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".

 

Illinois Department of Natural Resources Director Natalie Phelps Finnie joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Former Marine and Sheriff of Williamson County now turned author, Harry Spiller, joined Tom Miller in the studio to discuss his new book in his "Murder in the Heartland" series.

 
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Chief Operating Officer and manager of the Southern Illinois Miners, Mike Pinto joined Tom Miller in the studio to discuss opening weekend-which kicks off this Friday.

 
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