Former Deputy Sentenced to 20 Years for Killing Sonya Massey
Sean Grayson apologizes to Massey family as he receives 20-year sentence for 2024 fatal shooting
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Former Deputy Sentenced to 20 Years for Killing Sonya Massey
Crime
Former Illinois deputy sentenced to 20 years for killing Black woman
Sean Grayson apologized to Sonya Massey's family, acknowledging he 'made terrible decisions' the night she was fatally shot

Illinois Sheriff's Deputy Sentenced to 20 Years for Woman's Murder
Sean Grayson received the maximum sentence for the second-degree murder of Sonya Massey in her Springfield home.
Former Illinois Deputy Sentenced to 20 Years for Killing Sonya Massey
Grayson expressed remorse but motion for retrial was denied
Lifestyle
Meet Bagheera & Timone — Meow Mobile Cats of the Week
Brothers want to go to a good home together!

Meet Stewart, Sangamon County Animal Control's Dog of the Week
This 3-year-old pup is looking for a forever home after a rough start
Illinois Boosts Funding for Springfield, Decatur Apprenticeship Programs
State grants aim to expand diversity and access to vocational training across the state.
Politics
New SNAP Work Requirements Threaten Benefits for Thousands in Illinois
Stricter rules go into effect on February 1, potentially impacting hundreds of thousands of recipients

Budzinski Releases Anti-Corruption Agenda to Reform Federal Government
Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski unveils sweeping proposals to address self-dealing, dark money, and restore accountability in Washington.
Illinois Supreme Court Justice Theis to Retire in January 2026
Sanjay Tailor appointed as interim replacement by the Illinois Supreme Court