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Saturday, November 29th, 2025
	FDA to raise hurdles for vaccines, faulting COVID shots for 10 kids' deaths Food and Drug Administration officials say they will ratchet up requirements for vaccine studies, citing concerns about COVID shots for kids. But public health experts question the agency's analysis.
	1 firefighter injured after porch fire A firefighter had minor injures, and a cat died after an early morning porch fire Saturday, firefighters say.
	A major winter storm disrupts travel as millions head home after Thanksgiving The storm will spread through the Midwest and Great Lakes regions over the weekend with "widespread heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions," the National Weather Service said.
	Iowa Mississippi Valley YMCAs closing early due to weather All branches of the Iowa Mississippi Valley YMCA will be closing at two p.m. on Saturday due to weather. They plan to open for normal hours on Sunday, November 30.
	Christmas Walk canceled due to snow in Walnut Grove The organizers of Pioneer Village Annual Christmas Walk announce the cancellation of the Walnut Grove Pioneer Village Annual Christmas Walk event scheduled for Sunday, November 30 due to the severe weather forecast for the Quad City region. After careful consideration, the decision has been made to prioritize the safety of attendees, performers, volunteers and staff. [...]
	Acclaimed playwright Tom Stoppard dies at 88 The Czech-born British playwright is known for Arcadia, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead and The Coast of Utopia. Stoppard also wrote screenplays for Brazil and Shakespeare in Love.
	Snow continues, crews working on roads A significant early season winter storm is underway across the Quad Cities. As of mid-morning Saturday, three to six inches of snow are being reported. Snow removal crews are out and about clearing roads. Conditions vary around the area. Here's how it's looking in Davenport at the corner of West 12th Avenue and North Main [...]
	Moline Public Works crews prepare for heavy snowstorm expected to hit within hours Moline Public Works crews are prepping equipment, laying salt brine and staffing full shifts as a major winter storm approaches the Quad Cities on Friday night.
	Winter storm sparks flight cancellations The winter storm impacting the Midwest has brought flight cancelations at the Quad City International Airport.
	Firefighter sustains minor injuries in Rock Island fire One firefighter sustained minor injuries after the Rock Island Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the Hilltop neighborhood in east Rock Island at three a.m. on Saturday, a Facebook post from the department says. Crews experienced delays because of snow-covered roads, and heavy snow made travel difficult. When they arrived, firefighters were met [...]
	Flights canceled at QC International Airport Of the 15 flights scheduled to depart the Quad Cities International Airport today, nine of those already appear to be canceled. Of the 18 scheduled to arrive in the Quad Cities today, nine of those are canceled so far. They include flights to and from Chicago, Dallas, Denver and Charlotte, North Carolina. To see a [...]
	“Rodgers' & Hammerstein's Cinderella,” December 5 through 14 A glorious stage fairytale boasting a legendary score by an iconic composing duo, the Tony-winning Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella will be presented at Moline's Spotlight Theatre December 5 through 14, this beloved classic with its fresh script by Douglas Carter Beane an entertainment, according to the Associated Press, that "crackles with sweetness and freshness, combining a little Monty Python's Spamalot with some Les Misérables."
	Swedish vocal ensemble Kongero will perform in Bishop Hill Crossroads Cultural Connections will welcome internationally acclaimed Swedish vocal ensemble Kongero for a rare Midwest performance on Saturday, Dec. 6. at Bishop Hill Creative Commons. The evening begins with an optional community potluck at 6 p.m., followed by the concert at 7 p.m. This all-ages event is open to the public, with a suggested donation of $20–30, all of which goes [...]
	These Zika mothers went to battle -- and their cry was heard After the Zika outbreak ended in Brazil, many families faced a new reality: a child whose life was irrevocably altered after the mother contracted the virus while pregnant. Here's what happened next.
	Opinion: My kind of holiday song NPR's Scott Simon explains why The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" is a holiday song for those who have troubles and heartache.
	Memories of Muscatine: Burk Family Picnic This week for Memories of Muscatine: a postcard from 1907.
	Bettendorf sewer service north of I-80 ready to come online; city lays out other capital projects A multi-million-dollar sewer lift station is a step toward opening up land north of Interstate 80 for development in Bettendorf.
	Davenport preschools to see possible changes in new proposal Preschool at Davenport schools could look different in a few years under a proposal presented to the Davenport School Board.
