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Sunday, November 15th, 2026
	Moline High teacher, cancer survivor will hold 30-year reunion show "The Final Curtain," a reunion of three decades of Moline High School theater veterans performing with current students, will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27–28 at Moline High School Auditorium, 3600 Avenue of the Cities, a news release says. Its host will be longtime Moline High School teacher, actor, and throat-cancer survivor Susan [...]
	Searstown This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.If you are at all inclined to superstition, avoid that whole bottom land below Black Hawk State Park where the Rock…
	Midterm voters ended the long-running GOP dominance in state legislatures In several states, Democrats took control of legislatures that had been divided and they weakened GOP dominance in others. Issues on the agenda: More access to health care, new limits on school vouchers.
	New Mexico wanted free childcare for all. This is what's worked — and what hasn't A year ago in November, New Mexico became the first state to offer free childcare to every eligible family, regardless of income.
Saturday, November 14th, 2026
	Peoria evacuation lifted after bomb threat at ethanol plant Evacuation order lifted after a bomb threat at a Peoria ethanol plant. Police rendered a suspicious package safe and found no additional devices.
	Stockton tops Fulton in 1A State Quarterfinals, Sterling falls in 4A Quarterfinals Stockton edged out Fulton 28-21 in the 1A State Quarterfinals. Sterling fell to Morris 56-14 in the 4A State Quarterfinals.
	Amboy advances to their fifth consecutive 8-player State Championship game Amboy advances to their fifth consecutive State Championship game after dominating West Carroll 58-12.
	Travelers return to the skies at Quad Cities International Airport after FAA ground stoppage Travelers at Quad Cities International Airport are getting back on the move after a national FAA ground stoppage caused uncertainty and travel disruptions.
	Judge temporarily blocks Trump from moving ahead on Washington public golf course redevelopment A federal judge on Saturday ordered a two-week delay to any work at a historic Washington public golf course not far from the White House.
	Evacuation order to remain in place in Illinois' Peoria, East Peoria after 'credible threat' Peoria and East Peoria authorities ordered an immediate evacuation of a one-square-mile area near Biourja following the discovery of a suspicious package.
	Crews battle fire at Allsteel plant in Muscatine No injuries were reported following a fire at the Allsteel plant in Muscatine. According to a release from the Muscatine Fire Department, the Muscatine Joint Communications Center (MUSCOM) received a 911 call for a fire at Allsteel on N. Hwy 61 at 1:25 p.m. on November 14th. Crews found a fire located on the roof of [...]
	FAA ground stop disrupts college football Some college football games were delayed a few hours on Saturday or postponed to Sunday. And in Oklahoma at least, there will be perks for fans to make up for the inconvenience, including cheap beers.
	16th-annual Caregivers Conference in Davenport offers resources, relief Milestones Area Agency On Aging presented the 16th-annual Quad Cities Caregiver Conference on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Golden Leaf Banquet Center, Davenport.
	Movers for Mutts campaign aids three Quad-Cities animal shelters Two Men and a Truck is collecting donations through Nov. 16 to support three local animal shelters through its annual Movers for Mutts campaign.
	Fire damages roof at Allsteel plant in Muscatine A fire at the Allsteel plant in Muscatine caused an estimated $20,000 in damage to the roof. No injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.
	Florida city cancels St. Patrick's Day parade, citing new anti-DEI law A new Florida law that prohibits taxpayer dollars from going toward diversity initiatives has prompted Delray Beach to cancel its St. Patrick's Day parade after a nearly 60-year run.
	Muscatine firefighters investigate fire at Allsteel plant Officials are investigating a fire on the roof of the Allsteel plant; no injuries were reported, and the initial loss estimate is $20,000.
	Fire at Allsteel plant in Muscatine damages rooftop equipment; no injuries reported Firefighters brought a roof fire at Allsteel's Muscatine facility under control within minutes Saturday.
	Quad Cities travelers return as airport operations resume after airspace disruption Travelers at Quad Cities International Airport are getting back on track as operations resume following a nationwide airspace outage.
