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Friday, September 4th, 2026
	Federal judge rules on AI-generated CSAM: What it means for a Rock Island County case A Moline man is charged with possessing obscene images of a purported child under 13. His attorney is challenging the law's constitutionality.
	A fourth straight day at 95°? It's a scorching start to September with the first three days of the month reaching a high of 95° in the Quad Cities. Today could be the fourth consecutive day! A few showers are possible as move into Saturday afternoon. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Cody Rose Flower Co. opens new storefront location in LeClaire Cody Rose Flower Co. specializes in flower arrangements, custom bouquets and wedding flowers.
	Decision coming on Criswell annexation in Bettendorf The city council plans to consider a resolution during the Sept. 14 and 15 meetings directing staff on whether to proceed with annexation of about 420 acres west of Criswell Street.
	Pleasant Valley students rally community around those facing dementia More than 50 people participated in the Rally to Remember pickleball tournament fundraiser, organized by Carter Luszczyk and Kaushik Balaji. In total, they have raised more than $7,500.
	Free access to Quad-City Times, Dispatch-Argus and Muscatine Journal websites over Labor Day weekend The Quad-City Times, Moline Dispatch-Argus and Muscatine Journal websites will be free to read Friday through Monday.
	Germany's far-right poised for power in state election Germany's AfD's TikTok-fueled rise in Saxony-Anhalt is raising fears the country could see its first far-right governor since World War II.
	Scientists map key protein interactions linked with profound autism Research published in the journal Science illuminates a "missing piece" in the biological understanding of profound autism and offers new targets for drug development.
	Germany's far-right AfD party is poised for power in a state election Germany's AfD's TikTok-fueled rise in Saxony-Anhalt is raising fears the country could see its first far-right governor since World War II.
	What app surged in downloads after Trump's 'Lake America' change? The quiz knows Plus: George Santos is back in the news!
	Clinton Symphony Orchestra director recognized Clinton Symphony Orchestra music director Silas Huff has been honored by a prestigious national competition. According to a release by the Clinton Symphony Orchestra, Huff received a finalist honorable mention in the orchestral programming category for The American Prize - Vytautas Marijosius Memorial Award. The American Prize competition recognizes the best achievements in orchestral programming, [...]
	Federal civil rights data about students is finally out. It's different under Trump The Education Department gathers a massive tranche of civil rights data about public school students. It's now available but harder to parse than in the past.
	Who owns the beach? A heated battle plays out in the Florida Panhandle After years of fighting over who gets to use the beach, and where, in Walton County, Florida, public-use advocates are calling for a state constitutional amendment to finally settle the matter.
	Dry eyes are common in women. Here's why you shouldn't ignore them Research suggests around half of all women in the menopausal transition years experience symptoms, like red, watery or gritty-feeling eyes. Hormonal shifts play a role, as do a lot of other factors.
	The price of diesel hits a record high The price of diesel has reached an all-time high, a result of the war in Iran and Ukraine's attacks on Russian refineries. That will matter across the supply chain.
	Extreme Heat Warning until SAT 7:00 PM CDT Extreme Heat Warning: Dangerous Conditions Persist Until Saturday Evening
	Midwest convenience store to discontinue roller grills A gas station staple will soon be no more at a Midwest-based convenience chain.
	Trump administration pushes to remove tax exemption for private colleges with DEI policies The Trump administration is proposing a rule that would strip private schools and colleges of their tax-exempt status if they provide targeted help to students based on their race.
	Argentina's Milei escalates Falklands dispute, seizing on Trump comments and oil tensions Argentine President Javier Milei is escalating a dispute with Britain over the Falkland Islands with tougher sanctions targeting companies involved in a major offshore oil project
Thursday, September 3rd, 2026
	Geneseo defeats Rock Island 2-1 Geneseo comes back to win 2-1 over Rock Island after Rocky won the first set.
	Water Power This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Remember that Weekly Reader joke: "what does a fifteen-hundred-pound gorilla eat? Answer: "Anything it wants."…
	What a federal ruling on AI-generated CSAM it means for a Rock Island County case A Moline man is charged with possessing obscene images of a purported child under 13. His attorney is challenging the law's constitutionality.
	Medforce gives a special ride to a woman with stage 4 cancer Susan Carroll had never ridden in a helicopter until Thursday night. News 8 photojournalist Cesar Sanchez was in attendance for her ride.
	Man accidentally injures himself in East Moline shooting Police officials said they do not believe the man was attempting to harm himself or anyone else when the gun went off.
	East Moline building suffers extensive damage after being struck by vehicle Police officials said the driver of the vehicle was injured in the crash.