	Pope's visit to Lebanon sparks hope but also frustration As Pope Leo prepares to visit northern Lebanon, Christian border villages in the south feel abandoned and struggle to rebuild after the war with Israel.
	Views of the Prairie This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.If you don't agree that central Illinois' prairies and rivers form a living Eden, perhaps you are looking from the…
	As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season ends, the future of forecasting is AI Meteorologists are surprised that the weather model that did the best job forecasting hurricanes this year was a new one, introduced by Google. AI may be the beginning of a new era of forecasting.
	Celebrate Christmas in LeClaire Get in the holiday spirit with the 41st Annual Christmas in LeClaire! According to a release, Christmas in LeClaire is a three-day event of bake sales, cookie sale, crafts, silent auction, Santas from around the world, fun run, music, shopping and much more: 🎅 The 4th Annual Light Up LeClaire Parade - Saturday, December 6, [...]
	Where things stand with the National Guard shooting in D.C. The Trump administration has halted the processing of immigration requests from Afghans and the president vowed to tighten his immigration crackdown after the shooting of two National Guard members.
	Winter Storm Warning until SUN 6:00 AM CST Heavy Snowfall and Strong Winds Expected Through Early Sunday Morning
	Eldridge Volunteer Fire Department hosts Holiday Toy Drive Help support local North Scott families in need this holiday season. According to a release, the Eldridge Volunteer Fire Department is the 2nd Annual Holiday Toy Drive. Community members can bring a new, unwrapped toy or a cash donation. Kids and families can also meet Sparky, tour a fire truck, and enjoy a sweet treat. [...]
Friday, November 28th, 2025
	Moline Public Works crews prepare for heavy snowstorm expected to hit within hours Moline Public Works crews are prepping equipment, laying salt brine and staffing full shifts as a major winter storm approaches the Quad Cities on Friday night.
	2 arrested after overnight shooting in Davenport that killed 2, injured 1 Raymond L. Robinson and Danny W. Howard Jr. have been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and four counts of intimidation with a dangerous weapon.
	2 arrested after overnight shooting in Davenport that killed 2, injured 1 Raymond L. Robinson and Danny W. Howard Jr. have been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and four counts of intimidation with a dangerous weapon.
	Two arrested in connection with Friday shooting deaths in Davenport; victims identified Two men have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the shooting deaths of two men early Friday at a Davenport lounge.
	Quad Cities public works depts. prepare for winter storm Many public works departments took to the roads Friday afternoon with a salt and water brine ahead of the winter storm.
	2 charged with double murder in deadly early morning shooting 2 people have been charged with murder of 2 people after a deadly early morning shooting at a Davenport bar.
	Toys for Tots Quad Cities extends verification dates If you've registered for Toys for Tots, you now have an extra week to verify to make sure you get those toys in time for the holidays. Toys for Tots Quad Cities is splitting the verification date between Iowa and Illinois residents. December 5 will be for those in Illinois, and December 12 is for [...]
	LIVE BLOG: High impact winter storm brings snow, wind to Quad Cities area A First Alert Day is in effect all of Saturday thru early Sunday morning for the major winter storm expected to come through the area.
	Bargain hunters in the Quad Cities shop for Black Friday Adobe Analytics estimates people will spend over $43 billion online during Cyber Week as a whole.
	First snowfall poses challenges for homeless people in Quad Cities As the Quad Cities prepare for their first snowfall of the season, some community members will face the cold weather on the streets: people without a home.
	Muscatine's MuscaBus service suspended November 29 for weather Muscatine's MuscaBus service will be suspended on Saturday, November 29 due to the incoming winter weather, according to a release from the City of Muscatine. “Due to the impending snowstorm, we have decided to suspend bus services for the safety of our staff and the public,” Amy Fortenbacher, Transit Supervisor for the City of Muscatine, [...]
	Warming centers open ahead of weekend winter storm Several warming centers in Knox County are opening up ahead of the first winter storm of the season.
	Bargain hunters in the Quad Cities shop for Black Friday Adobe Analytics estimates people will spend over $43 billion online during Cyber Week as a whole.
	Trump plans to pardon former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez was convicted for drug trafficking and weapons charges and sentenced to 45 years in prison.
	Cities across the Quad Cities region declare snow emergencies ahead of major winter storm Multiple Quad Cities communities have issued snow emergencies ahead of a major winter storm, activating parking restrictions and warning of hazardous travel.
