PM Springfield Interviews

Politico congressional reporter Mia McCarthy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the potential for a government shutdown and if Sen. Durbin will vote for the Republican continuing resolution. 

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Robert Rosenthal of IlliniBoard.com checks in from the Big Ten Tournament in Indianapolis on whether the Illini can make a run in the conference tournament and what their prospects look like for the NCAA tournament. 

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Ryan Mahan of the State Journal-Register joins Patrick to talk about Glenwood's appearance in the Final Four Thursday night.

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Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mike Murphy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the local business climate, DOGE and state government cuts, and how Springfield can grow.

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DuPage County Sheriff Jim Mendrick, the first Republican to jump into the race for Governor in 2026, joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss his campaign, public safety, and property taxes. 

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Glenwood Boys Basketball Coach Todd Blakeman joined Springfield Morning News ahead of Glenwood's Final Four matchup Thursday night in Champaign.

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Semafor congressional reporter Kadia Goba joined Patrick to discuss the House passage of a government funding bill, if the Senate can pass it, and the chaos reigning in Washington right now.

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Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss DOGE, cuts to the VA, and tariffs.

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Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, a Springfield native, joined the show Monday to discuss how Democrats are responding to a changing media environment and why they can't find a cohesive message against Donald Trump.

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Former Republican National Committeeman for Illinois and potential 2026 candidate for Governor Richard Porter joined Springfield' Morning News to talk about DOGE, Illinois Republicans, and what would get him to run for the state's highest office.

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