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Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
	102-year-old WWII veteran honored at 65th Honor Flight of the Quad Cities 80 veterans were on board the flight, including a 102-year-old World War II veteran named Ted Albert.
	Rock Island 3rd grader going to national competition with her squirrel-deterring invention 9-year-old Quinn Koski invented a way to redirect squirrels from chewing on her parents' patio furniture and railings.
	Bettendorf Parks and Recreation asks for community input on Forest Grove Park Bettendorf Parks and Recreation is asking for community input on developing Forest Grove Park.
	Grammy-nominated Ingrid Andress to perform in Bishop Hill Crossroads Cultural Connections will present an evening of live music with multi-Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress on Monday, May 11, at Bishop Hill Creative Commons, 309 N. Bishop Hill St., with opening support from Angela Meyer, a news release says. The evening will begin at 6: p.m. with an optional potluck dinner, offering guests a chance to gather and connect before the [...]
	Augustana’s Kinesiology Department celebrates learning with fitness clinic Augustana held it’s annual Celebration of Learning day, which showcases student, staff and faculty work.
	Davenport Speedway prepares for Open Wheel Madness Sprint car racing is back at Davenport Speedway in 2026. Three sprint car events have been scheduled for this season. The first is Open Wheel Madness on Friday, May 8, with winged sprint cars and midget racers. The sprint cars feature the Interstate Racing Association and will mark the first time 410 sprint cars have [...]
	Secretary Howard Lutnick is questioned by House lawmakers over his Epstein ties Lutnick said last year that he cut ties with Epstein, his former neighbor, in 2005. But the Epstein files indicate that the two kept in contact, including for a 2012 lunch on Epstein's private island.
	New Bettendorf bus cams lead to tickets within 24 hours for dangerous offense New cameras on Bettendorf busses look to catch people who drive around parked busses with their lights on and stop arm out
	Scott County Animal Protection Services team saves ducklings that fell through grate When a family of ducklings fell through a sewer grate and mom flew the coop, a response team of Officer Keltz and Officer McGlynn from Scott County Animal Protection Services climbed down into the sewers and brought them to safety, according to a Facebook post. "We're incredibly happy to share that all ducklings are safe [...]
	More than $36,000 from sales of Big Grove's Neighborhood Beer awarded to community members The funding was awarded to 68 individuals and organizations for projects across Iowa and Nebraska.
	Arc of the Quad Cities hosts MLK Food Drive The Arc of the Quad Cities is hosting a 2-week long food drive in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy of service to others.
	Morrison is now a designated Tree City USA town through the passion of volunteers Tom Nedbal has spent a lot of his life around trees. After retiring from his day job, he and his wife Genevieve started an apple orchard. Eighteen years after that, they weren't able to keep up with the daily chores. Soon after, Nedbal's wife passed away, but Nedbal's passion for tree persists. He's not only [...]
	Burlington recycling facility fire ruled accidental A fire at a metal recycling facility in Burlington Wednesday was found to be accidental.
	No one injured after fire engulfs Burlington warehouse Shortly before noon Wednesday, the Burlington Fire Department was dispatched for a warehouse engulfed in fire in the 2100 block of West Burlington Avenue, according to a news release from the Burlington Fire Department. Burlington. Fire crews arrived on scene within seven minutes at the warehouse - commonly known as Alter Metal Recycling - to [...]
	Over $850,000 in scholarships awarded to Quad Cities students 76 scholarships were awarded to students of all ages and educational paths from community colleges and four year universities to trade and technical schools.
	Childhood home of jazz legend Bix Beiderbecke is for sale in Davenport The historic house is listed at $220,000. It will need a new roof and lots of updates, but preservationists say it's just waiting for the right person to come along.
	City of Moline to host 2nd annual Bike to Work Day The celebration is in partnership with the Quad Cities Bicycle club and will be from 6 to 9 a.m. on May 11 at Bass Street Landing.
	Illinois lawmakers question progress under Evidence-Based Funding for public education As budget negotiations kicked into high gear at the Illinois Statehouse this week, lawmakers from both chambers have begun to assess how much progress has been made under the Evidence-Based Funding formula for public schools.
	Davenport man accused of sexually abusing 11-year-old girl He is charged in Scott County District Court with one count of second-degree sexual abuse.
