Man Shot By Police After 'Charging' With Knives: Cops | IL PatchPM

Here are the news stories trending across Illinois on Tuesday night:

Officer Shoots Man Armed With Several Knives 'Charging' At Police: Cops

The police chief said "less lethal options did not work" and when the man "began to run at the officer with the knives and because he closed the distance very quickly, the officer was retreating but then had to use deadly force to protect himself.">>Read More.

Chicago Gas Stations, Markets, Banks Would Need Armed Guard Under Bill

An Illinois state representative is pushing for legislation that would require Chicago gas stations, grocery stores, pawn shops, and banks to employ armed guards starting in 2024.>>>Read More.

Kidnapping, Aggravated Battery Charges Filed Over Hotel Beating

Footage from security cameras at the Holiday Inn shows the woman repeatedly run from the hotel room down a hallway in an attempt to escape, but each time the man grabbed her and dragged her back into the room, according to prosecutors.>>Read More.

Manhattan Teen Still Missing: Will County Sheriff

"To dispel any rumors, Lana Roemer ran away from her Manhattan residence," the sheriff's department said. "There is no indication that Roemer was 'kidnapped' by a stranger, and no indication that there is a risk to public safety.">>>Read More.

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