Dr. Jeff Lehman, a specialist in allergy/immunology, joins Tom Miller in the studio.

Visiting Professor at SIU's Paul Simon Public Policy Institute Dr. John Jackson joins The Morning Newswatch.

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".