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  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:40:56 GMT
    If you plan on heading to one of Iowa's State Parks this summer there is now an app for your next outdoor adventure.  Governor Terry Branstad announcing the mobile tool as the "Iowa State Parks and Recreation
    If you plan on heading to one of Iowa's State Parks this summer there is now an app for your next outdoor adventure.  Governor Terry Branstad announcing the mobile tool as the "Iowa State Parks and Recreation

  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:32 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:32:42 GMT
    Galesburg City Council agreed Monday night to sign a letter of intent with a developer - moving forward with a development project on the city's north side. The city estimates the new businesses will
    Galesburg City Council agreed Monday night to sign a letter of intent with a developer - moving forward with a development project on the city's north side. The city estimates the new businesses will

  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:31 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:31:25 GMT
    The Buffalo Bill Museum in LeClaire is getting approval from city leaders for an expansion plan.        It includes adding on 1300 square feet to the northwest corner of the current museum. The expansion
    The Buffalo Bill Museum in LeClaire is getting approval from city leaders for an expansion plan.        It includes adding on 1300 square feet to the northwest corner of the current museum. The expansion

  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:26 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:26:54 GMT
    Illinois lawmakers head back to Springfield on Wednesday for a special pension legislative session. There are two competing bills in the state's capitol. Both would save taxpayers millions, but both
    Illinois lawmakers head back to Springfield on Wednesday for a special pension legislative session. There are two competing bills in the state's capitol. Both would save taxpayers millions, but both

  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:26 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:26:02 GMT
    Rock Island County leaders are one step closer to deciding the fate of Niabi Zoo's two elephants, Babe and Sophie. A public meeting Monday gave them a chance to hear from community members and one of the
    Rock Island County leaders are one step closer to deciding the fate of Niabi Zoo's two elephants, Babe and Sophie. A public meeting Monday gave them a chance to hear from community members and one of the

  • Monday, June 17 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:44:02 GMT
    "It's confusing. I would agree with that." John McGeehe has been enforcing the laws in Rock Island County for just over 6 months. The Rock Island County States Attorney says that the current concealed
    "It's confusing. I would agree with that." John McGeehe has been enforcing the laws in Rock Island County for just over 6 months. The Rock Island County States Attorney says that the current concealed

  • Monday, June 17 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:09:57 GMT
    Bureau County is one step close to resolving a major problem with its communications tower. The Bureau County communications tower has suffered numerous lightning strikes over the last several years. The
    Bureau County is one step close to resolving a major problem with its communications tower. The Bureau County communications tower has suffered numerous lightning strikes over the last several years. The

  • Monday, June 17 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:51:32 GMT
    A Davenport man accused of ramming a police car on the Centennial Bridge in Davenport has entered a guilty plea. Back in August, 2011, Michael Cross was convicted of leading police on a chase that began
    A Davenport man accused of ramming a police car on the Centennial Bridge in Davenport has entered a guilty plea. Back in August, 2011, Michael Cross was convicted of leading police on a chase that began

  • Monday, June 17 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:38:21 GMT
    Police are investigating three motorcycle thefts over the weekend.      The bikes were taken during Rally On The River, where thousands of motorcycle riders packed Davenport's Centennial Park.       The
    Police are investigating three motorcycle thefts over the weekend.      The bikes were taken during Rally On The River, where thousands of motorcycle riders packed Davenport's Centennial Park.       The

  • Monday, June 17 2013 5:33 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:33:12 GMT
    Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation Monday, June 17, creating the nation's strictest regulations for high pressure oil and gas drilling known as hydraulic fracturing or "fracking". In a news release,
    Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation Monday, June 17, creating the nation's strictest regulations for high pressure oil and gas drilling known as hydraulic fracturing or "fracking". In a news release,

  • Monday, June 17 2013 5:26 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:26:02 GMT
    In Iowa, Governor Branstad will sign legislation this week that expands low-income health care. It will allow Iowa to receive federal money.       The state will then use that funding to create a new health
    In Iowa, Governor Branstad will sign legislation this week that expands low-income health care. It will allow Iowa to receive federal money.       The state will then use that funding to create a new health

