Senator Dave Luechtefeld spoke with Tom Miller this morning about the spending bill sent by Senate Democrats for higher education and social services, among other programs. The bill awaits a decision by the Governor, but many argue that the bill proposes "empty promises".

 

Phil Gonet, director of the Illinois Coal Association, joins us to discuss the impact of the EPA's new restrictions on carbon dioxide emissions from power plants.

 
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Family physician Dr. Jeff Ripperda joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Carterville Mayor Brad Robinson joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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