Congressman-Elect Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joins The Morning Newswatch to discuss his thoughts on various issues as he prepares to step down from his position as State Representative and be sworn into Congress.

Democrat Eric Thorsland joins us to discuss his campaign for Illinois' 15th Congressional District.

Michael Roberts speaks with Shawlyn Dungan, organizer of the Carterville Blue Line Network, about the group's efforts to improve relationships between Carterville Police, their family members, and the community.