Director of the group Yes! For Independent Maps, Michael Kolenc, joins us to talk about the group's push to establish an independent panel to draw legislative districts and the latest efforts to keep the issue from appearing on the November ballot.

Carbondale Mayoral candidate John "Mike" Henry sits down with Michael Roberts for a conversation on Henry's run for the office of Mayor of Carbondale, and also discusses the fallout from the court battle over the legitimacy of his candidacy.

Green Party candidate for Illinois' 115th House District Randy Auxier joins The Morning Newswatch.