	9th annual Shops with Hops to benefit Getting Heroes Home nonprofit On Saturday May 16, you can shop and sip your way through downtown LeClaire. The proceeds will help bring local military members home.
	Rock Island school creates community garden through club The University of Illinois Extension is teaching students at Thurgood Marshall Learning Center, Rock Island, to embrace their green thumbs. Students spent part of their morning Wednesday building beds for a new community garden., which is run through a school club that started last week. "I wanted to join this one because we used to [...]
	Crews battle fire at Burlington recycling center A fire official who spoke to News 8 said he was unaware of any injuries.
	Muscatine warns of scam asking for large event fees Several individuals and organizations have reported receiving emails, texts, or phone calls from someone claiming to be from the city and demanding up-front payments to secure approval for events.
	Rescued beagles from Wisconsin facility now recovering in Davenport The dogs are part of a larger effort to relocate about 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms near Madison.
	Inside Iowa Politics: Why VP Vance came to Iowa Vice President J.D. Vance came to Iowa Wednesday to hold a political rally for U.S. Zach Nunn.
	WWII veteran, 102, attends his first Honor Flight as Honor Flight of the Quad Cities celebrates its 65th The 65th Honor Flight of the Quad Cities departed from the Quad Cities International Airport (QCIA) this morning. While the flight celebrates every vet, there was only World War II veteran on this honor flight. Ted Albert is 102. Wednesday was his first honor flight. "I served in the Air Force. And when? Heck, I [...]
	John Deere partners with Freedom 250 to celebrate nation's birthday Freedom 250 has announced a new strategic partnership with John Deere, according to a news release. "This partnership brings together John Deere — an enduring symbol of American ingenuity and strength — and Freedom 250, united by a shared mission to honor our nation’s heritage and inspire Americans to come together in celebration of its [...]
	Augustana opens new Stem Q student resource center The center offers help with coursework, study skills and problem solving.
	Crews battle fire at Burlington recycling center A fire official who spoke to News 8 said he was unaware of any injuries.
	QCSO plans rare out-of-town concert next year at new WIU performing arts center The Quad City Symphony Orchestra will perform April 5, 2027 at the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts, on Western Illinois University’s campus, Macomb.
	City of Muscatine warns of scam involving permit applications, impersonation of city departments The scam is targeting event planners, vendors and organizations by impersonating city planning, zoning or special event departments to solicit large “event fees."
	Bix Beiderbecke's childhood home is up for sale Nathaniel Kraft, director of the Bix Museum, joined The Current to speak about Bix's impact on American music and some legends associated with the home.
	Lee County, Illinois sheriff warns of suspicious interactions involving children The Lee County Sheriff's Office has reported two incidents of suspicious interactions with children in Franklin Grove and Amboy, urging the public to be vigilant.
	Massive scrapyard fire in Kewanee destroys building, sends smoke across central Illinois A large scrapyard fire in Kewanee Tuesday afternoon destroyed a building and office area, shut down roads and drew aid from numerous agencies.
	Childhood home of jazz legend Bix Beiderbecke is up for sale! News 8's Shelby Kluver got a tour of the historic home. Take a look!
	Davenport man charged with sexual abuse, grooming of a minor Daniel Griffin, 25, was arrested Tuesday and is charged with sexual abuse, grooming and other related charges.
	Davenport reaches settlement with motorcyclist hit by suspect during pursuit; council to vote Davenport has reached a settlement, pending council approval, with a motorcyclist struck by a suspect Davenport police pursued in 2020.
	Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the Taco and Margarita Festival You can take in a street party with area vendors, live entertainment, drinks and some of the best Mexican-inspired food in the QCA. Patricia Hansen and Dawn Imel joined Our Quad Cities News with all the delicious details on the Taco and Margarita Festival. For more information, click here.
	Burlington police identify vehicle tied to Crapo Park vandalism Burlington police said they have identified the vehicle and owner connected to recent vandalism that damaged grass and landscaping at Crapo Park.
	QC Farmers' Market returns to Rock Island Downtown Rock Island will be alive with local food, art, crafts and so much more!! Ian Forslund and Jack Cullen joined Our Quad Cities News to talk about the QC Farmers' Market. For more information, click here.
