Michael Roberts sits down with David England, an Emeritus Professor of Finance to discuss his challenge to CNBC's Jim Cramer, as well as the effect lower oil prices could have on global markets, and an upcoming seminar hosted by Mr. England.

Ben Krupowicz, Mary Mechler, and Shelly Pierce join The Morning Newswatch.

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joins The Morning Newswatch.