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.

NubAbility Athletics founder Sam Kuhnert joins Tom Miller in the studio on The Morning Newswatch.

David England is the Associate Professor of Finances at John A. Logan College. He spoke with Tom Miller with some advice and tips on how to plan for retirement. They also touched on the topic of Peabody Energy's recent filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and what we can learn from it.