	Airbus calls for 'immediate' software upgrade to A320 aircraft A320 planes are flown by a number of domestic and international airlines, and the required software update could lead to "operational disruptions to passengers and customers," according to Airbus.
	Trump vows 'permanent pause' on some immigration after National Guard shooting After the alleged shooter was identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal — a 29-year-old Afghan national — Trump said he would permanently shut down immigration from impoverished countries.
	Plumbers warn of ‘Brown Friday’ as post-Thanksgiving clogs spike “It’s a brown Friday. So essentially you have a plethora of guests in your home trying to entertain a lot of cooking going on in the kitchen,” plumber said. “Ultimately we end up having an influx of bathroom usage."
	No one injured in three-car I-74 accident in Davenport A three-vehicle accident backed up traffic in Davenport this afternoon. One car was in a ditch on Interstate 74 West at E. 53rd St. Traffic was backed up past Middle Rd. around 1:00 p.m. The Davenport Police Department handled the situation and reported there were no injuries.
	Davenport man arrested for accelerating vehicle into a police squad car According to authorities, the defendant's 3-year-old and 7-year-old were in his vehicle when he accelerated into a Davenport Police Department squad car.
	Children's pajamas sold on Amazon recalled for 'risk of death from burn hazard' The items were sold on Amazon between May 2021 and October 2025 for around $31.
	Festival of Trees canceled for Saturday, Nov. 29, due to winter storm The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning from Friday night through Sunday morning. The Quad-Cities could see up to 10 inches of snow.
	Festival of Trees canceled for November 29 due to weather Due to the incoming inclement weather, Quad City Arts' Festival of Trees is being canceled for November 29. In a post on the Festival of Trees Facebook page, the following announcement was made: For the safety of our guests, volunteers, and staff, Festival of Trees will be closed on Saturday, November 29, due to the [...]
	Crash on I-74 at East 53rd Street causes traffic backup A traffic alert for drivers on I-74.
	FIRST ALERT DAY: Major winter storm this weekend Heavy snow likely Saturday.
	Cities put snow emergencies into place Cities across the Quad Cities area are beginning to put their snow plans in place for the expected snow overnight Friday into Saturday. We will update this list as we get more information. Davenport A Snow Emergency will be in effect 8 p.m., Friday, November 28, through 9 a.m., Sunday, November 30. Vehicles parked on [...]
	Police: Davenport man sent sexual images to teens Benjamin Peter Mostrom, 38, is charged with sexual exploitation of a minor.
	Police: Davenport man fled, crashed with children in car Devin Sodeman, 29, of Davenport, was arrested Wednesday night in connection with the incident, according to online jail records.
	Snow emergencies issued ahead of weekend winter storm Cities throughout the Quad Cities area have issued snow emergencies ahead of the forecasted weekend winter storm.
	Zelenskyy's chief of staff resigns as Ukraine corruption investigations widen Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andrii Yermak, whose residence was searched earlier in the day by anti-corruption investigators.
	Pope Leo prays for unity at historic Nicaea site On the second day of his inaugural overseas trip, Pope Leo XIV visited the ancient site of the First Council of Nicaea, in Turkey, urging Christians — and all faiths — to reject the use of religion to justify violence.
	YMCA Turkey Trot draws record crowd in Davenport Event organizers said they had a record number of registrations this year, with over 3,100 people signing up.
	Heavier snow totals are looking likely for the Quad Cities As our first winter storm of the season approaches this weekend, the snow forecast keeps going higher. Once the heavy snow accumulates and the storm moves off to the Great Lakes, bitterly cold air settles in for the Quad Cities. Here's your complete 7-day forecast.
	Get ready for Night of Destruction at Jackson County Fairgrounds, Maquoketa The Jackson County Fair has announced is thrilled to announce the return of one of its most anticipated and adrenaline-charged events: Night of Destruction, taking place at 6 p.m. Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Jackson County Fairgrounds in Maquoketa, according to a news release. Known for drawing packed crowds and delivering [...]
	Davenport shooting kills 2 people, injures another early Friday The shooting happened around 1:45 a.m. in the parking lot of Chill Vibez Lounge, according to police.
	2 dead, 1 injured in overnight shooting in Davenport Two men were killed and another was injured after a shooting early Friday morning outside a Davenport lounge.