	Police: Threat against Glenview Middle School is not credible East Moline police said a post made on TikTok said there would be "violence" at the school but did not contain any further details.
	3 men sentenced for bringing 25 pounds of meth to distribute in QC Three Iowa men will spend over 15 years in prison on methamphetamine and firearms-related offenses.
	Wild weather stat - 95° for 3 straight days - only happened once before this week! For only the second time ever in the Quad Cities, our high has been 95° for 3 straight days! and there's a chance we hit 95° for the high Friday too. If that happens, it'll be the 1st time ever the high has been 95° for 4 straight days. The other stretch of 3 straight? [...]
	Meet Harlow Taube, Hawkeye Kid Captain For six days a week, Harlow Taube gets to be a normal six-year-old kid from Orion, Illinois. Taube plays tag with her sisters at Central Park in the heart of the small town and is in the first grade. "I like coloring and playing with dinosaurs and playing with plushies and stuff," said Taube. Her [...]
	Illinois law expands affordable housing investments Affordable housing investments are expanding under a new Illinois law. Senate Bill 3086 allows Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs to invest in the AFL-CIO Housing Investment Trust. The fund is focused on building and preserving affordable and workforce housing, creating union construction jobs and fostering community development. The treasurer and labor leaders toured a 72-story [...]
	Extreme Heat Warning until SAT 7:00 PM CDT Extreme Heat Warning in Effect Until 7 PM CDT Saturday
	Hilltop Campus Village will unveil new mural The Hilltop Campus Village will celebrate the completion of its newest public art project with a mural unveiling at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4 at Celebrity’s Beauty Supply, 1600 Harrison St, Davenport. Created by local artist Zay Williams, the mural transforms a highly visible building in the Hilltop Campus Village into a colorful new piece [...]
	Police find no evidence that threat against Glenview Middle School is credible East Moline police are investigating a threat made on TikTok against Glenview Middle School. Police said there is no evidence the threat is credible.
	Davenport launches fall Recess in the Parks program Davenport Parks and Recreation is hosting Recess in the Parks on weekdays from Sept. 8 through Nov. 5 across four city parks.
	Milk recall: Unpleasant taste, odor Horizon Organic Dairy is voluntarily recalling more than 53,000 cases of its chocolate milk, which the company warns could prematurely spoil, according to the FDA.
	The Trump administration still aims to make state citizenship lists ahead of midterms The Trump administration is taking the unprecedented step of creating lists of adult citizens who are eligible to vote in each state – but will not meet its own deadline 60 days before Election Day.
	QC 6-year-old battling rare disease taking field as Hawkeye Kid Captain for opener Six-year-old Harlow Taube from Orion, Illinois, who has a rare metabolic condition, will represent the Hawkeyes as Kid Captain at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday.
	East Moline building extensively damaged after truck crashes into it An East Moline building suffered extensive damage after a truck crashed into it Thursday morning.
	‘No evidence’ Glenview Middle School social media threat credible, police say A threat of violence at Glenview Middle School made online aren’t believed to be credible, East Moline Police say.
	Quad Cities schools track heat and humidity to keep student athletes safe Davenport and Rock Island school officials are monitoring wet bulb readings every hour during the heat wave, adjusting practice times and using cold water immersion tubs to protect student athletes.
	Threat against Glenview Middle School is not credible, police say East Moline police said a post made on TikTok said there would be "violence" at the school but did not contain any further details.
	Local football teams making changes to practice during extreme heat Some have pushed practice times back, while others are allowing time for plenty of extra water breaks.
	Midwest Technical Institute discontinues Moline cosmetology program The program has frozen applications and will close when its current 49 students wrap up.
	The Heart of the Story: Young dreams; old history 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. He's a young man with big dreams about [...]
	Rockridge students continue to miss school due to severe heat As the heatwave continues, Rockridge school district puts a hold on learning due to a lack of air conditioning in schools.
	Iowa AG awards some of the first opioid settlement grants after criticism over delays The Iowa Attorney General’s office awarded more than $1.6 million to five organizations across the state Thursday in the first round of opioid settlement grants.
	Moline crews will re-stripe part of 18th Street to create one-way traffic The City of Moline will re-stripe 18th Street between 6th and 7th avenues on Friday, Sept. 4, to create one-way traffic and additional on-street parking. After the work is complete, traffic will be northbound only. New one-way signs will also be installed along the block. The new traffic pattern will allow for more on-street parking for nearby businesses and visitors. Drivers should watch for crews, new pavement [...]
	Man dies in Rock Island County Jail custody An investigation is underway after a 60-year-old Moline man was found unresponsive and died at the Rock Island County Jail Thursday morning.
