and the upcoming Harris economic plan.
Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) sits down with Springfield's Morning News on Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair to talk about Senate races this November and how Republicans can get anything done in the General Assembly.
Illinois Republican National Committeewoman and Chair of the Illinois Republican County Chair's Association, Rhonda Belford, stops by Springfield's Morning News on Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair.
Suburban Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, a heavily rumored candidate to run for U.S. Senate in 2026 if Sen. Dick Durbin retires, discusses the presidential race and if he's interested in the Senate. He joined Springfield's Morning News from the Illinois Democratic County Chair's Association Brunch on Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair.
State Treasurer Mike Frerichs joins Springfield's Morning News on Governor's Day at the State Fair and discusses raising twin toddlers, college savings programs and his political ambitions.
