Morning headlines: March 12, 2012

Julie Bierach and The Associated Press — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:21:43 +0000

Southern Ill. denied federal disaster aid

The parts of southern Illinois destroyed by deadly storms and a tornado last month will not be declared federal disaster areas.

U.S Senator Dick Durbin says FEMA's decision will make it tough on local government, businesses and individuals affected by the storms.