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".
Bob Baer, Mike Kentrianakis, and Chris Mandrell join The Morning Newswatch.
Brad Richards with the Illinois Oil and Gas Association joins us to discuss their frustration's over the lack of progress on fracking.
Congressman John Shimkus (R-Collinsville) joins The Morning Newswatch to discuss his thoughts on the ending of the war in Afghanistan