	Watchdogs, AG call for massive cuts to Peoples Gas rate request Consumer advocates filed their first testimony in this year’s Peoples Gas rate hike case, calling on the ICC to cut the $205 million request by at least $137 million.
	Quad Cities commercial real estate market report released for 2026 The report focuses on current conditions and trends shaping the Quad Cities region.
	Have you seen these suspects? Crime Stoppers wants to know! Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities wants your help catching two fugitives. It’s an Our Quad Cities News exclusive. You can get an elevated reward for information on this week’s cases: RENITA CLAY, 25, 4’11"” tall", 171 pounds. Wanted by Iowa DOC High Risk Unit and Scott County Sheriff’s Office for parole violation on convictions [...]
	Rock Island County Health Department offering STI screenings and Narcan kits Rock Island County Health Department Chief Nursing Officer Tracy Keenon says the screening covers four STIs with results within 48 hours. The testing is $25, but can be waived for lack of funding. The department is also continuing its free Narcan kit outreach program. Since May 2024, the department has given out nearly 700 kits. Anyone can request one, and the department staff will show how to administer the lifesaving opioid overdose nasal spray, no questions asked.
	Salem City Council responds to planned closure of Salem Elementary School The Salem City Council released a statement following the decision to permanently close Salem Elementary School at the end of 2027.
	Massive scrapyard fire in Kewanee destroys building, sends smoke across central Illinois A large scrapyard fire in Kewanee Tuesday afternoon destroyed a building and office area, shut down roads and drew aid from numerous agencies.
	3 juveniles charged after being found with BB guns near park, Silvis City Hall Three juveniles have been charged after being found with BB guns near a park and City Hall in Silvis.
	2 firefighters injured while battling garage fire At 9:07 p.m., crews arrived to see smoke coming from an attached garage in the 800 block of Robin Road, according to a news release.
	KWQC, KCRG-TV9 to host Democratic congressional forum KWQC and KCRG-TV9 will host a live, commercial-free candidate forum for Democrats running for Iowa’s Second Congressional District seat ahead of the June 2 primary election.
	These companies help parents try to pick their babies' traits. Experts are wary Prospective parents can now pick embryos based on risk predictions for thousands of diseases and odds for specific traits. But should they?
	Death Notice: Lonnie Pool Lonnie Ray Pool, 66, of LeClaire, died Saturday, May 2, 2026, at his home. A private family burial will take place in McCausland on Wednesday, May 13, with a public luncheon to follow at 11 a.m. at the McCausland United Methodist Church. The family invites all who loved Lonnie to come celebrate. Weerts Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements. A full obituary will appear in the May 13 edition of The NSP.
	Republicans want to add $1 billion for Trump's ballroom security to ICE funding plan Republicans in Congress are proposing $1 billion in funding for security for President Trump's White House ballroom as part of their partisan plan to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
	Preserving pollinators is good for health -- and income Pollinators have economic and health benefits, but those benefits have been difficult to quantify. A new study puts some numbers to how important pollinators are for both nutrition and income.
	Coya’s Cafe to reopen in former Adolph’s Mexican Foods Coye’s Cafe is moving. The Moline favorite celebrates its final 4th Avenue day before opening at a renovated location on Avenue of the Cities.
	Rock Island Co. man deemed sexually violent by judge A Rock Island County judge has declared Ryan Rogers a sexually violent person, ordering him into IDHS custody following his past sex crime conviction.
	2 firefighters injured in Muscatine garage fire A fire at a Muscatine home Tuesday night caused an estimated $15,000 in damage. Two firefighters suffered minor injuries.
	Iowa family farms are disappearing. One farmer has a plan to save his. Who will farm Iowa's fields in 20 years? For many family farmers, that question could mean the difference between their legacy continuing or disappearing altogether.
	Man facing weapons charge in connection with road rage incident A Davenport man is accused of pointing a weapon at a person during a road rage incident Tuesday night.
	Tuesday night fire in Muscatine causes $15,000 in damage No occupants were injured, but two firefighters were treated on scene for minor injuries and immediately returned to duty.
	Three juveniles charged after reported weapons incident near Schadt Park in Silvis Three juveniles were charged after police responded to reports of a person with a possible firearm near Schadt Park in Silvis Tuesday.
	Davenport man accused of asking for child sexual abuse material on Instagram Jeremiah Archer, 50, was arrested Tuesday and is charged with sexual exploitation of a minor, a Class B felony, and grooming, a Class D felony.
