SUMMARY: Nearly a week after a deadly tornado caused \$1 billion in damage in St. Louis, city officials are focusing on recovery and seeking federal aid. Mayor Cara Spencer emphasized the scale of the disaster and the need for federal support, as FEMA teams began damage assessments. Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe requested an emergency disaster declaration from President Trump to unlock up to \$5 million for immediate relief and longer-term aid. Despite concerns about potential FEMA funding cuts, Spencer expressed confidence in local and federal cooperation. Senator Josh Hawley is also advocating for federal disaster assistance for St. Louis.

Read the full article

The post Mayor: St. Louis 'marching forward' despite concerns over federal disaster aid appeared first on fox2now.com

SUMMARY: Amid tornado devastation, FOX 2’s Mandy Murphey surprised Brandon Harrell, a devoted FOX 2 fan, at his graduation from the Bridges Program in Belleville. Four years ago, Mandy attended Brandon’s high school graduation, and now his teachers requested another surprise for his post-high school achievement. The Bridges Program supports special needs adults, teaching life skills like job training and personal hygiene. Brandon, beloved by staff and peers, recently made dog treats as part of the curriculum. This heartfelt moment uplifted everyone, showcasing the importance of programs for special needs adults in underserved areas. Congratulations to Brandon on his inspiring milestone!

Brandon Harrill’s teachers asked FOX 2’s Mandy Murphey months ago if she would come to his ceremony and surprise him. Brandon received occupational training as part of the Bridges program. 

St. Louis News: FOX 2 covers news, weather, and sports in Missouri and Illinois. Read more about this story or see the latest updates on our website https://FOX2Now.com

Follow FOX 2 on social media:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FOX2Now
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FOX2Now/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FOX2Now/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fox2now/
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@fox2now
SnapChat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/fox2now

Source

SUMMARY: The weather will remain cooler than usual this weekend, with highs around 70°F today and temperatures dipping into the mid-40s tonight. Rain chances are uncertain, but some dry spells are expected, particularly on Saturday, with showers and possibly a storm later in the day. Sunday will be mostly cloudy with rain, though some drying may occur in the afternoon. Confidence in the rain timing is low due to inconsistent model data. Rain amounts will be modest, but some areas may receive over an inch. The weekend will be challenging for outdoor events, particularly with cool temperatures and sporadic rainfall.

Read the full article

The post Joe's Blog: Not the worst or best holiday weekend (THU-5/22) appeared first on fox4kc.com