Biden approves disaster declaration for Mississippi storm that killed at least 26

President Joe Biden issued a disaster declaration for Mississippi after a string of tornadoes and other severe weather ravaged the state, and left at least 26 dead.

As part of the declaration, federal funds will be available to four counties including Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe, and Sharkey, the White House announced early Sunday. Declaration money will include both loans and grants.

"Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster," The White House...