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".

 

Carolyn Schofield, a candidate for Lt. Governor in the June Republican Primary, joins The Morning Newswatch. 

 
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Debra Hogg, Communications Director for Hospice of Southern Illinois, stops by The Morning Newswatch to talk about some of the common misconceptions relating to hospice care.

 
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Carbondale Mayor Mike Henry joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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