Dan Linn is the Executive Director for the Illinois Chapter of NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws). Linn joins The Morning Newswatch to discuss the Medical Marijuana program in Illinois, the delay in permits being given out so cultivation centers can be built, and several debilitations which are not allowed to be treated with MMJ under IL law, but can be eased with the plant's use.

 

Tom Miller spoke with Dr. Alejandro Hornik, a neurology specialist, to talk about the recent studies that have shown a rise in reported strokes in young Americans. Dr. Hornik gives us an ideal look into the steps an individual can take to prevent the risk of stroke.

 
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Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Democratic candidate for Jackson County Circuit Clerk Christian Hale joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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