Snowy Footprints Lead Cops To Accused Killer | Illinois PatchPM

Here are the stories trending across Illinois on Thursday night.

Snowy Footprints Lead Police To Killer In Distinctive Bright Orange Coat: Police

The man fatally stabbed one person and injured another in the attack, which followed an argument, police said. Footprints led officers straight to him.>>Read More.

Knife-Wielding Man Dies After Being Shot By Officers: Police

Authorities said the man displayed a knife when approached by police, prompting officers to open fire. He was struck at least one time, officials said.>>Read More.

Judge, Wife Attacked By Gunman Still On The Loose: Reports

The couple was ambushed at the front door by a man who shouted through the door that he'd found their dog, then opened fire, a report said.>>Read More.

Wrestling Coach, Staff Fired At High School Following Investigation: District

Following an internal investigation and a review that revealed some student athletes did not live in the school's attendance boundaries, the coach and his staff have all been fired.>>Read More.

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