Police misconduct

Former downstate police officer Sean Grayson told the jury that Massey’s vow to “rebuke him in the name of Jesus” led him to shoot her. His testimony drew scoffs from Massey’s mother.

Illinois lawmakers passed a bill in the House that would create stricter hiring processes for police agencies.

At the meeting, the four police leaders from McLean County stressed the need for stringent checks in officer hiring, proper training to ensure safety, and corresponding with the community.

Since the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minnesota police last May, communities across the country have grappled with how a similar encounter might…