Regional Superintendent of Schools Matt Donkin joins Tom Miller on the Morning Newswatch to discuss the latest proposals regarding changes to the way the state funds public schools.

Carbondale Councilwoman Jane Addams stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss a potential property tax increase and to also talk about her announcement to run for Mayor of the city.

Sheila Simon, the Lt. Governor and Democratic candidate for Comptroller, joins us ahead of a visit to southern Illinois.