	2 dead, 1 injured in overnight shooting in Davenport Two men were killed and another was injured after a shooting early Friday morning outside a Davenport lounge.
	Scammers target holiday shoppers, officials share what to be on the look out for As Black Friday kicks off the holiday shopping season, scammers are ramping up efforts to steal personal and financial information.
	A 400-year-old kung fu-fighting monkey is finally having his American moment The Monkey King, a rebellious 16th-century Chinese superhero, is finally breaking into the U.S. through Netflix films, blockbuster video games, and a sold-out San Francisco Opera production.
	2 dead, 1 injured after shooting Two men died and one was injured after a shooting early Friday morning in Davenport.
	2 dead, 1 wounded after gunfire in parking lot of bar in Davenport Davenport police say 2 men are dead and another man wounded after shots were fired in the parking lot of Chill Vibez Lounge near the intersection of Myrtle Street and River Drive in Davenport. The shooting happened at about 1:45 a.m. Investigators were still on the scene as the sun came up Friday morning. More [...]
	Quad City Steamwheelers announce open tryouts Think you have what it takes to play for the Quad City Steamwheelers? This is your chance to find out! According to a release, the Steamwheelers are holding showcase tryouts December 7 at the Ambrose Dome in Davenport. You could earn a spot with one of the most electrifying teams in the IFL (Indoor Football [...]
	Death toll from floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra rises to 174 The death toll from flash floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island Friday rose to 174 on Friday with 79 people missing, authorities said.
	Death toll from floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra rises to 164 The death toll from flash floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island Friday rose to 164 on Friday with 79 people missing, authorities said.
	Week in Iowa: Satanic holiday display at Iowa capitol denied again and Iowans support food banks during the Thanksgiving holiday A round-up of this week's news from across Iowa.
	Huck and Tom This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Don't believe Mark Twain when he gives that weak apology at the end of Tom Sawyer for quitting where he does, before…
	A bright spot for turtles: Olive ridleys are recovering in India, but still at risk India's olive ridley turtle numbers appear to have rebounded after years of patchwork efforts to stem their decline. Can it last?
	'Left-Handed Girl' takes on quiet shame across generations in Taipei Shih-Ching Tsou has collaborated with filmmaker Sean Baker for years. Tsou's solo directorial debut uses Taipei as its canvas to tell a story about women making ends meet in the city.
	The DOT says it wants to make trucking safer, but some see an 'immigration raid' The Department of Transportation wants tougher rules for commercial driver's licenses after a deadly crash involving a trucker from India. Critics say it's an immigration crackdown by another name.
	What will holiday shopping say about the state of America? An expert hunts for clues Retail expert Katie Thomas scours her local shopping mall in Pittsburgh to divine what Americans' shopping habits reveal about the economy and the nation's future.
	This new movie about Russia's independent journalists is harrowing, but not hopeless My Undesirable Friends: Part I — Last Air in Moscow follows Russian journalists who report on the country's abuses. Reviewer Justin Chang calls it one of the most engrossing films he's seen all year.
	Israeli forces kill Palestinian men in West Bank after they appear to surrender Israeli forces on Thursday killed a pair of Palestinian men in the occupied West Bank after they appeared to surrender, drawing Palestinian accusations that the men were executed "in cold blood."
	Pope Leo XIV encourages Turkey to be a force for peace on his first foreign trip The American pope emphasized a message of peace as he arrived in Ankara, welcomed on the tarmac by a military guard of honor and at the presidential palace by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
	Pope Leo XIV gets warm welcome from Turkey's Catholics on first foreign trip The American pope emphasized a message of peace as he arrived in Ankara, welcomed on the tarmac by a military guard of honor and at the presidential palace by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
	Niabi Zoo welcomes 4 new baby Fennec foxes The four kits were born on Nov. 17 to first-time father Cosmo and second-time mother Dahlia. All of the new arrivals are boys.
	Hundreds gather for annual Mr. Thanksgiving dinner at Mercado on Fifth The annual “Mr. Thanksgiving” dinner brought hundreds to Mercado on Fifth in Moline, offering a warm meal and a place to gather for those spending the holiday alone.
	Hundreds gather for annual Mr. Thanksgiving dinner at Mercado on Fifth The annual “Mr. Thanksgiving” dinner brought hundreds to Mercado on Fifth in Moline, offering a warm meal and a place to gather for those spending the holiday alone.