  • Monday, June 17 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:09:49 GMT
    Police in Davenport have just released the name of a man who died after an apparent fight at Modern Woodmen Park in Davenport.Officials say around 10:00 p.m., on Thursday, June 13, 2013, police were called
    Update: Joseph Van Hecke pleaded not guilty to the charge during a court appearance on Monday, June 17. Earlier post: Police in Davenport have just released the name of a man who died after an apparent

  • Monday, June 17 2013 4:37 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:37:32 GMT
    A Davenport man faces charges stemming from a 2006 case of alleged child sexual abuse. 58-year-old Manuel Lopez was arrested on June 12th on a charge of indecent contact with a child. According to the
    A Davenport man faces charges stemming from a 2006 incident of alleged child sexual abuse. 58-year-old Manuel Lopez was arrested on June 12th on a charge of indecent contact with a child. According to the

  • Monday, June 17 2013 4:13 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:13:15 GMT
    There are signs of progress in opening a new, expanded Menards store in Davenport. Crews are out clearing trees and getting the 65th St. site ready for construction. The Wisconsin-based home improvement
    There are signs of progress in opening a new, expanded Menards store in Davenport. Crews are out clearing trees and getting the 65th St. site ready for construction. The Wisconsin-based home improvement

  • Monday, June 17 2013 3:41 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:41:27 GMT
    There's great news for the thousands of commuters who use River Drive in Davenport: it's back open! Over the weekend--without any fanfare--the barricades came down near Mound Street and the Village of
    There's great news for the thousands of commuters who use River Drive in Davenport: it's back open! Over the weekend--without any fanfare--the barricades came down near Mound Street and the Village of

  • Monday, June 17 2013 3:20 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:20:43 GMT
    A father and son are dead after a motorcycle crash in Colona, Ill., on Friday afternoon, June 14, 2013.Officers say it happened around 2:00 p.m., at the intersection of US 6 and Illinois 84, when a Buick
    A father and son are dead after a motorcycle crash in Colona, Ill., on Friday afternoon, June 14, 2013.Officers say it happened around 2:00 p.m., at the intersection of US 6 and Illinois 84, when a Buick

  • June 17, 2013 12:45 PM 2013-06-17 18:42:06 GMT
    Charges against a Missouri man accused of pretending to be a priest have been dropped. Police say he took advantage of an elderly Galesburg woman. In March of 2012, 58-year-old Ryan Scott was charged
    Charges against a Missouri man accused of pretending to be a priest have been dropped. Police say he took advantage of an elderly Galesburg woman. In March of 2012, 58-year-old Ryan Scott was charged

  • Monday, June 17 2013 12:21 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:21:24 GMT
    Construction projects could affect your commute over the coming months. Crews will start work Monday, June 17, 2013 on a portion of I-74/280.They'll be re-surfacing and repairing pavement for 12-miles,
    Construction projects could affect your commute over the coming months. Crews will start work Monday, June 17, 2013 on a portion of I-74/280.They'll be re-surfacing and repairing pavement for 12-miles,

  • Monday, June 17 2013 12:21 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:21:00 GMT
    Monday, June 17, 2013 is a big day for Sophie and Babe. A man who surveyed the zoo last year is meeting with the Rock Island County Board (who controls the zoo) to discuss what he thinks should happen
    Monday, June 17, 2013 is a big day for Sophie and Babe. A man who surveyed the zoo last year is meeting with the Rock Island County Board (who controls the zoo) to discuss what he thinks should happen

  • Monday, June 17 2013 12:03 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:03:29 GMT
    Galesburg city leaders are focused on a new development on the city's north side.They're set to meet with a developer Monday, June 17, 2013 who wants to build a new hotel and retail store on Seminary Street
    Galesburg city leaders are focused on a new development on the city's north side.They're set to meet with a developer Monday, June 17, 2013 who wants to build a new hotel and retail store on Seminary Street

