Republican U.S. Rep. John Shimkus joins us to discuss the fallout from Tuesday's midterm elections.

State Senator Gary Forby spoke with Tom Miller about the spending plan for social services and colleges approved by state Democrats, which now sits at the desk of Governor Rauner. They also discussed Forby's earlier visit to John A. Logan college to hear their concerns about lack of budget funding.

Longtime Marion Mayor Bob Butler joins The Morning Newswatch to reflect on his role as mayor, a position he's held since 1963.