Congressman John Shimkus joins us to discuss the situation in Iraq with Islamic State, the return to Congress next week and his reelection campaign.

Illinois State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) joins The Morning Newswatch.

Tom Miller speaks with Jackson Co. State's Attorney Michael Carr about his decision to file a lawsuit against the State of Illinois, as well as Gov. Bruce Rauner's ideas for sentencing reform.