A tornado caused significant damage to multiple homes in the Illinois community of Mount Zion, located about eight miles southeast of Decatur.

Multiple buildings were damaged when a reported tornado tore through a central Illinois community on Sunday afternoon.

Decatur is a classic mid-western U.S. city situated on Lake Decatur, and with many historic brick buildings downtown. This city is the home of Millikin University and Richland Community College.

The City of Decatur and the Metro Decatur Black Chamber of Commerce will host several events in recognition of Dr. Martin ...