  • Monday, June 17 2013 8:55 AM EDT2013-06-17 12:55:28 GMT
    The Davenport Fire Department responded to an eight-unit apartment fire on Hillendale Road, Sunday morning, June 16, 2013.Officials say they found a couch on fire in a lower level unit.They were able to
    The Davenport Fire Department responded to an eight-unit apartment fire on Hillendale Road, Sunday morning, June 16, 2013.Officials say they found a couch on fire in a lower level unit.They were able to

  • Monday, June 17 2013 8:29 AM EDT2013-06-17 12:29:43 GMT
    Crews from five different departments spent hours working to put out flames at a fire in downtown Moline, Ill., on Sunday morning, June 16, 2013.Firefighters were called to the 1200 block of Fifth Avenue
    Crews from five different departments spent hours working to put out flames at a fire in downtown Moline, Ill., on Sunday morning, June 16, 2013.Firefighters were called to the 1200 block of Fifth Avenue

  • Sunday, June 16 2013 11:34 PM EDT2013-06-17 03:34:34 GMT
    Summer event season is in full swing in the Quad City area. And as the events go on, so does severe weather. Event organizers must plan for any possible weather conditions. Burlington Steamboat Days President
    Summer event season is in full swing in the Quad City area. And as the events go on, so does severe weather. Event organizers must plan for any possible weather conditions. Burlington Steamboat Days President

  • Sunday, June 16 2013 3:33 PM EDT2013-06-16 19:33:04 GMT
    With this nice weather we're seeing, you'll be seeing more motorcycles on the roads. They are already out in force. Thousands, packed into Davenport's Centennial Park for the Rally on the River, showing
    With this nice weather we're seeing, you'll be seeing more motorcycles on the roads.

  • Saturday, June 15 2013 11:59 PM EDT2013-06-16 03:59:35 GMT
    Farmers are calling it the wave of the future - robots doing jobs that used to belong to humans. One local dairy farmer is giving the new technology a try ... Robots now milk all of his cows. John Maxwell,
    Farmers are calling it the wave of the future - robots doing jobs that used to belong to humans. One local dairy farmer is giving the new technology a try ... Robots now milk all of his cows. John Maxwell,

  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:17 PM EDT2013-06-15 03:17:32 GMT
    The Mississippi River in Burlington remains at moderate flood stage - 17.1 feet, when the flooding impact starts at 15. But, despite some minor flooding issues, it's still full steam ahead for Burlington
    The Mississippi River in Burlington remains at moderate flood stage - 17.1 feet, when the flooding impact starts at 15. But, despite some minor flooding issues, it's still full steam ahead for Burlington

  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:17 PM EDT2013-06-15 03:17:07 GMT
    Kehl development says a spot along I-80 near Brady street is preferable to one near I-280. The CEO says a location near Brady has several advantages over the I-280 location. A spot he says is too far
    Kehl development says a spot along I-80 near Brady street is preferable to one near I-280. The CEO says a location near Brady has several advantages over the I-280 location. A spot he says is too far

  • Friday, June 14 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:16:28 GMT
    The Ashford University Campus in Clinton was quiet Friday. Most of the faculty and student body are on summer break. But the campus may become quieter still as the school's parent company, Bridgepoint
    The Ashford University Campus in Clinton was quiet Friday. Most of the faculty and student body are on summer break. But the campus may become quieter still as the school's parent company, Bridgepoint

  • Friday, June 14 2013 3:57 PM EDT2013-06-14 19:57:02 GMT
    A former employee was sentenced Friday, June 14, 2013 for stealing money from the City of Muscatine. 53-year-old Diana Fry of Muscatine, was sentenced on a charge of first degree theft after an investigation
    A former employee was sentenced Friday, June 14, 2013 for stealing money from the City of Muscatine. 53-year-old Diana Fry of Muscatine, was sentenced on a charge of first degree theft after an investigation

