Illinois State Representative David Freiss (R-Red Bud) joins The Morning Newswatch.

Michael Roberts speaks with Marsha Griffin, a Jonesboro school teacher who recently announced her intent to seek election to the 115th District in the IL House.

Congressman Bill Enyart (D-Belleville) joins The Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming vote on the omnibus bill that, if passed, will avoid a government shutdown.