Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture Jerry Costello Joins the Morning NewsWatch.

Diane Daugherty and Amy Simpson joined Tom Miller in the studio to give more information regarding the upcoming event: Chef Clash in the Arena, formerly known as 100 Men Who Cook. The proceeds from the event benefit St. Francis Care animal shelter and Gum Drop Kids, a non-profit organization with a mission to feed hungry children in Southern Illinois.

Democratic Congressman Bill Enyart joins us to discuss the ongoing crisis in the Middle East as well as this year's campaign.