	UPDATE: No injuries reported in fire at Muscatine Allsteel plant A fire was reported at the Allsteel plant in Muscatine Saturday afternoon.
	US has lost measles elimination status, global health authorities say The U.S. has lost its status as a country where measles is eliminated, according to researchers with direct knowledge of the deliberations at the Pan American Health Organization.
	SpaceX successfully catches Starship and makes history The company's spacecraft returned to its Texas launchpad in dramatic fashion — by carefully lowering itself until two metal arms attached to the launch tower could secure it.
	BREAKING: Fire at Muscatine Allsteel plant A fire was reported at the Allsteel plant in Muscatine Saturday afternoon.
	BREAKING: Fire at downtown Muscatine Allsteel plant A fire was reported at the Allsteel plant in Muscatine Saturday afternoon.
	Davenport man receives 40-year prison sentence in sex abuse case A Scott County court sentenced the man to 40 years in prison, and he must spend the rest of his life on the sex offender registry.
	Geneseo kicks off holiday shopping season A family-friendly event on Friday night featured a tree lighting, horse-drawn carriage rides, shopping and more.
	Bomb teams continue searching for explosives at Peoria’s BioUrja ethanol plant Bomb teams continue to search for explosives in an area equivalent to 44 1/2-football fields at BioUrja Renewables ethanol plant in South Peoria, Peoria’s police chief said Saturday.
	'We can't let them down' -- After midterm wins, Democrats turn to charting path ahead Democrats from across the country descended on Denver for a two-day conference to chart the course of their party after sweeping victories in the midterm elections.
	Tiny Desk Radio: Nduduzo Makhathini, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr Host Bobby Carter presents three African artists who are pushing the boundaries of jazz and pop. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.
	FAA blames Friday's ground stop on 'equipment issue' during telecoms network upgrade Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said initial investigations pointed to an issue with contractor L3Harris updating old tech at a remote location.
	Fuel crisis and protests pressure Chile's far-right president Chile's far-right President José Antonio Kast is facing mounting public anger, as rising fuel prices trigger transport strikes and protests across the country.
	Illinois Pork Producers donate more than 100,000 pounds of pork to food banks As part of the Pork Power: Partnering to Fight Hunger in Illinois campaign, the Illinois PorkProducers Association (IPPA), Feeding Illinois, Illinois Corn Marketing Board, Illinois Meat Processors Association, and the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) checkoff programs are contributing more than 101,000 pounds of pork to regional food banks through their end-of-year giving effort, a news [...]
	WIU alumna Coussens-Martin becomes first woman to lead Galesburg school district Western Illinois University three-time alumna Sheila Coussens-Martin has been named superintendent of Galesburg Community Unit School District 205, becoming the first woman to lead the district, a news release says. She will begin July 1, 2027. Coussens-Martin earned a master’s degree in education in 2006, an educational specialist degree in 2015, and a doctorate in [...]
	BMW recalls 720K vehicles over fire risk; drivers urged to park outside These vehicles were recalled in 2024 due to a water pump issue that must be repaired again
	Alaska voters aren't ditching ranked choice voting, top-four primaries This is the second time Alaskans voted down an effort to repeal the state's unique election system, which voters first approved in 2020. A repeal effort in 2024 also failed narrowly.
	Broadway veteran Robert Neary to bring Neil Diamond tribute to Orpheum Theatre The Orpheum Theatre’s 2026-2027 season continues with So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, a news release says. Broadway, television, and film star Robert Neary delivers an immersive tribute to one of thegreatest recording artists in history. The two-hour show features 24 of Diamond's classic hit songs, intermingled with personal [...]
	In 'Possible Love,' a power struggle goes beyond class — it's also about story A wealthy documentarian visits a community devastated by job loss in Korean director Lee Chang-dong's latest feature.
	Memories of Muscatine: A commemorative pin This week for Memories of Muscatine: A centennial commemorative pin from 1933.