  • Friday, June 14 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-06-14 19:18:03 GMT
    School may be out for summer, but some Quad City junior high school students are learning about health care.They're attending a health careers camp at St. Ambrose University, following health care professionals
    School may be out for summer, but some Quad City junior high school students are learning about health care.They're attending a health careers camp at St. Ambrose University, following health care professionals

  • Friday, June 14 2013 2:45 PM EDT2013-06-14 18:45:45 GMT
    A Clinton, Iowa man who was charged with first degree murder in the 2008 death of a Sabula, Iowa woman has pleaded guilty to lesser charges as part of a plea deal.Andy Cole was initially charged in July
    A Clinton, Iowa man who was charged with first degree murder in the 2008 death of a Sabula, Iowa woman has pleaded guilty to lesser charges as part of a plea deal.Andy Cole was initially charged in July

  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:03 AM EDT2013-06-14 15:03:55 GMT
    Here are the top six stories on kwqc.com for the week of June 9, 2013;Severe Weather 06/12/13 - Slideshow - Once again this week, pictures told the story.  Our top story comes to us with help from viewers
    Here are the top six stories on kwqc.com for the week of June 9, 2013;Severe Weather 06/12/13 - Slideshow - Once again this week, pictures told the story.  Our top story comes to us with help from viewers

  • Friday, June 14 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-06-14 12:58:19 GMT
    Will they be building a future for the Credit Island Lodge? A task force met for the first time Thursday night, and for the first time, toured the building devastated by fire and heavy rains. The fire
    Will they be building a future for the Credit Island Lodge? A task force met for the first time Thursday night, and for the first time, toured the building devastated by fire and heavy rains.

  • Friday, June 14 2013 8:51 AM EDT2013-06-14 12:51:00 GMT
    Davenport Mayor Bill Gluba is hosting a roundtable discussion Friday morning, June 14, 2013.The goal is to get disadvantaged youth out into the workforce. And local businesses are coming together to talk
    Davenport Mayor Bill Gluba is hosting a roundtable discussion Friday morning, June 14, 2013.The goal is to get disadvantaged youth out into the workforce. And local businesses are coming together to talk

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:32 PM EDT2013-06-14 03:32:35 GMT
    In Davenport a remembrance of domestic assault victims by those taking a stand against the crime. At Centennial Park in Davenport Thursday the names were read of area women who lost their lives.
    In Davenport a remembrance of domestic assault victims by those taking a stand against the crime.

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-06-14 03:22:24 GMT
    The housing market is picking up in the Quad Cities, although it's shifting from a buyers market to a sellers. The number of homes being sold has gone up, but the number put up for sale is going down. 255
    The housing market is picking up in the Quad Cities, although it's shifting from a buyers market to a sellers. The number of homes being sold has gone up, but the number put up for sale is going down. 255

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 5:27 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:27:56 GMT
    A Chicago man has been cited after a rollover accident on Interstate 80 near Annawan, Ill. According to Illinois State Police, 33-year-old Marion Rucker was behind the wheel of a Chevy Tahoe around 11:30
    A Chicago man has been cited after a rollover accident on Interstate 80 near Annawan, Ill. According to Illinois State Police, 33-year-old Marion Rucker was behind the wheel of a Chevy Tahoe around 11:30

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:00:24 GMT
    Rockford AirFest has cancelled its 2013 show that had already been rescheduled. Airport officials announced Thursday that plans did not develop for the event, so they are forced to cancel. The original
    Rockford AirFest has cancelled its 2013 show that had already been rescheduled. Airport officials announced Thursday that plans did not develop for the event, so they are forced to cancel. The original

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-06-13 20:33:03 GMT
    The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes touched down in the KWQC-TV6 viewing area Wednesday, June 12, 2013. The worst of the two, was on the ground from 6:53 to 7:03 p.m. in Carroll County.
    The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes touched down in the KWQC-TV6 viewing area Wednesday, June 12, 2013. The worst of the two, was on the ground from 6:53 to 7:03 p.m. in Carroll County.