	Whiteside County sheriff raises pretrial release concerns after Rock Falls arrest A Rock Falls woman is facing several felony charges after authorities say she tried to take a vehicle while a woman and her young child were inside.
	Man charged with attempted murder in Clinton A Princeton, Iowa, man has been charged with attempted murder after officials said he shot at an occupied vehicle in a Clinton Burger King parking lot.
	Leon Black defies subpoena to testify in Epstein inquiry and sues House panel The billionaire investor is under two subpoenas from the House Oversight Committee. But in his lawsuit, Black says the panel doesn't have the authority to compel him to share nondisclosure agreements.
	30+ Hangout The Bleu R&B Lounge to Open in Moline A new spot for people over the age of 30 is opening Friday September 4th in Moline. The Bleu R&B Lounge held a ribbon cutting to celebrate their new venue on Wednesday. Managers describe it as welcoming and upscale and say its a place to enjoy music, nightlife, and community. The lounge is located at [...]
	Extreme heat leads to multiple days of Rockridge school closures None of the school's classrooms have air conditioning.
	New hearings set for killer of Adrianne Reynolds Harli Quinn Gregory will have a fitness hearing on Sept. 28, and she will be resentenced on Jan. 6.
	Man wounded in accidental shooting in East Moline A man was wounded Thursday in an accidental shooting in East Moline, injuring his leg.
	Rock Island reschedules freshman football game because of extreme heat Rock Island rescheduled its freshman and JV football games to Monday due to extreme heat, while Friday's varsity game remains on schedule.
	Milan Harvest Festival returns for 2026 this Labor Day Weekend From Sept. 4-7, community members can enjoy great food, carnival rides and more at Milan's Camden Park.
	Dancing with the Stars Quad Cities happening this weekend This weekend at the River Center, local celebs and professional dancers will show off their moves and raise money for charity.
	Boil order in effect for Orion until further notice The order was put in place due to a scheduled water main repair.
	Crime Stoppers: Man wanted by Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office for theft Jason E. Adrian is wanted by the Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office for theft.
	Crime Stoppers: Moline police looking for 2 masked people in burglary The Moline Police Department is asking for help finding two masked people in a burglary.
	Crime Stoppers: Man wanted by Davenport police for child sexual abuse material charge Raymond Reeves is wanted by the Davenport police for purchase/posses depiction of minor in sex act, second offense.
	East Moline event venue extensively damaged after truck crashes into it An East Moline event venue suffered extensive damage after a truck crashed into it Thursday morning.
	Driver injured after vehicle strikes building in East Moline The driver of a vehicle was injured after vehicle strikes building.
	Davenport Democrats criticize Ashley Hinson in response to GOP event last week Iowa Democrats held an event in Davenport Thursday to criticize Ashley Hinson’s wealth and connections to the insurance industry. Her campaign has pushed back, calling them “pathetic lies.”
	Man accidentally shoots himself at Advance Auto Parts in East Moline A man was hospitalized on Thursday after what police believe to be an accidental shooting at Advance Auto Parts in East Moline.
	Man injures himself in accidental East Moline shooting Police officials said they do not believe the man was attempting to harm himself or anyone else when the gun went off.
	WQPT to air four documentaries to honor 9/11 25th anniversary Five days before the 25th anniversary of the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, WQPT Quad Cities PBS will show four 9/11 documentaries, Sunday night, Sept. 6.
	Old East Moline library suffers extensive damage after being struck by vehicle Police officials said the driver of the vehicle was injured in the crash.
	KWQC to host live debate between Rob Sand and Zach Lahn in October KWQC-TV6, the Quad Cities’ news leader, today announced it will host and broadcast a live debate between Rob Sand and Zach Lahn on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
	Kids can enjoy 'Recess in the Parks' with Davenport Parks & Recreation Davenport Parks and Recreation invites school -age kids to join “Recess in the Parks,” a free series of seasonal after -school events that run Monday through Thursday, rotating between four Davenport parks. Starting September 8, Parks and Recreation staff will set up activities, games and other fun experiences designed to give kids an open place [...]
	At least 17 taken to hospitals after chemical exposure incident at Newton Correctional Facility The cause and nature of the exposure are under investigation.
	Trump asks Supreme Court to lift block on USPS plan to restrict mail voting The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to lift a temporary block on the U.S. Postal Service plan for President Trump's attempt to restrict mail-in voting for the midterm election.
	Milan Harvest Festival returns for Labor Day Weekend From Sept. 4-7, community members can enjoy great food, carnival rides and more at Milan's Camden Park.
	Plane suffers minor damage exiting runway at Quad Cities International Airport QCIA officials said no one was injured in the incident.
	Donahue man sentenced for inappropriately touching minor A Donahue man has been sentenced to seven years in prison after pleading guilty to grooming and inapprpriately touching minor girl.