	Muscatine and Whiskey This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.In 1839, the village of Bloomington just south of here was upgraded to the status of second-class town by the Iowa…
	An organ transplant controversy tests 'the dead donor rule' New guidelines are supposed to protect organ donors in a retrieval procedure that keeps blood flowing through livers, kidneys, lungs and hearts. But bioethicists have troubling questions.
	Hegseth's failed impeachment was a warning to Democrats. Where will they go from here? Democrats have been given a huge opportunity with majorities in both the House and Senate — but the balance of priorities, timing, messaging and discipline are all going to be major tests.
	Men on a mission: U2 is back, again. Are they cool this time? Carnaval De Luz, the 16th album from the Irish rock band that's always on a mission, mines familiar terrain with good humor and a sense of urgency, and manages to meet the moment.
Friday, November 13th, 2026
	Stockton volleyball advances to State Championship Stockton volleyball defeated Okawville in straight sets advancing to the 1A State Championship.
	Augustana wins season home opener 79-75 Augustana women’s basketball wins their season home opener 79-75 against Bethany.
	Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins wins race for Alaska governor, replaces a Republican Kreiss-Tomkins, a former state legislator, ran a campaign emphasizing bipartisanship in the the state that usually votes Republican. At 37, he'll be the youngest governor in the state's history.
	Travelers at Quad Cities International Airport shift plans after FAA ground stoppage on Friday night Though the stoppage has now been lifted, many passengers had to be flexible.
	Peoria police urging public to evacuate while they investigate bomb threat at BioUrja Renewables Anyone who lives or works within one mile of the facility is urged to evacuate until further notice.
	3 Galesburg 'Opportunity Zones' now eligible for federal development incentives Private developers can receive federal tax breaks for investing in the tracts.
	Chipotle hosts BOGO deal for tattooed customers on Friday the 13th Customers who showed off their ink got a buy-one-get-one-free entree meal.
	Peoria police investigating bomb threat at BioUrja Renewables Anyone who lives or works within one mile of the facility is urged to evacuate until further notice.
	Travelers at Quad Cities International Airport change plans after FAA ground stoppage on Friday night Though the stoppage has now been lifted, many passengers had to be flexible.
	Rock Island Arsenal has new Commanding General of First Army There's a new Commanding General of First Army on the Rock Island Arsenal. The Arsenal hosted an Assumption of Command ceremony for Lt. Gen. Monté Rone. Rone was promoted and succeeds Lt. Gen. Mark Landes, who retired over the summer. Rone previously commanded the 1st Infantry Division at Fort Riley in Kansas. According to the [...]
	OQC Crime Watch: How to keep yourself safe from scams: Episode 89 Watch crime reporters Linda Cook and Sharon Wren talk about crime and courts in the latest episode of the Our Quad Cities Crime Watch Podcast. In this episode that's mostly about scams and fraudsters, Linda and Sharon provide updates about: Scott County Sheriff's Office conducts sex-offender compliance sweep The Iowa Bankers Association provides resources to [...]
	Peoria Police releases immediate evacuation warning The Peoria Police Department is actively investigating a reported bomb threat at BioUrja Renewables, formerly the ADM plant, 1 Edmund Street Peoria IL.
	QC Transportation Policy Committee awards over $30 million in grants to local projects The Quad Cities Transportation Policy Committee awarded $30,621,411 of Surface Transportation Block Grant, Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside, & Carbon Reduction Program Awardsfunds in the Quad Cities, according to a news release. These projects will be implemented in the next five years. The Bi-State Regional Commission is a regional planning agency with voluntary members of local governments [...]
	The role of a pilot during a ground stop, according to an expert As the nationwide aviation ground stop continues, there are still planes in the sky. Pilots are having to navigate this situation as we continue to learn more.
	MLI advises travelers to continue to check with airlines after nationwide grounding lifted Officials with the Quad Cities International Airport are advising fliers to check with their airlines after the FAA issues a nationwide grounding on Friday.
