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".

 

SIU President Randy Dunn joins us a day after the university names an interim chancellor to replace Rita Cheng.

 
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Democratic candidate for US Congress in Illinois' 12th Congressional District Brendan Kelly joins Tom Miller in the studio.

 
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Carbondale Police Chief Stan Reno joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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