Girl, 15, Killed By Stray Bullet | Illinois PatchPM

Here are the stories trending across Illinois on Thursday night.

Girl, 15, Dies After Being Hit By Stray Bullet

The teen died after someone outside the home fired a bullet, and it entered the house and hit her.>>Read More.

Black Bear Spotted In 4 IL Counties

While bear sightings in Illinois are rare, there are established populations in Missouri and Wisconsin, authorities said, adding recent confirmed in-state sightings in four different counties.>>Read More.

Tree Trimmer Shot, 7-Hour Standoff With Shooter Ends: Police

Police said the man was angry due to a noise dispute with the tree trimmer. According to police, the man, who had barricaded himself in his home, eventually "surrendered peacefully.">>Read More.

IL Landlord Offered Sex In Exchange For Cheaper Rent: Authorities

He also offered to strip, took off his pants during a tour and evicted tenants who were unreceptive to his advances, authorities said.>>Read More.

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