during world war ii, finally getting the credit they earned. but, first, bill karins with a check on the forecast. >> last night, tornadoes the big story throughout arkansas. a lot of damage there. that storm system will arrive on the east coast friday and saturday. today, one more decent day from boston to new york. more clouds and a little cooler. overall, still nice for the middle of march. friday forecast. rain moves into d.c. and eventually up to new york. saturday, soaker. 3 inches of rain in new york city on saturday alone. as far as severe weather went yesterday. the worst of the by far through arkansas, louisiana, texas, dozens of homes damaged and numerous injuries. thankfully, no fatalities. severe weather tracks for florida and the southeast. you're watching "morning joe," brewed by starbucks. [ childre]