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The 90-year old actor made a grand entrance Thursday, riding up to Danville High School in a replica of 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' with a performance by the school's show choir. Van Dyke is back to mark the launch a foundation to restore his childhood home, and help fund careers in the arts for young people.
On the 21st: Tornadoes hit north-central Illinois, causing damage in the towns of Pontiac and Seneca. Plus, congressional Democrats held an unprecedented sit-in protest over gun control. And, how can you improve communication with your healthcare providers?
At least one tornado struck Pontiac, Illinois Wednesday night causing heavy damage and at least three injuries.
A tax hike to fund the county nursing home is part of a package of recommendations that the Champaign County Nursing Home will consider at its Thursday night meeting.
On the 21st: We continue our conversation about the American Dream Re-imagined, as part of a national dialogue about people living in America as they navigate opportunity, meet obstacles, and pursue happiness in the 21st century. And we hear from the Chicago Urban League about the state of Black America.