	Muscatine crews respond to garage fire Muscatine firefighters responded to a garage fire last night. The Muscatine Joint Communications Center (MUSCOM) received a 911 call reporting a fire in the attic of a two-story single-family home in the 800 block of Robin Road on May 5 at about 9:07 p.m. The Muscatine Fire Department responded with 13 firefighters and the Muscatine [...]
	Watch boys go from frightened to feral in an unforgettable 'Lord of the Flies' A TV adaptation of William Golding's 1954 novel follows schoolboys who survive a plane crash and must fend for themselves on a deserted island. It was co-written by Adolescence creator Jack Thorne.
	New Horizons, Muscatine, moving to new location New Horizons in Muscatine has a new location, effective Monday, May 11. New Horizons, a part of UnityPoint Health – Robert Young Center, will move its offices inside the existing Robert Young Center at 1616 Cedar Street, across the street from its previous location. The move ensures continued access to high-quality, compassionate care for people [...]
	Officials: Large fire at scrapyard powered by fuel tanks that failed Officials are investigating, but said the fire is being considered accidental.
	QC transit systems offer free rides to bikers during Bike to Work Week QC transit systems are marking National Bike to Work Week May 11 – 17 with free rides for anyone who brings along a bike. Davenport CitiBus, Bettendorf Transit and MetroLINK are encouraging Quad City commuters to combine biking and public transit as part of their daily trips to and from work. The three transit systems [...]
	Greetings from a sea village in Indonesia, where Indigenous fishing gets help from mangroves As a water taxi rounded a corner at sunset, the village of Torosiaje came into view, with its colorful stilted houses perched over the Molucca Sea.
	Brash CNN founder Ted Turner dies Turner had a larger-than-life personality, and used it to launch the country's first 24/7 all-news network.
	'A trailblazer, a rabble-rouser, a do-gooder': CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87 Turner had a larger-than-life personality, and used it to launch the country's first 24/7 all-news network.
	Temperatures warming up toward the weekend May has certainly gotten off to a cool start with temperatures over the past couple of days being colder than normal in the 50s and low 60s. It was only this past Monday when temperatures exceeded the 80s, but things are warming up through this week. By Friday we will be nearing the 70s to [...]
	Moline celebrating Bike to Work Day with free breakfast The City of Moline is celebrating Bike to Work Day on Monday, May 11 from 6 - 9 a.m. at Bass Street Landing, 1601 River Drive. The event is being held in partnership with the Quad City Bicycle Club (QCBC) and will offer free breakfast and coffee for cyclists and community members. The public is [...]
	Geneseo to host inaugural downtown Wine Walk The first‑ever Geneseo Wine Walk is set for May 30, a 3–7 p.m. downtown event featuring more than a dozen wine‑tasting stops, shopping promotions, live music and a pedestrian‑only State Street experience requiring advance tickets.
	Honor Flight 65 takes off from Quad Cities International Airport Honor Flight 65 took off Wednesday morning, sending local veterans to Washington, D.C. for a day of remembrance and recognition.
	Have you lost or are worried about losing SNAP benefits? NPR wants to hear your story NPR wants to hear from people impacted by changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
	Iran's Revolutionary Guard says ships can now pass through the Strait of Hormuz Iran's Revolutionary Guard says safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be provided after President Trump said he was pausing a U.S. military-guided effort to let merchant vessels through.
	Iran's Revolutionary Guard says ships can now pass the Strait of Hormuz Iran's Revolutionary Guard says safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be provided after President Trump said he was pausing a U.S. military-guided effort to let merchant vessels through.
	Iran says ships can pass Strait of Hormuz as Trump warns of bombings without a deal Iran's Revolutionary Guard says safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be provided after President Trump said he was pausing a U.S. military-guided effort to let merchant vessels through.
	FULL \| Vice President JD Vance, Republican leaders speak at Zach Nunn campaign event in Des Moines The visit came less than a month before the June 2 primary that sets up November’s midterm elections, where Nunn is expected to face state Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott
	New book imagines Hans Christian Andersen showing up to Charles Dickens' house In Five Weeks in the Country, author Francine Prose imagines a distressing, ill-timed visit to Charles Dickens' home in 1857 — offering a memorable twist on the classic English country house drama.
