Marion Police Chief David Fitts, Carbondale Police Chief Stan Reno, and veterinarian Dr. Mike Troop join The Morning Newswatch.

Adam Schuster, Director of Budget and Tax Research for The Illinois Policy Institute, joins The Morning Newswatch.

Michael Gauch is the superintendent of the Harrisburg school district. With just under two weeks left for state legislators to approve a budget, Michael spoke with Tom Miller about the concern from many superintendents and citizens have regarding K-12 funding.