	New Burlington mural honors Aldo Leopold, whose conservation legacy lives on Leopold, a Burlington native, is considered one of the founders of modern conservation efforts. Here's how his "land ethics" philosophy lives on today.
	SouthPark Mall owner still owes nearly $600,000 despite recent tax payments SouthPark Mall's owner, Kohan Retail Investment Group, still owes nearly $600,000 in property taxes despite recent payments.
	Despite recent payments, SouthPark Mall owner still owes nearly $600,000 in taxes SouthPark Mall's owner, Kohan Retail Investment Group, still owes nearly $600,000 in property taxes despite recent payments.
	Captain's Table, Moline, set to reopen under new ownership Moline's Captain's Table restaurant will make a comeback under new ownership. Jason and Amy Stumphy, owners of Stumphy's in Geneseo, will reopen the restaurant at 11 a.m. Tuesday. Regular hours will be 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. You can see the new menu here on a Facebook post. Fire destroyed the original restaurant in 2018. It [...]
	FAA ground stoppage stretches on for more than 3 hours Markwayne Mullin, Secretary of Homeland Security, said there's no indication of a "nefarious attack."
	Dubuque cemetery caretaker restores buried gravestones A Rockdale Cemetery caretaker explains why he's digging up and restoring headstones.
	Putnam Museum hosts Saturday ‘Dynasty & Design’ gala to fund 2027 Hollywood fashion exhibit The Putnam Museum and Science Center will host its "Dynasty & Design" fundraising gala on Saturday, Nov. 14, to underwrite its upcoming 2027-28 "Hollywood Fashions" exhibition featuring more than 30 iconic television, film and red-carpet costumes.
	Suspect in Rock Island gas station shooting arrested in Cook County A man is in custody in relation to a Rock Island gas station shooting that seriously injured a man last month.
	What would be lost if Muscatine goes ahead with demolishing the 200 block of East Second Street? The block has 15 properties that include commercial, retail and residential spaces. In total, there's over 42,000 square feet of space at risk.
	Get ready for RAGBRAI registration Registration for the next RAGBRAI opens Sunday, Nov. 15. The annual event that draws cyclists from across the county begins on the western border and ends with cyclists dipping their wheel in the Mississippi River.
	MVF to host snowmobile ‘grass drags’ The Scott County Sno-Seekers Snowmobile Club is hosting snowmobile “grass drags.”
	Family Dollar settles multi-state price deception lawsuit; here’s how much Iowa will get In the agreement announced Thursday, Family Dollar agreed to pay $63 million to resolve the allegations.
	Illinois firearm deer season opens soon Firearm deer season opens in Illinois next week, and conservation police say there are still misconceptions about what hunters need to know.
	Iowa secretary of state defends midterm election results Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate, a Republican, is defending the integrity of the state’s midterm elections following criticism, mostly online, that Democratic gains are not legitimate.
	Muscatine considers demolishing entire block of downtown buildings after collapse The City of Muscatine is considering the possibility of demolishing an entire block of downtown buildings after a collapse.
	Bird's-eye views from across the Quad Cities region during the week of Nov. 13, 2026 Sit back, relax and enjoy some of the best drone shots from around our community this week.
	Travelers as Quad Cities International Airport impacted by FAA ground stoppage QCIA officials said travelers should reach out to their airlines for information on delays or cancellations.
	What passengers at D.C.'s Reagan National Airport say about the FAA ground stop All flights across the United States are grounded and millions of passengers are stranded. NPR talked to passengers at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
	MLI advises travelers to check with their airlines amid nationwide grounding Officials with the Quad Cities International Airport are advising fliers to check with their airlines after the FAA issues a nationwide grounding on Friday.
	KWQC+ to break down Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Fighting Illini Join the KWQC Sports team for a livestream special breaking down the matchup and the high stakes for both teams.
	Quad Cities International Airport among airports impacted by FAA ground stoppage QCIA officials said travelers should reach out to their airlines for information on delays or cancellations.
	Breakfast Optimist Club of Moline supply Head Start children with winter clothes For the 15th year, the Breakfast Optimist Club of Moline is supplying children in local Head Start classes with winter clothes.