	Orion board hears concerns from neighbors of potential DG Market site Two residents whose condos border the Dollar General property on Route 150, spoke to trustees Monday about the need for a fence between the properties.
	Scott County considers updating public records policy after settlement The board will vote on the proposed policy at its 5 p.m. meeting on Thursday.
	Everyday People: A boy-mom becomes the grandmother to a little girl Aimee and Rick Coursey spent the morning working on their still-new property in rural Milan. They took a break for lunch at Meatheads Cookout in town.
	Culinary arts courses in the Quad-Cities provide robust, applicable programs As certain sectors saw hits last year, the hospitality and food service industry grew; here's how some Quad-Cities schools are preparing students for the food industry.
	Paying Attention This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Father Bonn was one of Rock Island's saints. He lived in a dark two-room basement apartment with a hot plate in a dying…
	A new Medicare option for weight loss drugs is coming: Here's what to know Millions of people with Medicare will soon be eligible to get discounted GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. Here's how it will work.
	Poll: Trump blamed for gas prices as Democrats gain midterm edge A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll finds strong support for Democrats this midterm season. It also shows increasing concern about the war in Iran and the economy, particularly the price of gas.
	Lindsey Vonn's Olympic crash was a horrific setback. But she's never been one to hide Vonn defied her doubters to race in the Olympics on a torn ACL, but her comeback dream ended with a broken left leg. Most people would want to hide after such a setback — but Vonn isn't most people.
	Do you say 'wash' or 'warsh?' Here's where the pronunciation comes from Trump's nominee for the Federal Reserve chair, Kevin Warsh, has dominated headlines for weeks. For some, his surname is a reminder of a disappearing accent in South Midland America.
	Man arrested in Scott County for road rage incident A man was arrested in Scott County in connection with a road rage incident. According to a release from the Scott County Sheriff's Office, the Scott Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call May 5 at approximately 4:21 p.m., stating that a firearm was pointed at a victim during a reported road rage incident. An [...]
	Iowa gas, diesel prices near record highs: AAA DES MOINES, Iowa -- Gas and diesel prices in Iowa are nearing record highs. According to AAA, the average price for regular unleaded gas in Iowa reached $4.14 per gallon on Tuesday, one of the highest prices seen since a record average of $4.76 per gallon in 2022. Yesterday, prices in Iowa averaged $3.94. A [...]
	Cook review: The animated short 'What is Dyslexia?' is joyful. WATCH IT HERE. For many years, I taught college classes. I have one regret. I stopped teaching some years ago, and now I can't show "What is Dyslexia?" in any of my classes. My students - the youngest of whom was 18, if I remember correctly - were adults. Some of them had a rough go during their [...]
	Zelenskyy slams Russia as strikes kill 22 in Ukraine before announced ceasefire Zelenskyy rebuked Moscow for what he said was its "utter cynicism" in launching the attacks after Russia announced a unilateral ceasefire over two days later this week.
	Police say Australian women with alleged IS ties face charges on return from Syria The Australian government had been alerted Wednesday that four women and nine children had booked flights from Damascus to Australia, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said.
	City and Augustana College share plans for proposed Rock Island 550-acre land, water reserve Officials discussed the city’s partnership with Augustana students and faculty, who will help study the area’s ecosystem and gather community feedback to help create a long-term management plan for the wetlands.
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
	Will gas prices soon cool drastically in Iowa and Illinois, other states? After spiking last week, double-digit dips could be coming soon.
	Alleman survives United Township in 2OT thriller, wins on second penalty shootout Alleman girls soccer defeated United Township in a thrilling double overtime and second penalty shootout.
	United Township defeats Moline 4-1 United Township baseball defeated Moline 4-1 at home.
	Davenport man accused of brandishing a firearm during road rage incident A 21-year-old Davenport man was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly pointed a handgun at another person during what authorities are calling a road rage incident.
	Davenport man arrested after allegedly asking minor for nude photo over Instagram A Davenport man has been arrested for allegedly asking a 14-year-old girl to send him a nude photo of herself over the social media platform Instagram.
	Vance touts taxes, trade and American jobs during Iowa visit The vice president will visit Ex-Guard Industries with Republican Rep. Zach Nunn and deliver remarks.

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