Baseball Bat Killer Accused Of Attacking Woman | Illinois PatchPM

Here are the stories trending across Illinois on Wednesday night.

Man Convicted In Baseball Bat Killing Now Accused Of Attacking Woman

Just months after being released with time served after receiving a 20-year sentence, the 26-year-old faces new charges alleging he repeatedly hit a woman in the face.>>Read More.

Family Searching For Missing Woman, 78

Yolanda Howell, 78, suffers from dementia, and was last seen a week ago leaving her home, her granddaughter told Patch.>>Read More.

Sex Offender Arrested For Being In School Zone, Administrators Keep Quiet

Police arrested a registered sex offender last month after he was spotted in a school zone, leading some local parents to question school administrators' decision not to notify families about the incident.>>Read More.

Man's Tricycle Stolen While Inside McDonald's Replaced, Suspect Charged

The community replaced the 3-wheeled tricycle belonging to an elderly neighbor with special needs, and police said the accused thief confessed.>>Read More.

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