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  • Thursday, May 23 2013 8:49 AM EDT2013-05-23 12:49:31 GMT
    The search is still on for a missing Iowa teenager after she and a 12-year old were picked up by a stranger in Dayton, Iowa on Monday, May 20, 2013. Police in the small town, located about an hour north
    The search is still on for a missing Iowa teenager after she and a 12-year old were picked up by a stranger in Dayton, Iowa on Monday, May 20, 2013. Police in the small town, located about an hour north

  • Thursday, May 23 2013 8:18 AM EDT2013-05-23 12:18:10 GMT
    There's a groundbreaking Thursday, May 23, 2013 for a new travel-oriented development in downtown Rock Island. Plans include a new Metro-Link Rock Island station as well as The Locks, which is a six-million
    There's a groundbreaking Thursday, May 23, 2013 for a new travel-oriented development in downtown Rock Island. Plans include a new Metro-Link Rock Island station as well as The Locks, which is a six-million

  • 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

  • Thursday, May 23 2013 7:51 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:51:51 GMT
    No one was hurt in an overnight apartment fire in Clinton. Iowa. It happened just before 1:30 a.m., Thursday, May 23, 2013, in the 1200 block of Gateway Avenue. The fire was limited to one apartment,
    No one was hurt in an overnight apartment fire in Clinton. Iowa. It happened just before 1:30 a.m., Thursday, May 23, 2013, in the 1200 block of Gateway Avenue. The fire was limited to one apartment,

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:59 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:59:00 GMT
    KWQC's kid reporter has completed his assignment and takes us to Washington D.C. for the Honor Flight of the Quad Cities Gary Metivier helps bring you part two of "Ayden's Adventures.
    KWQC's kid reporter has completed his assignment and takes us to Washington D.C. for the Honor Flight of the Quad Cities

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:55 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:55:28 GMT
    KWQC's Morgan Ottier takes another shot at one of QC's toughest jobs. Tonight, she works with Blaze Restoration, crews that clean-up homes after disasters like fires and floods.
    KWQC's Morgan Ottier takes another shot at one of QC's toughest jobs.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:29 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:29:16 GMT
    As graduation season begins, many high school graduates will head off to college paying for their education in part with financial aid. The amount of financial aid is determined through an application
    As graduation season begins, many high school graduates will head off to college paying for their education in part with financial aid. The amount of financial aid is determined through an application

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:58 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:58:01 GMT
    A traditionally busy travel weekend is ahead for memorial day and local law enforcement are gearing up to crack down. Wednesday multiple agencies held a seat belt enforcement zone in East Moline.
    A traditionally busy travel weekend is ahead for memorial day and local law enforcement are gearing up to crack down.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:17 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:17:47 GMT
    A Davenport couple fishing on the Mississippi River are now facing $5,000 in civil penalties for breaking fishing laws. The couple was in possession of 332 fish over the legal limit. The Iowa DNR filed
    A Davenport couple fishing on the Mississippi River are now facing $5,000 in civil penalties for breaking fishing laws. The couple was in possession of 332 fish over the legal limit. The Iowa DNR filed

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:17 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:17:41 GMT
    Cutting city services and public safety or raising fees and taxes? It's a tug-o-war for many cities, Burlington is going through it now with a 633-thousand dollar projected budget deficit. The city
    Cutting city services and public safety or raising fees and taxes? It's a tug-o-war for many cities, Burlington is going through it now with a 633-thousand dollar projected budget deficit. The city

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:14 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:14:15 GMT
    A new mental health outreach center opening in Davenport will be able to help those in the area. Today, Vera French hosted an open house at the new "Carol Center."        Group officials say the new building
    A new mental health outreach center opening in Davenport will be able to help those in the area. Today, Vera French hosted an open house at the new "Carol Center."        Group officials say the new building

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:10 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:10:40 GMT
    Moline grade schoolers are sending the message to soldiers that they're never alone even after deployment.         Franklin Elementary and the embroidery guild are presenting local soldiers with "kissing
    Moline grade schoolers are sending the message to soldiers that they're never alone even after deployment.         Franklin Elementary and the embroidery guild are presenting local soldiers with "kissing

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:55:05 GMT
    Small business owners are always looking for new ways to expand.  Today - many got that chance - by vying for government business. 700 businesses all around the QCA already have government contracts
    Small business owners are always looking for new ways to expand.  Today - many got that chance - by vying for government business. 700 businesses all around the QCA already have government contracts

