The Illinois Basketball Coaches Association says a former Kmart building in Pontiac will become the home of a museum devoted to Illinois basketball.

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 spokeperson for the water company says the request would amount to an increase of $7.50 on a typical bill.  But because of the Illinois Commerce Commission's 11 month review process, it likely wouldn't be approved until January 2017.  

The Livingston County city of about 12,000 people was chosen for its location along Historic Route 66.  Pontiac is also home to the country's longest-running high school basketball tournament.