	Louisa County man accused of sexually abusing 2 children over 11-year period A 71-year-old Oakville man is accused of sexually abusing two children over an 11-year period. Authorities say additional charges are pending.
	Parade organizers finalize details for 43th annual Rock Island Labor Day Parade News 8 caught up with a couple of parade committee members to find out what visitors can expect during this year's Labor Day Parade in Rock Island.
	Watch dragon boats, help Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois at Gilda’s Club Enjoy a day of dragon boat racing while supporting QCA residents impacted by cancer. Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois at Gilda’s Club is hosting the second annual Mississippi Valley Dragon Boat Festival on September 19 from 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at West Lake in Davenport. Click here for more information. In dragon [...]
	Rio Grande Central Grill & Cantina to celebrate new management with ribbon cutting The community is invited to attend the ceremony, meet the restaurant’s new management team and learn more about the business.
	Extreme Heat Warning until SAT 7:00 PM CDT Extreme Heat Warning in Effect Until 7 PM CDT Saturday
	QTS officials offer input on Clinton data center plans Grow Clinton recently hosted a podcast with representatives of QTS, which has proposed a controversial data center for the city.
	Entire village of Orion under boil order A boil order has been issued for Orion, Illinois, starting at noon Thursday, Sept. 3 through noon on Friday, Sept. 4.
	Burlington man sentenced to over 6 years in prison on firearm charges A Burlington man will spend six-and-a-half years in prison for having a gun as a felon.
	ICE officer faces federal charges for lying about shooting of Venezuelan immigrant The charges represent a rare moment of the Justice Department seeking to hold immigration officers accountable.
	ICE officer faces federal charges for lying over shooting of Venezuelan immigrant The charges represent a rare moment of the Justice Department seeking to hold immigration officers accountable.
	Fox News star Maria Bartiromo is out at the network Fox News suddently announced it had cut ties with anchor Maria Bartiromo after more than a dozen years.
	Suspect arrested in Bureau County cornfield after allegedly crashing stolen vehicle into occupied man lift A vehicle was stolen from a construction site on Wednesday in Bureau County.
	Rock Island County Jail inmate found dead Thursday morning Around 6:15 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3, a 60-year-old Moline man being held in the Rock Island County Jail was found unresponsive.
	Moline man found dead in Rock Island County Jail A man in custody at the Rock Island County Jail was found dead in a housing unit this morning. A news release from the Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office said on September 3 at about 6:15 a.m., a man in custody at the Rock Island County Jail was found unresponsive in a housing unit. The [...]
	Inmate found dead in Rock Island County Jail An inmate was found dead in the Rock Island County Jail Thursday morning.
	Midwest Technical Institute in Moline ending cosmetology program The Midwest Technical Institute announced on Thursday that they will no longer be accepting students into the cosmetology program at the Moline campus.
	Singers Candice Hoyes and Kelly Green refuse to be boxed in In their respective careers, Hoyes and Green have never wanted to be just one thing. Hear what happens when they refuse to choose.
	Kissing apes, anti-splash urinals: This year's Ig Nobels showcase surprising science The Ig Nobel Prizes were awarded this week for humorous yet thought-provoking research. This year, the ceremony came with a twist.
	Burlington man sentenced to federal prison for possessing firearm as felon A man from Burlington was sentenced to 78 months (6.5 years) in federal prison on September 1 for possessing a firearm as a felon. Public court documents and evidence presented at sentencing showed that between August and November 2025, Stone Thomas Graham, 26, possessed at least three firearms. He is prohibited from possessing firearms and [...]
	Pay It Forward: Tiffany’s Treasures turns vintage goods into ‘blessings’ for families in need Tiffany’s Treasures gives winter clothing and essentials to families in need, with a $300 Pay It Forward gift helping keep the tradition alive.
	Orion issues boil order as 5th Street reconstruction project continues The Village of Orion will shut off water Thursday for construction and issue a mandatory 24-hour boil order for the entire town.
	Hawkeye football kicks off this weekend The Iowa Hawkeyes will kick off their season on Saturday with a home game where they will take on the Northern Illinois Huskies.
	Fishers of Men tournament brings anglers to QCA The Fishers of Men's 2026 Berkley Team Series District 11 Championship is bringing anglers to Rapids City on September 11-12. The championship features teams from the IL Central and IA divisions, bringing competitive fishing to the region while highlighting the Quad Cities as a riverfront recreation destination. “We’re excited to welcome Fishers of Men anglers [...]
	Davenport to vote on attorney's settlement next week The Davenport City Council talked in closed session for about two hours Wednesday about the settlement and lawsuit.

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