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 4:13 PM EDT2013-06-13 20:13:17 GMT
    High levels of radon have been found in an area courthouse.       Thirty-two samples were collected inside the basement of the Knox County courthouse. Only one came back at a safe level. The other samples
    High levels of radon have been found in an area courthouse.       Thirty-two samples were collected inside the basement of the Knox County courthouse. Only one came back at a safe level. The other samples

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 3:51 PM EDT2013-06-13 19:51:06 GMT
    We have more information on a suspicious package that was destroyed by Iowa City police on June 9. As it turns out, it was an electronic piece of art. Police were called to the intersection of Dubuque
    We have more information on a suspicious package that was destroyed by Iowa City police on June 9. As it turns out, it was an electronic piece of art. Police were called to the intersection of Dubuque

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 12:25 PM EDT2013-06-13 16:25:39 GMT
    The Davenport Police Department responded to a single car accident on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 9:32 p.m.,in the 3900 block of Rockingham Road.Police say 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis was traveling east
    The Davenport Police Department responded to a single car accident on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 9:32 p.m.,in the 3900 block of Rockingham Road.Police say 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis was traveling east

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:22 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:22:57 GMT
    A Stark County, Illinois man who was charged in the death of three of his friends has been found guilty.Morgan Blakey was driving a car full of teenagers in rural Henry County when he lost control in November
    A Stark County, Illinois man who was charged in the death of three of his friends has been found guilty.Morgan Blakey was driving a car full of teenagers in rural Henry County when he lost control in November

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 9:52 AM EDT2013-06-13 13:52:54 GMT
    Penske Truck Leasing will open a $4.2 million facility at the Eastern Iowa Industrial Center in Davenport, Iowa, on Thursday, June 13, 2013.The new building will provide full service truck leasing, truck
    Penske Truck Leasing will open a $4.2 million facility at the Eastern Iowa Industrial Center in Davenport, Iowa, on Thursday, June 13, 2013.The new building will provide full service truck leasing, truck

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 9:51 AM EDT2013-06-13 13:51:03 GMT
    It has been up for debate for more than a year. The topic of heated dispute between Quad City Airshow managers and the Davenport Airport Commission.What should rent be for the Quad City Airshow?Officials
    It has been up for debate for more than a year. The topic of heated dispute between Quad City Airshow managers and the Davenport Airport Commission.What should rent be for the Quad City Airshow?Officials

  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-06-13 03:50:29 GMT
    An annual event that draws thousands on two wheels to Davenport is underway.  It's the Rally on the River, formerly Sturgis on the River and the Mississippi River Motorcycle Rally. This is the 19th
    An annual event that draws thousands on two wheels to Davenport is underway.  It's the Rally on the River, formerly Sturgis on the River and the Mississippi River Motorcycle Rally. This is the 19th

  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 7:25 PM EDT2013-06-12 23:25:57 GMT
    A local woman is taking her problem with an Iowa contraceptive services law to the streets. "I don't know what is going to come of this," Theresa of Davenport said. "I just hope people realize what the
    A local woman is taking her problem with an Iowa contraceptive services law to the streets. "I don't know what is going to come of this," Theresa of Davenport said. "I just hope people realize what the

  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 7:04 PM EDT2013-06-12 23:04:39 GMT
    Caterpillar and it's local dealer is teaming up with Eastern Iowa Community Colleges to get kids interested in STEM jobs. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.       Now visitors
    Caterpillar and it's local dealer is teaming up with Eastern Iowa Community Colleges to get kids interested in STEM jobs. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.       Now visitors

  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:37:40 GMT
    Davenport City Council will talk about multiple projects on Wednesday night, June 12, 2013, and vote to approve land for the new market place on Elmore Avenue.The market place will be located between Lowe's
    Davenport City Council will talk about multiple projects on Wednesday night, June 12, 2013, and vote to approve land for the new market place on Elmore Avenue.The market place will be located between Lowe's

