State Senator Gary Forby spoke with Tom Miller about the spending plan for social services and colleges approved by state Democrats, which now sits at the desk of Governor Rauner. They also discussed Forby's earlier visit to John A. Logan college to hear their concerns about lack of budget funding.

Dennis Falmier, the Democratic candidate for Williamson County Commissioner, joins us to discuss his campaign.

Carbondale Chief of Police Anthony Copeland joins the Morning NewsWatch.