Dr. Jeff Ripperda joins us to discuss a new virus that has hit several states, including Illinois, and the dangers the virus poses, especially to children.

SIU President Randy Dunn joins us to discuss Chancellor Sarvela's cancer diagnosis, the Tyler Smithpeters situation and the difficulties of recruiting students locally, especially with the perception of crime in town.

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joins The Morning Newswatch.