Republican Congressman John Shimkus joins us to discuss issues like ISIS, coal production in the U.S. and immigration. He also answered a view questions from listeners over the phone.

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.

Homer "Chip" Markel, a candidate for Illinois' 12th Congressional District in the Democratic Primary, joins The Morning Newswatch.