Urologist Dr. Don Arnold joins The Morning Newswatch.

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".

Illinois Coal Association President Phil Gonet and Knight Hawk Coal President Steve Carter join Tom Miller in the studio on The Morning Newswatch.