SUMMARY: Months after last July’s severe flooding in the Metro East, many residents still need aid. FEMA has extended the application deadline to December 13 for online and phone applications. In-person assistance is available at the Kokia Heights Fitness Center until this Friday. Over $14 million has been distributed to more than 28,000 households across seven counties, with significant aid for St. Clair County. Many residents are encouraged to document their damages for easier processing. Washington County received federal support for the first time, and both individuals and small businesses are urged to apply for financial assistance.

Homeowners and renters who suffered damage or loss from July flooding have additional time to apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA has extended the application deadline to Dec. 13, 2024, for residents in Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washington, Will and Winnebago counties.

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SUMMARY: At an Arnold apartment complex, four units were red-tagged as unfit for human occupancy, forcing tenants to evacuate for safety reasons. Inspectors documented issues including a ceiling collapse, rotting doors, and a severe roach infestation. Some renters are reluctant to leave due to a lack of alternative housing options. Neighbors expressed sympathy for those affected, highlighting the inconsistent maintenance among various landlords in the area. While some properties are well-kept, others have serious issues that have persisted since previous inspections. Community members emphasize the importance of consulting neighbors about housing conditions before moving in.

Four apartment units on Crosswinds Drive in Arnold have been red-tagged, meaning they’re “unfit for human occupancy.” The renters must move out, but two of them told FOX 2 off camera they’re not going because they have nowhere else to go.

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SUMMARY: Two iconic pieces of Hollywood memorabilia, Judy Garland’s red dress and white coat from the 1944 film “Meet Me in St. Louis,” are on display together for the first time in 80 years at the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. This collection celebrates Garland’s role in the film, especially her performance of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” The exhibit also features a scale model of the 1904 World’s Fair, showcasing the grandeur of the event depicted in the movie. Visitors can see these pieces until January 6th, bringing a unique piece of cinematic history to St. Louis.

Inside the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park is a one-of-a-kind collection unique to St. Louis.

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