CJ Baricevic is running against Congressman Mike Bost for his seat for the 12th congressional district. The Democratic candidate spoke with Tom Miller and explained why he believes he can represent the people of Southern Illinois.

Nancy Brown, a retired Vice-Admiral in the United States Navy and current Vice-Chairman of Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois, along with Rev. John Holst of the United Zion Church of Christ in Marion join Tom Miller, in the studio, on The Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming Honor Flight happening on October 17, 2017.

Ron Ellis, a candidate for State Representative for Illinois' 117th House District, joins The Morning Newswatch.