SUMMARY: Spring and summer 2025 in the Ozarks have seen extreme weather swings, including multiple severe wind and tornado events, especially near Springfield. Since May 1, over 40% of days had rain, often heavy, with hot, muggy dry days between. Notable events include deadly EF-3 tornadoes in March and April, significant windstorms in April and June, and record-breaking rainfall in April and May. This active pattern is linked to a disrupted Polar Vortex from sudden stratospheric warming, an amplified and slow jet stream, a La Niña to neutral ENSO transition, and elevated Gulf of Mexico water temperatures increasing atmospheric moisture. These factors combined caused the unusual weather volatility of 2025.

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SUMMARY: Five people were injured in a parking lot shootout Sunday in the Tower Grove South area of St. Louis. The incident occurred at the INAD Motor parking lot near Morganford Road and Beck Avenue. Police confirmed that at least 30 shots were fired and two vehicles were involved, including a Mercedes reported stolen on July 11. Among the victims are three juveniles and two young adults aged 18 to 24. All were transported to area hospitals and are in stable condition. The scene remains active, and investigators continue to gather details on what led to the violent exchange of gunfire.

District 2 officers were alerted to a shooting in the Tower Grove South neighborhood, leaving five injured.

According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD), officers were alerted to reports of a shooting around 8 p.m. Thursday at Morganford and Beck Avenue.

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SUMMARY: The Savannah Bananas, a lively baseball team known for their unique “Banana Ball” style, will make their St. Louis debut at Busch Stadium on July 18-19, playing against the Party Animals at 7 p.m. Both games sold out quickly, but some tickets remain via the St. Louis Cardinals or resale platforms. The Bananas’ fast-paced game features fan interaction, time limits, and unusual rules like stealing first base and fouls caught by fans counting as outs. Fans can stream the games free on the team’s YouTube channel. Pre-game parties with food and music will be held at Ballpark Village. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. each day.

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