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:32:02 GMT
    The Burlington Fire Department has a brand new life saving tool. The "Rescue Tube" helps first responders rescue someone trapped in a grain bin. "You would take a section and we would slide it down." The
    The Burlington Fire Department has a brand new life saving tool. The "Rescue Tube" helps first responders rescue someone trapped in a grain bin. "You would take a section and we would slide it down." The

  • May 21, 2013 04:14 PM CDT2013-05-22 21:19:39 GMT
    Iowa authorities are searching for a missing teenage girl they believe was kidnapped. Her family released a statement to the public.
    Iowa authorities are searching for a missing teenage girl they believe was kidnapped. Her family released a statement to the public.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:54:53 GMT
    Rock Island County is among 14 counties approved for federal disaster aid to help people and businesses recover from the April flood. The other counties included were Bureau, Crawford, Henderson, Knox,
    Rock Island County is among 14 counties approved for federal disaster aid to help people and businesses recover from the April flood. The other counties included were Bureau, Crawford, Henderson, Knox,

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:19 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:19:16 GMT
    A week after opening a new branch, the CEO and president of Ascentra Credit Union has died. Paul Lensmeyer, 62, of LeClaire, Iowa died at the University of Iowa Hospital on Sunday, May 20, 2013. In
    A week after opening a new branch, the CEO and president of Ascentra Credit Union has died. Paul Lensmeyer, 62, of LeClaire, Iowa died at the University of Iowa Hospital on Sunday, May 20, 2013. In

  • May 22, 2013 10:15 AM CDT2013-05-22 17:47:09 GMT
    10:15 am: I-74 bridge traffic is flowing freely. All accidents have been cleaned up. 9:55 am: One Illinois bound lane is now open as officials clear vehicles from the scene of the accident. 9:10 am:
    10:15 am: I-74 bridge traffic is flowing freely. All accidents have been cleaned up. 9:55 am: One Illinois bound lane is now open as officials clear vehicles from the scene of the accident. 9:10 am:

  • May 21, 2013 10:34 PM CDT2013-05-22 12:28:51 GMT
    Our KWQC kid reporter Ayden Ristau shared with us his winning letter written to his grandpa and a tribute to our local veterans. This is Part One of "Ayden's Adventures."
    Our KWQC kid reporter Ayden Ristau shared with us his winning letter written to his grandpa and a tribute to our local veterans. This is Part One of "Ayden's Adventures."

  • May 21, 2013 10:30 PM CDT2013-05-22 12:28:14 GMT
    Seeing the video and hearing the stories of the Oklahoma tornado's sheer destructive power, many of us are asking "What can we do to help?" Many relief organizations are looking for donations. But, so
    Seeing the video and hearing the stories of the Oklahoma tornado's sheer destructive power, many of us are asking "What can we do to help?" Many relief organizations are looking for donations. But, so

  • Deadly Semi Accident on Highway 22

    Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:38 AM EDT2013-05-22 11:38:30 GMT
    The driver of a tanker carrying liquid fertilizer is dead after an accident on May 21st, in Muscatine County.  The Muscatine County Sheriffs Office says is happened one mile east of Nichols, IA, on Highway
    The driver of a tanker carrying liquid fertilizer is dead after an accident on May 21st, in Muscatine County.  The Muscatine County Sheriffs Office says is happened one mile east of Nichols, IA, on Highway

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:19 AM EDT2013-05-22 11:19:30 GMT
    From 2 P.M. to 4 P.M. on May 22nd, Capri College in Davenport is offering $5 haircuts to support Oklahoma relief efforts.  Specifically, All proceeds will go towards the schools affected in Moore, OK. Capri
    From 2 P.M. to 4 P.M. on May 22nd, Capri College in Davenport is offering $5 haircuts to support Oklahoma relief efforts.  Specifically, All proceeds will go towards the schools affected in Moore, OK. Capri

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:27 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:27:52 GMT
    Animal abuse stories raise lots of anger from people when they hear about a new case. Yet, many cases of suspected abuse don't end up with an abuser being sent to prison. in fact, many cases don't make
    Animal abuse stories raise lots of anger from people when they hear about a new case. Yet, many cases of suspected abuse don't end up with an abuser being sent to prison. in fact, many cases don't make