	New mural unveiled for Aldo Leopold; Burlington author, scientist, conservationist A new mural honoring the memory of Burlington author, scientist, conservationist Aldo Leopold was unveiled at a ribbon cutting ceremony.
	Rep. Sorensen tours Rocky’s new health clinic Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Ill., toured the Health Link Clinic at Rock Island High School on Friday to see how it is bringing care closer to students and the community.
	DHS head Mark Waye Mullin says there is not a threat to the U.S. amid FAA ground stop Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mark Waye Mullin spoke to at the White House on Friday afternoon after the FAA issues a total ground stop. NPR was there for the briefing.
	DHS head Markwayne Mullin says there is not a threat to the U.S. amid FAA ground stop Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin spoke to at the White House on Friday afternoon after the FAA issues a total ground stop. NPR was there for the briefing.
	Stuck on the tarmac without information: Travelers share their ground stop experiences Passengers stuck on airplanes on tarmacs across the country during the FAA ground stop on Friday share their stories.
	How you can help make holiday magic with Toys for Tots Quad Cities You can help make the holidays brighter for children across the QCA, one toy at a time! Sarah Decker joined Our Quad Cities News to talk about this year's Toys for Tots Quad Cities campaign. For more information, click here.
	GOP state officials push to revive Trump's mail voting restrictions for 2028 election Some Republican state officials are reviving a bid for mail-in voting restrictions for the 2028 election by appealing a court order blocking the Postal Service from carrying out a revised ballot rule.
	Rock Island police arrest suspect in October shooting at Cornerview Gas Station Rock Island police arrest suspect in Cornerview Gas Station shooting that critically injured man in October.
	FAA issues nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports following a "communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers," according to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.
	Federal Aviation Administration issues nationwide ground stop The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a nationwide ground stop, impacting departing flights until further notice. This includes flights departing from the Quad Cities International Airport (MLI). The airport issued the following statement: The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop, impacting departing flights until further notice. This includes flights departing from MLI. Travelers [...]
	Sorensen impressed with new health clinic at Rock Island High School Ten days after his re-election to Congress, U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen (D-Moline) toured the new health clinic at Rock Island High School, on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026.
	Winter Ready: Clear gutters and leaves before winter to help prevent costly damage Clogged gutters could cause leaks and even lead to foundation damage
	Moline optimists provide winter gear to Head Start children Some of the youngest Quad Citians will be ready for winter weather thanks to the members of the Breakfast Optimist Club in Moline.
	After local opposition, proposed gas plant’s fate rests with state commission State commission hearings for Central Iowa Power Cooperative’s proposed Scott County electricity generating facility will take place in downtown Davenport next week.
	Davenport man sentenced on methamphetamine and firearm charges A Davenport man was sentenced on methamphetamine and firearm charges. According to public court documents and evidence presented at sentencing, Dustin Brock, 37, was responsible for distributing methamphetamine and illegally possessing firearms. In August 2025 during a theft investigation, Brock was found in possession of 300 grams of methamphetamine and a loaded handgun. Two more [...]
	Parents must act to access new Trump Accounts for children More than 60 million children were automatically enrolled in Trump Accounts, but parents must take additional steps to access and manage the funds.
	Man charged with attempted murder after vehicle struck person Police say 20-year-old Jadyn Welborn intentionally drove into a person outside an Amazon warehouse.
	One of Iowa’s last remaining Art Deco movie theaters is due for repair The Charles Theatre’s colorful ceramic façade made it a northeast Iowa landmark. Its nonprofit leadership is working to preserve the building this fall.
	What's Trump's strategy now with Iran? To keep things as they are Trump says "status quo" is what Gulf Arab allies want as Iran war hits stalemate and midterms force pivot from threats of attacks to economic pressure
	Junior Achievement expo connects students with future careers Junior Achievement’s Inspire expo gave eighth-grade students hands-on career exploration opportunities and a closer look at potential future professions.

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