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As Damon Snow approaches his 100th birthday on July 30, he reflects on a century filled with experiences that have shaped his life. Snow, a World War II veteran, shares insights into his journey and offers wisdom for future generations.

Scattered showers continue across eastern counties, with highs in the upper 80s and heat index values approaching the mid 90s, while dangerous heat returns on Monday and Tuesday, with an excessive heat warning in place for the immediate metro region.

City of Life Christian Church and Freedom City Church are hosting a free "Oneness Friends and Family Weekend" in partnership with Affinia Healthcare, offering school physicals, screenings, immunizations, free supplies, backpacks, financial advice, haircuts, styling, and giveaways.

The St. Charles River Walk Market offered exclusive discounts and deals from local businesses, providing a unique blend of family fun and community engagement.

On June 19, 1917, thousands of people marched in New York City to protest the East St. Louis massacre, and today the NAACP will pay tribute to Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old woman shot and killed by police in her home in Illinois earlier this month.

Selwyn Jones, uncle of George Floyd, spoke at the International Community Leadership Summit in St. Louis to promote change and honor his nephew.

A 25-year-old woman was shot at a downtown St. Louis gas station on July 27, while a 28-year-old woman was also in the vehicle but not injured, and the victim was taken to the hospital in critical but stable condition.

CareSTL Health hosted its annual back-to-school health fair on Saturday.

A man drowned Saturday afternoon in the Meramec River near Eureka while attempting to rescue a woman in the water, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

One man died Saturday morning in a collision involving a train and a truck in the Metro East.

A juvenile escaped from the Missouri Division of Youth Services, stole a guard's vehicle, and was re-arrested, while another juvenile was arrested for attempting to escape and is charged with robbery, attempting to escape from confinement, auto theft, and assault.

A rural Missouri man is behind bars after he allegedly shot two people to death in his home, including his son, after an argument.

A 2.4 magnitude earthquake was reported in O'Fallon, Illinois on Saturday morning, serving as a reminder of the region's susceptibility to seismic events, including those within the New Madrid Seismic Zone.

Recent rate hikes from two St. Louis-area utility providers, Ameren and Spire, are outpacing inflation in Missouri, according to new research from a Missouri consumer advocacy group.

Delaware is the best state for retirees, while Alaska is the worst, according to a new analysis.

Two Good Samaritans were robbed overnight in north St. Louis while attempting to help two women who flagged them down, police say.

Authorities found a man shot inside a stolen car overnight in Downtown St. Louis. Two suspects have been arrested amid the investigation.

Kevin Straub, 41, has been arrested and charged with arson and illegal possession of a firearm after allegedly setting his cousin's house on fire while the victims were asleep inside, and then firing several shots into the house.

Demarko Johnathan Goodin, 32, was arrested for allegedly robbing two victims at gunpoint and stealing their cell phone and cash, while another suspect escaped and a third was arrested for burglary.

Showers and non-severe storms are expected to move across southwestern counties this weekend, with a chance for showers continuing overnight and into Sunday afternoon, while hot temperatures return next week with highs reaching 95 and heat index readings reaching 105.