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:08 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:08:57 GMT
    As with many disasters we've seen in recent years people around the country want to help those affected in Oklahoma whether that's through monetary donations, collecting food, or even volunteering.
    As with many disasters we've seen in recent years people around the country want to help those affected in Oklahoma whether that's through monetary donations, collecting food, or even volunteering.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:38 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:38:51 GMT
    Dixon, Ill police say a survivalist took it one step too far when they found guns and ammunition inside his home, located in the 500 block of S. Lincoln Ave. A shocking stockpile of weapons: guns, knives,
    Dixon, Ill police say a survivalist took it one step too far when they found guns and ammunition inside his home, located in the 500 block of S. Lincoln Ave. A shocking stockpile of weapons: guns, knives,

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:21:05 GMT
    Crime angers its victims, but there are some crimes that send shock waves through a community. One crime that has that ability is animal abuse. The Quad Cities has seen two high profile cases in the
    Crime angers its victims, but there are some crimes that send shock waves through a community. One crime that has that ability is animal abuse. The Quad Cities has seen two high profile cases in the

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:16:00 GMT
    East Moline P.D. has arrested 3 subjects for a string of burglaries. Jesse Hurtado, 19, of East Moline is being held on a $40,000 bond and Nathaniel Stiner, 18, of East Moline is being held on a $50,000
    East Moline P.D. has arrested 3 subjects for a string of burglaries. Jesse Hurtado, 19, of East Moline is being held on a $40,000 bond and Nathaniel Stiner, 18, of East Moline is being held on a $50,000

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:08:56 GMT
    In times of severe weather - saving just a few steps can save a life.  After yesterday's tornado in Oklahoma, some area schools took a tragedy and turned into a time for learning - reviewing storm drills. Because
    In times of severe weather - saving just a few steps can save a life.  After yesterday's tornado in Oklahoma, some area schools took a tragedy and turned into a time for learning - reviewing storm drills. Because

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:44 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:44:20 GMT
    Scott County Attorney Michael Walton said while the state auditor identified $9,395.88 of "improper and unsupported disbursements", his investigation found no evidence of a criminal act and no charges will be filed
    Scott County Attorney Michael Walton said while the state auditor identified $9,395.88 of "improper and unsupported disbursements", his investigation found no evidence of a criminal act and no charges will be filed

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:14 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:14:30 GMT
    Traffic on Interstate 80 was slow-going Tuesday morning after a semi caught fire. The Iowa State Patrol says around 6:30 a.m., a tire started on fire and then spread to the back of the truck. Both westbound
    Traffic on Interstate 80 was slow-going Tuesday morning after a semi caught fire. The Iowa State Patrol says around 6:30 a.m., a tire started on fire and then spread to the back of the truck. Both westbound

  • On Monday afternoon, May 20, 2013, a devastating tornado ripped through the town of Moore, Oklahoma. We are still learning the number of lives that were lost, not to mention the lives that were turned
    On Monday afternoon, May 20, 2013, a devastating tornado ripped through the town of Moore, Oklahoma. We are still learning the number of lives that were lost, not to mention the lives that were turned

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:16 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:16:11 GMT
    "Those are despicable people, you know, it's that simple," says Scott County Sheriff Dennis Conard. "It always tugs on the emotional strings when you see that an animal has been harmed," says Rock Island
    "Those are despicable people, you know, it's that simple," says Scott County Sheriff Dennis Conard. "It always tugs on the emotional strings when you see that an animal has been harmed," says Rock Island

  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:32 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:32:38 GMT
    There's definitely going to be a long road to recovery for people in Moore, Oklahoma.  One Quad Cities native who now lives in the Oklahoma City area not far from where the deadly tornado struck on
    There's definitely going to be a long road to recovery for people in Moore, Oklahoma.

  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:21:30 GMT
    When a weather emergency happens it's critical to get as much information out to as many people as possible. Weather radios and TV do that well, but they can lose power. There's another technology that
    When a weather emergency happens it's critical to get as much information out to as many people as possible. Weather radios and TV do that well, but they can lose power. There's another technology that

  • Monday, May 20 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:32:16 GMT
    A storm that moved over Carroll County on Sunday evening left a path of damage. Several farms have buildings and equipment that need repairs. However, everyone affected is grateful the damage is not more
    A storm that moved over Carroll County on Sunday evening left a path of damage. Several farms have buildings and equipment that need repairs. However, everyone affected is grateful the damage is not more