  • June 11, 2013 06:24 PM 2013-06-12 12:06:54 GMT
    Today the case of a dog attack in Galesburg took another step towards closure. Authorities in Knox County say they will not file charges against the owners of the dog that attacked and killed the 7 year
    Today the case of a dog attack in Galesburg took another step towards closure. Authorities in Knox County say they will not file charges against the owners of the dog that attacked and killed the 7 year

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:56 PM EDT2013-06-12 03:56:23 GMT
    The Clinton City Council is advancing a new smoking ban that would include city parks, after reviewing it as a full council for the first time. The new ordinance is an attempt at changing the culture
    The Clinton City Council is advancing a new smoking ban that would include city parks, after reviewing it as a full council for the first time. The new ordinance is an attempt at changing the culture

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-06-12 02:52:37 GMT
    Unity Point Health is expanding, this time in Moline. Construction is underway on a new building near 53rd Street and John Deere Road. It will house urgent care, primary care and rehabilitation therapy
    Unity Point Health is expanding, this time in Moline. Construction is underway on a new building near 53rd Street and John Deere Road. It will house urgent care, primary care and rehabilitation therapy

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 7:56 PM EDT2013-06-11 23:56:55 GMT
    Western Illinois University could take a hit to its credit rating in the near future. Moody's Investor Services is reviewing all public Illinois university ratings. Western Illinois University relies
    Western Illinois University could take a hit to its credit rating in the near future. Moody's Investor Services is reviewing all public Illinois university ratings. Western Illinois University relies

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 5:04 PM EDT2013-06-11 21:04:20 GMT
    While the Quad Cities is being recognized as one of the top military friendly communities, the Rock Island Arsenal welcomes a new military commander. Colonel Elmer Speights, Jr. was formally installed
    While the Quad Cities is being recognized as one of the top military friendly communities, the Rock Island Arsenal welcomes a new military commander. Colonel Elmer Speights, Jr. was formally installed

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 4:15 PM EDT2013-06-11 20:15:44 GMT
    36-year-old Jeffrey Graves spent his 18th day in Scott County Jail on Tuesday. But he faces more charges than he was initially arrested for. Police took him into custody in May for domestic assault and
    36-year-old Jeffrey Graves spent his 18th day in Scott County Jail on Tuesday. But he faces more charges than he was initially arrested for. Police took him into custody in May for domestic assault and

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-06-11 20:06:00 GMT
    A California man was arrested for Cannabis Trafficking on I-80. Russell Taylor, 58, of Ojai, CA was stopped at approximately 8 p.m. on June 8, 2013 for improper lighting and an obstructed windshield near
    A California man was arrested for Cannabis Trafficking on I-80. Russell Taylor, 58, of Ojai, CA was stopped at approximately 8 p.m. on June 8, 2013 for improper lighting and an obstructed windshield near

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 3:32 PM EDT2013-06-11 19:32:08 GMT
    Authorities say no charges will be filed in connection with the death of a 7-year-old Galesburg boy who was attacked and killed by a dog on March 2, 2013.Police say the attack happened when Ryan Maxwell
    Authorities say no charges will be filed in connection with the death of a 7-year-old Galesburg boy who was attacked and killed by a dog on March 2, 2013.Police say the attack happened when Ryan Maxwell

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 12:19 PM EDT2013-06-11 16:19:42 GMT
    Moline Police have received complaints of a young college age female selling magazines door to door within the City of Moline.Once inside the home, police say she steals money and prescription drugs.Victims
    Moline Police have received complaints of a young college age female selling magazines door to door within the City of Moline.Once inside the home, police say she steals money and prescription drugs.Victims

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 10:21 AM EDT2013-06-11 14:21:25 GMT
    A special meeting for the Rock Island City Council has been scheduled for citizens to voice their opinion on the Fareway grocery store project at the site of the old Audubon School on 18th Avenue.The meeting
    A special meeting for the Rock Island City Council has been scheduled for citizens to voice their opinion on the Fareway grocery store project at the site of the old Audubon School on 18th Avenue.The meeting

