In The Lou – Monday, July 7, 2025
Your one-stop spot for everything happening in St. Louis today.
🌤 Today’s Weather
Sunny early then increasing clouds with showers this afternoon.
High: 90° | Low: 72°
Rain: 38%
Humidity: 80%
Winds: 8 mph
Max UV Index: 9.6 (very high)
Sunrise: 5:43 a.m. | Sunset: 8:28 p.m.
🗞️ Lou News
⚾️ Cubs Blank Cardinals 11-0 at Wrigley: Erick Fedde lasted just 1 1/3 innings as the Cubs scored in each of the first five frames, handing the Cardinals their worst shutout loss in Chicago since 1937.
🏆 Mexico Edges U.S. 2-1 to Win 10th Gold Cup Title: Edson Álvarez’s VAR-awarded goal in the 77th minute lifted Mexico past the U.S. in front of a packed pro-Mexico crowd at NRG Stadium.
🚨 1 Dead in Woodson Terrace Shooting, Suspect in Custody: A person was shot and killed early Sunday on Lilly Jean Drive; police detained three people at the scene and have since charged a suspect with second-degree murder.
🚱 Dogtown Residents Still Without Water After Main Breaks: Some St. Louis homes remain dry two days after multiple water main breaks, with residents frustrated over repeated infrastructure failures along Oakland Avenue.
🎉 Events
Murphy's Law, The Take @ Off Broadway | 6:00 PM (Doors)
Trivia Night at The Meaning of Bar (Presented by Alamo Drafthouse) @ Alamo Drafthouse – St. Louis | 7:00 PM (Every Monday)
Hips, Hips, Hooray! (Presented by Forbidden Hollywood) @ Arkadin Cinema & Bar | 7:00 PM
The Monthly Cycle | July Ride @ 4079 Chouteau Ave | 6:45 PM
⛽ Lowest Gas Price in the City
$2.64 at BP | 14302 MANCHESTER RD, Manchester, MO
📜 This Day in History
🏝️ 1898 – Hawaii annexed by the United States: On this day, President William McKinley signed a joint resolution to annex the Hawaiian Islands, setting the stage for them to become a U.S. territory in 1900 and the 50th state in 1959.
🎨 1887 – Marc Chagall born: French-Belorussian artist Marc Chagall, known for his dreamlike, colorful works blending Jewish folklore, biblical themes, and modernism, was born on this day in Vitebsk, Belarus.
⚽ 2019 – U.S. women win fourth FIFA World Cup: Led by Megan Rapinoe, the U.S. women’s national soccer team defeated the Netherlands to win their fourth FIFA Women’s World Cup title, solidifying their legacy as the sport’s most dominant force.
🎂 Famous STL Birthdays – July 7
Darnay Scott (1972): A standout wide receiver from St. Louis, Scott played nine seasons in the NFL, primarily with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he was known for his speed, deep-threat ability, and over 5,000 career receiving yards.
Tisha Terrasini Banker (1973): A versatile actress from St. Louis, she has appeared in TV shows like The Middle and Criminal Minds, and is also known for her voice work on animated series including Rugrats and The Wild Thornberrys.
Red Nonnenkamp (1911): Born in St. Louis, Nonnenkamp played outfield in the Major Leagues during the 1930s, playing for the Boston Red Sox and Brooklyn Dodgers during a brief but memorable career in professional baseball.
National Day's - July 7
🐟 National Koi Day: Celebrating the vibrant Japanese koi fish, it is a cultural symbolism of perseverance and beauty. It also commemorates Hanako, the world’s oldest koi, who lived to 226 and died on July 7, 1977.
🎸 National Day of Rock 'n' Roll: This day celebrates the Rock 'n' Roll genre’s cultural impact and rebellious spirit that reshaped music and society forever.
🍝 National Macaroni Day: Elbow, shell, spiral, however you like your pasta, today’s the day to enjoy it. Macaroni’s versatility makes it a staple in American kitchens, from mac and cheese to pasta salad.