  • Monday, May 20 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:42:26 GMT
    We used to call them tornado sirens. But now, in Scott and Rock Island Counties that term is wrong. Emergency dispatchers will sound the sirens for three reasons: "They'll sound the sirens every 15 minutes
    We used to call them tornado sirens. But now, in Scott and Rock Island Counties that term is wrong. Emergency dispatchers will sound the sirens for three reasons: "They'll sound the sirens every 15 minutes

  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:45:18 GMT
    You can't hunt from your backyard. Or, can you? Right now, Rock Island is battling an overcrowding problem when it comes to it's deer population.  And they are looking for shelter in places that humans
    You can't hunt from your backyard. Or, can you? Right now, Rock Island is battling an overcrowding problem when it comes to it's deer population.  And they are looking for shelter in places that humans

  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:28:19 GMT
    With the damage from storms, Davenport city officials are reminding people they do pick up some branches curbside.       Branches less than six inches in diameter and less than five feet long can be placed
    With the damage from storms, Davenport city officials are reminding people they do pick up some branches curbside.       Branches less than six inches in diameter and less than five feet long can be placed

  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:23 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:23:14 GMT
    A break in the active weather made for a nice morning out on the bike path for the Friends of the Bettendorf Parks Foundation's golf cart tour.       People got the chance to see what the area parks and
    A break in the active weather made for a nice morning out on the bike path for the Friends of the Bettendorf Parks Foundation's golf cart tour.       People got the chance to see what the area parks and

  • Monday, May 20 2013 1:40 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:40:35 GMT
    The Kaaba Shriners are holding a screening clinic for children with orthopaedic conditions this Saturday, May 25, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The screenings will take place at the Masonic Center, 511
    The Kaaba Shriners are holding a screening clinic for children with orthopaedic conditions this Saturday, May 25, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The screenings will take place at the Masonic Center, 511

  • Monday, May 20 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:21:09 GMT
    Princeton Illinois police arrested two people in connection with an armed robbery over the weekend. Police say 30-year-old David Jones of Kewanee, Ill., entered Anne's Antiques displayed a handgun and
    Princeton Illinois police arrested two people in connection with an armed robbery over the weekend. Police say 30-year-old David Jones of Kewanee, Ill., entered Anne's Antiques displayed a handgun and

  • Monday, May 20 2013 10:38 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:38:36 GMT
    Camanche Police arrested five people on meth charges over the weekend Arrested were 59-year-old Charles McKenrick, 32-year-old Kimberly Lane, 33-year old Nathan Green and 42-year old David Shamp, junior,
    Camanche Police arrested five people on meth charges over the weekend Arrested were 59-year-old Charles McKenrick, 32-year-old Kimberly Lane, 33-year old Nathan Green and 42-year old David Shamp, junior,

  • May 20, 2013 06:48 AM CDT2013-05-20 13:40:37 GMT
    There are reports of a tornado in Thomson, Illinois, just after 7:45 P.M., on Sunday, May 20th. Most of Northwest Illinois felt strong winds because of the storms.  Chadwick, Illinois is in Carroll County.
    There are reports of a tornado in Thomson, Illinois, just after 7:45 P.M., on Sunday, May 20th. Most of Northwest Illinois felt strong winds because of the storms.  Chadwick, Illinois is in Carroll County.

  • May 18, 2013 06:25 PM CDT2013-05-20 13:40:17 GMT
    Months later, the families of the Sherrard fire victims are still trying to pick up the pieces and rebuild. Dozens are doing their best to help, gathering at the Milan Hy-Vee Saturday and donning purple
    Months later, the families of the Sherrard fire victims are still trying to pick up the pieces and rebuild. Dozens are doing their best to help, gathering at the Milan Hy-Vee Saturday and donning purple

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 11:24 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:24:38 GMT
    It doesn't seem to matter if you ask a man or a woman.  Someone young or old. The issue of legalizing medical marijuana for any purpose seems to push a lot of buttons. The only thing that stands in
    It doesn't seem to matter if you ask a man or a woman.  Someone young or old. The issue of legalizing medical marijuana for any purpose seems to push a lot of buttons. The only thing that stands in

  • Friday, May 17 2013 11:17 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:17:16 GMT
    A warning about a new synthetic drug reaching our streets. Like K2, and bath salts before it, this new drug, 2CE can be bought legally. Health officials say 2CE causes someone to hallucinate. Mimicking
    A warning about a new synthetic drug reaching our streets. Like K2, and bath salts before it, this new drug, 2CE can be bought legally. Health officials say 2CE causes someone to hallucinate. Mimicking