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 10:05 AM EDT2013-06-11 14:05:00 GMT
    Governor Terry Branstad says Iowa should review criminal sentencing rules in the wake of the killing of a teenage girl.Branstad brought up the issue Monday, June 10, 2013, just days after the body of 15-year-old
    Governor Terry Branstad says Iowa should review criminal sentencing rules in the wake of the killing of a teenage girl.Branstad brought up the issue Monday, June 10, 2013, just days after the body of 15-year-old

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:55 AM EDT2013-06-11 13:55:24 GMT
    The City of Rock Island is getting ready to move foreword with the development at Watchtower Plaza.On Monday night, June 10, 2013, the city discussed the lease termination of another business in the project
    The City of Rock Island is getting ready to move foreword with the development at Watchtower Plaza.On Monday night, June 10, 2013, the city discussed the lease termination of another business in the project

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:26 AM EDT2013-06-11 13:26:37 GMT
    Major decisions concerning your kids and which Davenport school they will attend. Davenport Superintendent Art Tate and the school board have decided to allow parents and kids to choose which high school
    Major decisions concerning your kids and which Davenport school they will attend. Davenport Superintendent Art Tate and the school board have decided to allow parents and kids to choose which high school

  • Wednesday, June 5 2013 12:51 PM EDT2013-06-05 16:51:08 GMT
    BETTENDORF: Beginning Thursday, June 6, 2013, and continuing into August, 18th Street from Maplecrest Road to Echodale will be closed full-width to traffic for repaving and sidewalk reconstruction.
    BETTENDORF: Beginning Thursday, June 6, 2013, and continuing into August, 18th Street from Maplecrest Road to Echodale will be closed full-width to traffic for repaving and sidewalk reconstruction.

  • Thursday, May 23 2013 7:53 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:53:40 GMT
    The Niabi Zoo is home to more than 140 different species of animals. with 10 zookeepers who take care of those animals. It's not an easy job. The Zookeepers make sure lions, tigers and zebras are fed
    The Niabi Zoo is home to more than 140 different species of animals. with 10 zookeepers who take care of those animals. It's not an easy job. The Zookeepers make sure lions, tigers and zebras are fed

  • Thursday, May 23 2013 7:53 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:53:39 GMT
    Great River Brewery, located in downtown Davenport, distributes locally made craft beer to seven states. On a typical day, Great River brews 20 barrels. that's more than 40 kegs or 206 cases of 16 oz
    Great River Brewery, located in downtown Davenport, distributes locally made craft beer to seven states. On a typical day, Great River brews 20 barrels. that's more than 40 kegs or 206 cases of 16 oz

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  • Monday, June 17 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:09:49 GMT
    Police in Davenport have just released the name of a man who died after an apparent fight at Modern Woodmen Park in Davenport.Officials say around 10:00 p.m., on Thursday, June 13, 2013, police were called
    Update: Joseph Van Hecke pleaded not guilty to the charge during a court appearance on Monday, June 17. Earlier post: Police in Davenport have just released the name of a man who died after an apparent

  • Monday, June 17 2013 3:20 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:20:43 GMT
    A father and son are dead after a motorcycle crash in Colona, Ill., on Friday afternoon, June 14, 2013.Officers say it happened around 2:00 p.m., at the intersection of US 6 and Illinois 84, when a Buick
    A father and son are dead after a motorcycle crash in Colona, Ill., on Friday afternoon, June 14, 2013.Officers say it happened around 2:00 p.m., at the intersection of US 6 and Illinois 84, when a Buick

  • Monday, June 17 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:44:02 GMT
    "It's confusing. I would agree with that." John McGeehe has been enforcing the laws in Rock Island County for just over 6 months. The Rock Island County States Attorney says that the current concealed
    "It's confusing. I would agree with that." John McGeehe has been enforcing the laws in Rock Island County for just over 6 months. The Rock Island County States Attorney says that the current concealed
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