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The Illinois Prisoner Review Board reviews Grayson request for release | First Listen

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  • Former Sangamon County Deputy Sean Grayson's request to be released from prison for medical reasons is expected to be decided today
  • A jury convicted a woman of first-degree murder in the death of a child who was in her care
  • House Democrat Nikki Budzinski says the party's messaging should be focused on lowering costs heading into the midterm elections
  • Some doctors worry more hospitals across Illinois could close and they question if the state is doing enough
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