  • Friday, May 17 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:52:39 GMT
    It's Powerball fever as the jackpot grows to a staggering $600 million. It's the largest prize in the game's history and the world's second largest lottery jackpot ever. There are plenty of dreamers
       It's Powerball fever as the jackpot grows to a staggering $600 million.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 9:25 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:25:15 GMT
    Iowa lawmakers are giving farmers extra protection when it comes to liability for educational tours. This comes after a Supreme Court decision in February about a case dating back to 2010 in Fayette
    Iowa lawmakers are giving farmers extra protection when it comes to liability for educational tours.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 6:10 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:10:42 GMT
    Baseball is the national past time and the Clinton LumberKings are in the national spotlight. A new book "Class A: Baseball In The Middle of Everywhere" spotlights the teams 2010 season. "There's such
    Baseball is the national past time and the Clinton LumberKings are in the national spotlight. A new book "Class A: Baseball In The Middle of Everywhere" spotlights the teams 2010 season. "There's such

  • Friday, May 17 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:58:46 GMT
    The Geneseo Police Department is looking for information from anyone who may have witnessed a fake traffic stop. On Thursday, May 16, 2013 at around 5:50 a.m. a dark colored passenger care made a traffic
    The Geneseo Police Department is looking for information from anyone who may have witnessed a fake traffic stop. On Thursday, May 16, 2013 at around 5:50 a.m. a dark colored passenger care made a traffic

  • Friday, May 17 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:22:52 GMT
    While everyone is anxious to get out and enjoy the weather, the Mississippi River is still not cooperating. The river is still above flood stage in the Quad Cities as well as down stream. So what does
    While everyone is anxious to get out and enjoy the weather, the Mississippi River is still not cooperating. The river is still above flood stage in the Quad Cities as well as down stream.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 5:18 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:18:34 GMT
    Area law enforcement are honoring their own killed in the line of duty.        Today, the Honor Guard for the Davenport police department held a memorial remembering those killed while serving the community.
    Area law enforcement are honoring their own killed in the line of duty.        Today, the Honor Guard for the Davenport police department held a memorial remembering those killed while serving the community.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:09:09 GMT
    Governor Pat Quinn asked the federal government to add 16 Illinois counties to a recent federal disaster declaration for 11 counties hit by flooding. The counties in Illinois' 17th District included in
    Governor Pat Quinn asked the federal government to add 16 Illinois counties to a recent federal disaster declaration for 11 counties hit by flooding. The counties in Illinois' 17th District included in

  • Friday, May 17 2013 2:43 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:43:26 GMT
    The unemployment numbers were just released in Iowa and conditions seem to be looking up. The new numbers show the rate dropped to 4.7 percent in April, down from 4.9 percent in March, and well below
    The unemployment numbers were just released in Iowa and conditions seem to be looking up. The new numbers show the rate dropped to 4.7 percent in April, down from 4.9 percent in March, and well below

  • Friday, May 17 2013 2:23 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:23:07 GMT
    You're eyes aren't seeing things. Gas prices are headed higher in the Quad Cities and other parts of the country. "I spent 50 bucks on 11 and half gallons of gas", laughs Carine Iverson. She had another
    You're eyes aren't seeing things. Gas prices are headed higher in the Quad Cities and other parts of the country. "I spent 50 bucks on 11 and half gallons of gas", laughs Carine Iverson. She had another

  • Friday, May 17 2013 1:10 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:10:07 GMT
    Investigators are working to find the cause of a fire that damaged a Davenport home Thursday night, May 16, 2013. Fire crews were called to the house on Brown street around 6:00 p.m. because the roof
    Investigators are working to find the cause of a fire that damaged a Davenport home Thursday night, May 16, 2013. Fire crews were called to the house on Brown street around 6:00 p.m. because the roof

  • Friday, May 17 2013 10:44 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:44:15 GMT
    Here are the top six stories on kwqc.com for the week or May 12, 2013; Military Homecoming Surprise For Graduating Preston HS Senior - The top story this week is a heart warmer about how a surprise visit
    Here are the top six stories on kwqc.com for the week or May 12, 2013; Military Homecoming Surprise For Graduating Preston HS Senior - The top story this week is a heart warmer about how a surprise visit

