Senator Dave Luechtefeld spoke with Tom Miller this morning about the spending bill sent by Senate Democrats for higher education and social services, among other programs. The bill awaits a decision by the Governor, but many argue that the bill proposes "empty promises".

 

Jackson County Health Department Administrator Bart Hagston joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Steve Brown, spokesman for House Speaker Michael Madigan, joins Tom Miller to discuss the governor's budget address.

 
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Marsha Griffin joins Tom Miller on the Morning Newswatch to discuss her campaign for state representative.

 
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