	The Heart of the Story: Photographer changes focus Our Quad Cities News is partnering with award-winning journalist Gary Metivier for The Heart of the Story. Each week, Gary showcases inspiring stories of everyday people doing cool stuff, enjoying their hobbies, and living life to the fullest. Stories that feature the best of the human condition. Gary Metivier introduces us to an Illinois outdoorsy [...]
	Thousands run in YMCA Turkey Trot Thousands worked up an appetite Thanksgiving morning as they lined up for the YMCA Turkey Trot. Festivities kicked off with a dog parade, followed by a kids' race, one-mile run and 5k and five-mile runs. Turkey Trot races are a tradition that families participate in all over the country. This was the 39th year for [...]
	'Mr. Thanksgiving' holiday meal a success A Quad-City tradition since 1971, Bob Vogelbaugh and a dedicated crew of volunteers returned for 'Mr. Thanksgiving's' community holiday meal. Dinner was offered through drive through and in the community center at Mercado on Fifth in Moline. This was the second year it was held at that location. 'Mr. Thanksgiving' says he loves to see [...]
	Quad Cities family hosts community Thanksgiving meal in son’s honor, turning grief into giving A local family hosted a community Thanksgiving meal today at the gym once filled by Caleb Hardy, honoring his memory and offering comfort to others in need.
	Saturday Winter storm update With The Thanksgiving Holiday in the books, all eyes now turn to Saturday with the first significant snowfall of the season. The snow is looking to be just entering our viewing area around Iowa City and Mt. Pleasant at around 7PM on Friday, with the snow entering the Metro Quad Cities area shortly after by [...]
	55th Annual Mr. Thanksgiving Dinner serves the Quad Cities community “What are you going to do for the upcoming holiday? And it was almost a unison answer, it was another day to be alone, and a 20 watt bulb. And I had a stove, a walk-in cooler, I had these other rooms, I could set up tables and chairs, and here we are,” Mr. Thanksgiving said.
	LivWell CARES delivers 400 Thanksgiving meals to Scott County seniors LivWell CARES delivered 400 meals to seniors across Scott County on Thanksgiving Day to brighten their holiday.
	Enjoy a scenic look at the colors of fall from around the Quad Cities All of these beautiful fall colors were captured by News 8 viewers in our local community.
	Niabi Zoo, Coal Valley, announces births of four Fennec Foxes (see the babies here) The Niabi Zoo is excited to announce the birth of four Fennec Foxes ( Vulpes zerda,) according to a news release from Zoo Director Lee Jackson. "Fennec Foxes are native to the Sahara and Sinai deserts of North Africa, and are active hunters of small mammals and reptiles. Fennec Foxes are the smallest of all [...]
	Davenport organization PUNCH hosts free Thanksgiving dinner Every church in the PUNCH network contributed food to the event.
	Davenport man faces 22 charges, including possession of child pornography A 38-year-old Davenport man was being held Thursday on a half-million-dollar bond after police say he had child pornography and shared it with children, according to Scott County Court documents. Court records show Benjamin Mostrom faces 22 charges, including: Affidavits say that, during a consensual interview, Mostrom admitted he: He "was not given permission to [...]
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	Niabi Zoo welcomes 4 new baby Fennec foxes The four kits were born on Nov. 17 to first-time father Cosmo and second-time mother Dahlia. All of the new arrivals are boys.
	3 Things to Know \| Quad Cities morning headlines for Nov. 27, 2025 Some roads in Davenport will close ahead of the annual Turkey Trot, and multiple organizations are bringing Thanksgiving meals to people across the Quad Cities.
	Soleil, a Belgian sheepdog, takes Best in Show at the National Dog Show The National Dog Show, televised annually on Thanksgiving Day, is a beloved tradition for many families. This year, Soleil, a Belgian sheepdog, was crowned Best in Show.
	Winter Storm Warning from SAT 12:00 AM CST until SUN 6:00 AM CST Heavy Snow and Gusty Winds Expected from Midnight Friday to Sunday Morning
	Fuzzy Zoeller, golf champion haunted by racist joke about Tiger Woods, dies at 74 Two-time golf champion Fuzzy Zoeller has died at the age of 74. One of golf's most gregarious characters Zoeller's career was tainted by a racially insensitive joke he made about Tiger Woods.

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