Illinois Municipal League Executive Director Brad Cole joins The Morning Newswatch.

Tom Miller speaks with Ed Davis, organizer of Veterans On Parade. This year's festivities will take place September 12th in Marion.

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".