  • Overnight Abandoned House Fire

    Friday, May 17 2013 8:43 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:43:08 GMT
    Just after 10:45 P.M., May 16th, Davenport fire crews were called to the scene of an abandoned house fire in the 1900 block of Vine Street. Crews say when they arrived on scene, they found the porch fully
    Just after 10:45 P.M., May 16th, Davenport fire crews were called to the scene of an abandoned house fire in the 1900 block of Vine Street. Crews say when they arrived on scene, they found the porch fully

  • May 16, 2013 10:37 PM CDT2013-05-17 12:38:13 GMT
    Changes could be coming to Iowa's hunting and trapping seasons, and the Department of Natural Resources is asking for your input. Take bobcats. You may not have ever seen one in your backyard or local
    Changes could be coming to Iowa's hunting and trapping seasons, and the Department of Natural Resources is asking for your input.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:25 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:25:22 GMT
    Selling used baby gear is a great way to get back money for the things your baby has outgrown. "I can see their point, you know they want to make a little money and garage sales are nice," says Keene
    Selling used baby gear is a great way to get back money for the things your baby has outgrown. "I can see their point, you know they want to make a little money and garage sales are nice," says Keene

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:27 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:27:27 GMT
    A love of both art and insects is getting one Davenport Central High student national attention.   Senior, Josh Byrne has a portfolio full of sketches of everything from beetles to meal worms. He
    A love of both art and insects is getting one Davenport Central High student national attention.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:21:47 GMT
    Traffic is moving again along I-80 in Henry County. After being closed most of Thursday to clean up a chemical spill from a crashed tanker truck. Toluene was spilled, which is used in plastic and gasoline
    Traffic is moving again along I-80 in Henry County. After being closed most of Thursday to clean up a chemical spill from a crashed tanker truck. Toluene was spilled, which is used in plastic and gasoline

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 10:58 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:58:37 GMT
    Imagine crossing the country in an electric golf cart at 25 miles an hour. It's what a group of off-duty Coast Guardsmen is doing right now. Crew members are using all their leave to travel from Petaluma,
    Imagine crossing the country in an electric golf cart at 25 miles an hour. It's what a group of off-duty Coast Guardsmen is doing right now.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 10:07 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:07:32 GMT
    "Safety First" extended to a safety fair in East Moline. It was the first annual "Linking Our Villages for Educational Equity" kid's safety fair. The "LOVEE" event was held at the Aldridge Early Learning
    "Safety First" extended to a safety fair in East Moline. It was the first annual "Linking Our Villages for Educational Equity" kid's safety fair. The "LOVEE" event was held at the Aldridge Early Learning

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 7:14 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:14:14 GMT
    An update to a story TV6 has been following since 2011. Sterling doctor Dr. Richard Ng has been indicted by a federal grand jury on 89 counts of tax fraud and illegally prescribing prescription medication.
    An update to a story TV6 has been following since 2011. Sterling doctor Dr. Richard Ng has been indicted by a federal grand jury on 89 counts of tax fraud and illegally prescribing prescription medication.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:12:14 GMT
    Being a firefighter isn't as easy as it looks. "In the first 10 minutes, that's the hardest part of the fire, because you're pulling the hose, you're searching the building, you're on your hands and knees
    Being a firefighter isn't as easy as it looks. "In the first 10 minutes, that's the hardest part of the fire, because you're pulling the hose, you're searching the building, you're on your hands and knees

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 7:04 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:04:52 GMT
    Around 100 people in the Savanna, Ill. area have received fraudulent charges on their credit cards recently. Morgan Ottier reports, tonight at 6:00 on KWQC-TV6.
    Carroll County, Ill is currently the target of credit and debit card fraud. Over the weekend, about 100 people have reported strange charges to their bank accounts.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 5:41 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:41:29 GMT
    Things are back to normal in Annawan after a full day of traffic backups following a closure on I-80. Although business owners say, the extra traffic didn't help much. Mark Stevens (@MarkStevensTV) has
    Things are back to normal in Annawan after a full day of traffic backups following a closure on I-80. Although business owners say, the extra traffic didn't help much. Mark Stevens (@MarkStevensTV) has

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    The Dubuque Police Department is warning people about an email phishing scam that's making the rounds. They say they've received complaints concerning a spoofed email sent from someone claiming to be

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    The state of Iowa just broke a record that we can be very thankful for. The state has gone for the longest stretch of time without a reported tornado, 356 straight days. The last time a tornado occurred

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