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Sunday, November 30th, 2025
	Michael Jordan's fight against NASCAR heads to court Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports are taking NASCAR to federal court Monday over antitrust allegations.
	Venezuela calls Trump's call to close airspace a 'colonialist threat' President Trump said that the airspace "above and surrounding Venezuela" was "closed in its entirety". In response, the Venezuelan government said his comments violate international law, and are a "colonialist threat" to its sovereignty.
	Iowa cattleman shares market hurdles that could limit beef exports in Indonesia and Vietnam Scott Cherne, a member of the Iowa Beef Industry Council, attended a trade mission with Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig's office.
	Weather in the QC Some photos and videos submitted by you, the viewers, of all of the snowfall in the Quad Cities!
	Heartfelt & Handmade Ornament Competition continues in Muscatine Local and regional artists and crafters will share their talents for a great cause this holiday season, and the Muscatine Art Center invites everyone to join in, a news release says. The Heartfelt & Handmade Ornament Competition has returned,. Each ornament purchase supports Friends of the Muscatine Art Center and its mission to strengthen educational [...]
	MARK-TO-MARKET: The US penny ends its historic run In 1793, 232 years ago, the first official U.S. penny was struck at our nation’s first mint — the newly established Philadelphia Mint.
	Bettendorf High School to host 51st year of the Christmas Star show The free show starts at 7 p.m. each day from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16.
	Here's a list of 40+ food pantries and hot meal sites in the Quad-Cities The Quad-City Times/Dispatch-Argus contacted more than 40 food pantries and hot meal sites to verify their status, hours and restrictions on who can access the pantry.
	Rock Island nonprofit holds a Thanksgiving for those with no where to go The Third Place QC had a Thanksgiving potluck Wednesday and close to 70 people found a good meal.
	70,000 lights later: Davenport man spends hours on his Christmas light display Trevor Reed estimates it takes him about 50 hours to set up his light display every year.
	Netanyahu submits request for a pardon during his ongoing corruption trial Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked Israel's president to grant him a pardon during his long-running corruption trial that's bitterly divided the country.
	Rubio and Witkoff are meeting with Ukraine's negotiators in Florida as Trump pushes to broker a deal Top Trump administration officials are meeting Ukrainian negotiators in Florida this weekend, pushing to broker an end to Russia's war in Ukraine.
	Dairy Queen This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Back in 1934, C. R. Medd of Moline was the proud operator of Mildred's Four-Star Dairy, named for C. R.'s wife and four…
	Muscatine chef wins big at Iowa Restaurant Association Culinary Competition A love of cooking from a young age and motivation to be a great chef were the recipe for success for a Muscatine woman named one of the '40 Women to Watch' by the Iowa Restaurant Association. Our Quad Cities News reporter Riley Hemmer introduces us to Tessa Cardoza, winnerof the Iowa Restaurant Association's Culinary [...]
	4 dead and 10 wounded in shooting at banquet hall in Stockton, California Four people were killed and 10 wounded in a shooting during a family gathering at a banquet hall in Stockton, sheriff's officials said Saturday.
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
	Fort Madison receives $25,000 grant for Riverview Park Playground project Fort Madison has received a $25,000 grant from the Freeport-McMoRan Foundation to support the Riverview Park Playground project and launch public fundraising.
	QC Arts Festival of Trees opens Sunday; parking is free in downtown Davenport The Quad City Arts Festival of Trees will open from noon until 4 p.m. Sunday after a two-hour weather delay, giving city crews extra time in the morning to clear the roads. At noon, families can still enjoy the magic of the 40th anniversary year of this event. Parking will be easy: All downtown Davenport [...]
	Festival of Trees to open at noon Sunday after weather delay The Davenport Festival of Trees will open Sunday at noon after a two-hour weather delay, with free parking available in all downtown Davenport garages.
	Winter Storm Warning until SUN 6:00 AM CST Winter Storm Warning: Hazardous Snow and High Winds Until Sunday Morning
	Snowfall makes roads dangerous in Moline; plow crews stay busy Heavy snow in Moline is making travel dangerous. City plow drivers are working long hours to keep streets clear as the storm continues through Saturday.
	Iowa State Patrol urges caution as snow continues across Quad Cities region As snow continues to fall across Iowa and Illinois, state troopers will be working around the clock this weekend, responding to calls across the Quad Cities and beyond.
	News 8 rides along with Moline plow crew during heavy snowfall Officials ask residents to stay off the roads, if possible, until crews finish their jobs.
	Rock Island crews contain early-morning house fire amid heavy snowfall Fire crews battled a Rock Island house fire early Friday, facing heavy snowfall and delays. All occupants escaped; one firefighter suffered minor injuries.
	Rock Island crews contain early-morning house fire amid heavy snowfall Fire crews battled a Rock Island house fire early Friday, facing heavy snowfall and delays. All occupants escaped; one firefighter suffered minor injuries.
	Northwestern settles with Trump administration in $75M deal to regain federal funding The university will pay $75 million over three years to end the Trump administration's investigations into antisemitism on its campus and to have millions of dollars in federal funding restored.
	Early morning fire damages Rock Island home The Rock Island Fire Department is investigating the cause of a fire at a home in the 1800 block of 37th Street early Saturday.
	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.
	Quad Cities blanketed with first major winter storm of the season; cold to follow The Quad-City region remains under a winter storm warning through 6 a.m. Sunday as an expected 10-13 inches of snow was expected to fall all day Saturday.
	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.
	Winter Storm Warning until SUN 6:00 AM CST Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Expected Overnight
	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…

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