SIU President Randy Dunn stopped by the studio this morning to speak with Tom Miller about the $3.8 billion bill proposed by Senate Democrats for higher education and social services.

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 gubernatorial candidate JB Pritzker joins The Morning Newswatch.